The Independent Educational Association Limited
Also known as: St James Independent School for Boys and Girls
This charity promotes the advancement of education of children and young persons and to establish schools in any part of the world. The charity now provides education to over 860 pupils from the ages of 2 to 18 through the St James Schools: Nursery School, Prep School and Senior Girls' School situated at Earsby Street, W14 8SH, and Senior Boys' School at Ashford, Surrey TW15 3DZ.
Activities & Mission
This charity promotes the advancement of education of children and young persons and to establish schools in any part of the world. The charity now provides education to over 860 pupils from the ages of 2 to 18 through the St James Schools: Nursery School, Prep School and Senior Girls' School situated at Earsby Street, W14 8SH, and Senior Boys' School at Ashford, Surrey TW15 3DZ.
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.
Region
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 76% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample: 372). How is this calculated?
Higher than 70% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 62% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £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 | £17,617,754 | £17,578,119 | £17,492,111 | £29,347,638 | £26,759,152 | 184 / 10 |
| 2024 | £18,814,962 | £18,016,276 | £17,907,639 | £29,221,244 | £26,780,922 | 186 / 10 |
| 2023 | £17,900,712 | £17,092,883 | £16,985,317 | £27,936,434 | £25,807,601 | 188 / 10 |
| 2022 | £17,305,854 | £16,239,296 | £16,179,865 | £28,192,269 | £26,087,728 | 182 / 20 |
| 2021 | £16,141,268 | £14,761,079 | £14,639,867 | £25,629,497 | £25,896,895 | 182 / 20 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Independent Educational Association Limited
What does The Independent Educational Association Limited do?
This charity promotes the advancement of education of children and young persons and to establish schools in any part of the world. The charity now provides education to over 860 pupils from the ages of 2 to 18 through the St James Schools: Nursery School, Prep School and Senior Girls' School situated at Earsby Street, W14 8SH, and Senior Boys' School at Ashford, Surrey TW15 3DZ.
How much income did The Independent Educational Association Limited report in 2025?
The Independent Educational Association Limited reported total income of £17.62m and reported expenditure of £17.58m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Independent Educational Association Limited?
The Independent Educational Association Limited has a program ratio of 99.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 76% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample of 372 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Independent Educational Association Limited registered as a charity?
The Independent Educational Association Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 December 1975 as charity number 270156. It has been registered for 51 years.
Who runs The Independent Educational Association Limited?
The Independent Educational Association Limited is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Jeremy Theodorson Sinclair. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Independent Educational Association Limited operate?
The Independent Educational Association Limited operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Independent Educational Association Limited a registered charity?
Yes — The Independent Educational Association Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 270156.
Details
Earsby Street
LONDON
W14 8SH
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Also Known As
- St James Independent School for Boys and Girls
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated