The Garden Classroom
The Garden Classroom delivers high quality activities in natural environments. Education, recreation and community activities are at the heart of what TGC does. It connects people with nature and with each other, in nature, and cultivates an interest in the natural world. Outdoor learning & recreation in natural environments, countryside projects and camping are at the heart of TGC's service.
Activities & Mission
The Garden Classroom delivers high quality activities in natural environments. Education, recreation and community activities are at the heart of what TGC does. It connects people with nature and with each other, in nature, and cultivates an interest in the natural world. Outdoor learning & recreation in natural environments, countryside projects and camping are at the heart of TGC's service.
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 Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 33% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 833). How is this calculated?
Higher than 25% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 19% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £831,074 | £738,052 | £671,118 | £199,978 | £67,540 | 8 / 19 |
| 2024 | £691,328 | £711,202 | £662,669 | £106,956 | £39,481 | 15 / 27 |
| 2023 | £575,241 | £571,181 | £525,425 | £126,829 | £54,552 | 8 / 20 |
| 2022 | £499,336 | £556,215 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2021 | £472,789 | £501,044 | 0 / 20 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Garden Classroom
What does The Garden Classroom do?
The Garden Classroom delivers high quality activities in natural environments. Education, recreation and community activities are at the heart of what TGC does. It connects people with nature and with each other, in nature, and cultivates an interest in the natural world. Outdoor learning & recreation in natural environments, countryside projects and camping are at the heart of TGC's service.
How much income did The Garden Classroom report in 2025?
The Garden Classroom reported total income of £831k and reported expenditure of £738k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Garden Classroom?
The Garden Classroom has a program ratio of 80.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 33% of UK Economic and community development charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 833 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Garden Classroom registered as a charity?
The Garden Classroom was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 August 2016 as charity number 1168587. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs The Garden Classroom?
The Garden Classroom is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Raakesh Patel. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Garden Classroom operate?
The Garden Classroom operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Garden Classroom a registered charity?
Yes — The Garden Classroom is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1168587.
Details
2 Newington Green
London
N1 4RF
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