The Heron Educational Trust
Also known as: The Noak Hill School
The trust assists in the advancement of education of young people from 5-18 otherwise than at school as defined in the Education Acts 1944 to 1993 and for any charitable purposes for the benefit of the Brethren.
Activities & Mission
The trust assists in the advancement of education of young people from 5-18 otherwise than at school as defined in the Education Acts 1944 to 1993 and for any charitable purposes for the benefit of the Brethren.
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 3% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 2% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 1% 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 2024.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £2,538,542 | £2,112,271 | £280,759 | £2,301,036 | £0 | 0 / 2 |
| 2023 | £2,272,829 | £2,371,806 | £707,501 | £1,874,765 | £1,933,436 | 0 / 2 |
| 2022 | £2,240,569 | £1,767,285 | £385,113 | £1,973,742 | £2,004,600 | 1 / 25 |
| 2021 | £1,148,930 | £737,657 | £29,993 | £1,500,458 | £1,500,458 | 1 / 25 |
| 2020 | £155,087 | £39,802 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Heron Educational Trust
What does The Heron Educational Trust do?
The trust assists in the advancement of education of young people from 5-18 otherwise than at school as defined in the Education Acts 1944 to 1993 and for any charitable purposes for the benefit of the Brethren.
How much income did The Heron Educational Trust report in 2024?
The Heron Educational Trust reported total income of £2.54m and reported expenditure of £2.11m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Heron Educational Trust?
The Heron Educational Trust has a program ratio of 11.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 3% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Heron Educational Trust registered as a charity?
The Heron Educational Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 July 1996 as charity number 1057136. It has been registered for 30 years.
Who runs The Heron Educational Trust?
The Heron Educational Trust is governed by a board of 3 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Heron Educational Trust operate?
The Heron Educational Trust operates across 3 areas: Essex, Southend-on-sea and Suffolk.
Is The Heron Educational Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Heron Educational Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1057136.
Details
21 Robjohns Road
Chelmsford
CM1 3AG
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Also Known As
- The Noak Hill School
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated