The Downs School (charlton House) Limited
For the advancement of education of boys and girls aged 4 to 13
Activities & Mission
For the advancement of education of boys and girls aged 4 to 13
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 23% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1170). How is this calculated?
Higher than 19% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 15% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 | £5,827,629 | £5,738,520 | £4,842,463 | £4,513,506 | £4,513,506 | 89 / 10 |
| 2024 | £5,665,940 | £5,454,806 | £4,633,193 | £4,424,397 | £4,424,397 | 88 / 10 |
| 2023 | £5,239,478 | £5,129,447 | £4,401,274 | £4,213,263 | £4,103,232 | 85 / 10 |
| 2022 | £4,777,225 | £4,496,306 | £3,860,767 | £4,103,232 | £4,103,232 | 106 / 0 |
| 2021 | £4,134,917 | £3,810,636 | £3,281,117 | £3,822,313 | £3,822,313 | 99 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Downs School (charlton House) Limited
What does The Downs School (charlton House) Limited do?
For the advancement of education of boys and girls aged 4 to 13
How much income did The Downs School (charlton House) Limited report in 2025?
The Downs School (charlton House) Limited reported total income of £5.83m and reported expenditure of £5.74m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Downs School (charlton House) Limited?
The Downs School (charlton House) Limited has a program ratio of 83.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 23% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1170 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Downs School (charlton House) Limited registered as a charity?
The Downs School (charlton House) Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 December 1972 as charity number 310279. It has been registered for 54 years.
Who runs The Downs School (charlton House) Limited?
The Downs School (charlton House) Limited is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is JASON COLLARD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Downs School (charlton House) Limited operate?
The Downs School (charlton House) Limited operates in North Somerset, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Downs School (charlton House) Limited a registered charity?
Yes — The Downs School (charlton House) Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 310279.
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