The Commonwealth Education Trust
CET's purpose is to advance primary and secondary education across the Commonwealth with a strong focus on teacher professional development. It encourages innovation and shares best practice from across the Commonwealth to assist teachers and young people develop the understanding and skills to contribute to the development of sustainable communities.
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CET's purpose is to advance primary and secondary education across the Commonwealth with a strong focus on teacher professional development. It encourages innovation and shares best practice from across the Commonwealth to assist teachers and young people develop the understanding and skills to contribute to the development of sustainable communities.
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Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £238,552 | £155,306 | 0 / 2 | |||
| 2023 | £83,524 | £154,042 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2022 | £240,935 | £153,347 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2021 | £165,125 | £204,030 | 0 / 3 | |||
| 2020 | £52,359 | £285,086 | 0 / 7 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Commonwealth Education Trust
What does The Commonwealth Education Trust do?
CET's purpose is to advance primary and secondary education across the Commonwealth with a strong focus on teacher professional development. It encourages innovation and shares best practice from across the Commonwealth to assist teachers and young people develop the understanding and skills to contribute to the development of sustainable communities.
How much income did The Commonwealth Education Trust report in 2024?
The Commonwealth Education Trust reported total income of £239k and reported expenditure of £155k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Commonwealth Education Trust registered as a charity?
The Commonwealth Education Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 June 2007 as charity number 1119647. It has been registered for 19 years.
Who runs The Commonwealth Education Trust?
The Commonwealth Education 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 Commonwealth Education Trust operate?
The Commonwealth Education Trust operates across 53 areas, including Antigua And Barbuda, Australia, Bangladesh and 50 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Commonwealth Education Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Commonwealth Education Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1119647.
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