The Japanese School Limited
To educate Japanese pupils aged 6 to 15 years old based upon the Japanese curriculum and to advance the education of those children in the language, literature and general culture of Japan. To provide a meeting place and opportunities for contacts with pupils of other schools, the locals as well as the Japanese community.
Activities & Mission
To educate Japanese pupils aged 6 to 15 years old based upon the Japanese curriculum and to advance the education of those children in the language, literature and general culture of Japan. To provide a meeting place and opportunities for contacts with pupils of other schools, the locals as well as the Japanese community.
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 64% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 33% of UK Arts 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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £4,156,206 | £3,993,958 | £3,993,958 | £14,307,635 | £14,288,046 | 94 / 0 |
| 2023 | £3,882,712 | £3,497,806 | £3,497,806 | £14,145,387 | £14,139,834 | 94 / 0 |
| 2022 | £3,570,036 | £3,264,886 | £3,264,886 | £13,760,481 | £5,712,089 | 94 / 0 |
| 2021 | £2,405,262 | £2,392,733 | £2,392,733 | £5,484,704 | £5,484,704 | 103 / 0 |
| 2020 | £2,093,701 | £2,218,359 | £2,218,359 | £5,472,175 | £5,472,175 | 116 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Japanese School Limited
What does The Japanese School Limited do?
To educate Japanese pupils aged 6 to 15 years old based upon the Japanese curriculum and to advance the education of those children in the language, literature and general culture of Japan. To provide a meeting place and opportunities for contacts with pupils of other schools, the locals as well as the Japanese community.
How much income did The Japanese School Limited report in 2024?
The Japanese School Limited reported total income of £4.16m and reported expenditure of £3.99m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Japanese School Limited?
The Japanese School Limited has a program ratio of 96.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 64% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Japanese School Limited registered as a charity?
The Japanese School Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 July 1976 as charity number 271665. It has been registered for 50 years.
Who runs The Japanese School Limited?
The Japanese School Limited is governed by a board of 13 trustees. The chair of trustees is Yukinobu Nakano. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Japanese School Limited operate?
The Japanese School Limited operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Japanese School Limited a registered charity?
Yes — The Japanese School Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 271665.
Details
87 CREFFIELD ROAD
LONDON
W3 9PU
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