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The Discovery Society

The Discovery Society is a Charitable Organisation attached to an 11-18 comprehensive Secondary School with the purpose of encouraging exploration and research. This includes supporting Duke of Edinburgh Award activities, Crest Award activities, participation in Operation Wallacea and organising programmes of visiting lecturers. Relevant opportunities and research partners are continually sought.

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Activities & Mission

The Discovery Society is a Charitable Organisation attached to an 11-18 comprehensive Secondary School with the purpose of encouraging exploration and research. This includes supporting Duke of Edinburgh Award activities, Crest Award activities, participation in Operation Wallacea and organising programmes of visiting lecturers. Relevant opportunities and research partners are continually sought.

Areas of Operation

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£1,680
Latest Expenditure
£42

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 2.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 2.5%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£1,680
£420 / 2
2024
£40
£600 / 0
2023
£59
£5,5600 / 12
2022
£72
£150 / 0
2021
£5,540
£00 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Discovery Society

What does The Discovery Society do?

The Discovery Society is a Charitable Organisation attached to an 11-18 comprehensive Secondary School with the purpose of encouraging exploration and research. This includes supporting Duke of Edinburgh Award activities, Crest Award activities, participation in Operation Wallacea and organising programmes of visiting lecturers. Relevant opportunities and research partners are continually sought.

How much income did The Discovery Society report in 2025?

The Discovery Society reported total income of £2k and reported expenditure of £42.00 for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Discovery Society registered as a charity?

The Discovery Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 21 November 2019 as charity number 1186512. It has been registered for 7 years.

Who runs The Discovery Society?

The Discovery Society is governed by a board of 3 trustees. The chair of trustees is DAVID HADLEY-PRYCE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Discovery Society operate?

The Discovery Society operates in Worcestershire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Discovery Society a registered charity?

Yes — The Discovery Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1186512.

Details

Address
The Bewdley School
Stourport Road
Bewdley
DY12 1BL
Registration Date
21 November 2019
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5148105
Charity Number
1186512

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Trustees

DAVID HADLEY-PRYCE Chair
Catherine McDougall
Christopher James Beech

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