The Certified Accountants Educational Trust
Also known as: C a E T
The charity's principal objects include the advancement of education in accountancy, financial management and related subjects as well as the support of individuals studying such subjects. It provides CPD (Continuing Professional Development) to members of ACCA and members of the public. It also provides a magazine Student Accountant, technical publications and promotes accounting research.
Activities & Mission
The charity's principal objects include the advancement of education in accountancy, financial management and related subjects as well as the support of individuals studying such subjects. It provides CPD (Continuing Professional Development) to members of ACCA and members of the public. It also provides a magazine Student Accountant, technical publications and promotes accounting research.
Grants
The Certified Accountants Educational Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £82,089
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- other defined groups and the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes and education and training
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 82% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 256). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 50% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £296,658 | £82,089 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £298,397 | £77,045 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £631,073 | £678,976 | £678,976 | £6,213,531 | £5,996,123 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,118,151 | £910,827 | £910,827 | £6,259,836 | £6,042,508 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,145,240 | £1,021,276 | £1,021,276 | £6,045,796 | £5,828,737 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Certified Accountants Educational Trust
What does The Certified Accountants Educational Trust do?
The charity's principal objects include the advancement of education in accountancy, financial management and related subjects as well as the support of individuals studying such subjects. It provides CPD (Continuing Professional Development) to members of ACCA and members of the public. It also provides a magazine Student Accountant, technical publications and promotes accounting research.
How much income did The Certified Accountants Educational Trust report in 2025?
The Certified Accountants Educational Trust reported total income of £297k and reported expenditure of £82k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Certified Accountants Educational Trust?
The Certified Accountants Educational Trust has a program ratio of 107.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 82% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 256 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Certified Accountants Educational Trust registered as a charity?
The Certified Accountants Educational Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 January 1973 as charity number 313219. It has been registered for 53 years.
Who runs The Certified Accountants Educational Trust?
The Certified Accountants Educational Trust is governed by a board of 1 trustee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Certified Accountants Educational Trust operate?
The Certified Accountants Educational Trust operates across 121 areas, including Afghanistan, Albania, Anguilla and 118 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Certified Accountants Educational Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Certified Accountants Educational Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 313219.
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- C a E T
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- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
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