The Economist Educational Foundation
The Charity enables high-quality discussions about the news in, and between, schools. These discussions develop young people's knowledge of current affairs, critical thinking, literacy and confidence. The Charity supports these discussions by providing teacher training and resources, news content and online discussion platforms.
Activities & Mission
The Charity enables high-quality discussions about the news in, and between, schools. These discussions develop young people's knowledge of current affairs, critical thinking, literacy and confidence. The Charity supports these discussions by providing teacher training and resources, news content and online discussion platforms.
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.
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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 | £940,039 | £993,205 | £866,644 | £614,429 | £385,174 | 15 / 80 |
| 2024 | £897,219 | £790,179 | £702,330 | £667,595 | £0 | 14 / 160 |
| 2023 | £695,390 | £724,231 | £724,231 | £560,555 | £0 | 14 / 295 |
| 2022 | £664,600 | £497,590 | £497,590 | £589,396 | £0 | 10 / 160 |
| 2021 | £598,187 | £393,129 | £290,896 | £422,386 | £422,386 | 7 / 92 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Economist Educational Foundation
What does The Economist Educational Foundation do?
The Charity enables high-quality discussions about the news in, and between, schools. These discussions develop young people's knowledge of current affairs, critical thinking, literacy and confidence. The Charity supports these discussions by providing teacher training and resources, news content and online discussion platforms.
How much income did The Economist Educational Foundation report in 2025?
The Economist Educational Foundation reported total income of £940k and reported expenditure of £993k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Economist Educational Foundation registered as a charity?
The Economist Educational Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 June 2012 as charity number 1147661. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs The Economist Educational Foundation?
The Economist Educational Foundation is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is ROBERT RUSSELL SINCLAIR GUEST. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Economist Educational Foundation operate?
The Economist Educational Foundation operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Economist Educational Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Economist Educational Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1147661.
Details
1-11 John Adam Street
LONDON
WC2N 6HT
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