The Church Schools Of Cambridge (the Old Schools)
Also known as: Old Schools of Cambridge
The objects of the Trust are to use Trust funds to:i)develop, insure, maintain and repair the school property of 4 city schools,ii)to provide grants to promote the education of persons under the age of 25 within the City of Cambridgeiii)to promote education, within the City of Cambridge, according to the principles and doctrines of the Church of England by means including Sunday Schools.
Activities & Mission
The objects of the Trust are to use Trust funds to:i)develop, insure, maintain and repair the school property of 4 city schools,ii)to provide grants to promote the education of persons under the age of 25 within the City of Cambridgeiii)to promote education, within the City of Cambridge, according to the principles and doctrines of the Church of England by means including Sunday Schools.
Grants
The Church Schools Of Cambridge (the Old Schools) is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £533,774
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people
- What it supports
- religious activities, arts, culture, heritage, or science, the environment, conservation, or heritage and human rights, religious or racial harmony, equality, or diversity
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 73% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 346). How is this calculated?
Higher than 30% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 86% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
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 | £377,654 | £533,774 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £1,024,678 | £1,178,252 | £1,058,196 | £11,197,798 | £2,579,564 | 4 / 0 |
| 2023 | £536,375 | £647,458 | £522,960 | £11,100,936 | £2,675,255 | 4 / 0 |
| 2022 | £402,346 | £390,978 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £340,816 | £256,319 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Church Schools Of Cambridge (the Old Schools)
What does The Church Schools Of Cambridge (the Old Schools) do?
The objects of the Trust are to use Trust funds to:i)develop, insure, maintain and repair the school property of 4 city schools,ii)to provide grants to promote the education of persons under the age of 25 within the City of Cambridgeiii)to promote education, within the City of Cambridge, according to the principles and doctrines of the Church of England by means including Sunday Schools.
How much income did The Church Schools Of Cambridge (the Old Schools) report in 2025?
The Church Schools Of Cambridge (the Old Schools) reported total income of £378k and reported expenditure of £534k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Church Schools Of Cambridge (the Old Schools)?
The Church Schools Of Cambridge (the Old Schools) has a program ratio of 103.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 73% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 346 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Church Schools Of Cambridge (the Old Schools) registered as a charity?
The Church Schools Of Cambridge (the Old Schools) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 December 1963 as charity number 311326. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs The Church Schools Of Cambridge (the Old Schools)?
The Church Schools Of Cambridge (the Old Schools) is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is PATRICIA PRITCHARD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Church Schools Of Cambridge (the Old Schools) operate?
The Church Schools Of Cambridge (the Old Schools) operates in Cambridgeshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Church Schools Of Cambridge (the Old Schools) a registered charity?
Yes — The Church Schools Of Cambridge (the Old Schools) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 311326.
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Old Schools of Cambridge
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated