The Education Endowment Foundation
Also known as: Eef
The advancement of education for the benefit of the public by a) making grants to schools other not for profit organisations to fund projects which seek to address low educational attainment; and b) supporting and disseminating the results of research in to ways to mitigate the factors that cause or contribute to, and successful strategies for dealing with, low educational attainment.
Activities & Mission
The advancement of education for the benefit of the public by a) making grants to schools other not for profit organisations to fund projects which seek to address low educational attainment; and b) supporting and disseminating the results of research in to ways to mitigate the factors that cause or contribute to, and successful strategies for dealing with, low educational attainment.
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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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 23% of UK Charitable activities charities with income over £10M (sample: 222). How is this calculated?
Higher than 63% of UK Charitable activities charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 55% of UK Charitable activities charities with income over £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £52,381,253 | £32,169,439 | £31,530,361 | £203,663,201 | £197,327,874 | 107 / 0 |
| 2024 | £17,639,836 | £30,229,566 | £29,558,640 | £178,005,419 | £171,300,325 | 94 / 0 |
| 2023 | £156,082,139 | £30,946,898 | £30,490,733 | £177,615,449 | £176,137,953 | 83 / 0 |
| 2022 | £34,096,991 | £57,266,470 | £56,801,228 | £52,638,082 | £49,588,203 | 64 / 0 |
| 2021 | £42,672,520 | £35,354,334 | £34,818,110 | £75,750,316 | £56,179,498 | 48 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Education Endowment Foundation
What does The Education Endowment Foundation do?
The advancement of education for the benefit of the public by a) making grants to schools other not for profit organisations to fund projects which seek to address low educational attainment; and b) supporting and disseminating the results of research in to ways to mitigate the factors that cause or contribute to, and successful strategies for dealing with, low educational attainment.
How much income did The Education Endowment Foundation report in 2025?
The Education Endowment Foundation reported total income of £52.38m and reported expenditure of £32.17m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Education Endowment Foundation?
The Education Endowment Foundation has a program ratio of 60.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 23% of UK Charitable activities charities with income over £10M (sample of 222 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Education Endowment Foundation registered as a charity?
The Education Endowment Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 May 2011 as charity number 1142111. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs The Education Endowment Foundation?
The Education Endowment Foundation is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dame Christine Bridget Gilbert. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Education Endowment Foundation operate?
The Education Endowment Foundation operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Education Endowment Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Education Endowment Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1142111.
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MILLBANK TOWER
21-24 MILLBANK
LONDON
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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