The John Townsend Trust
Also known as: Monkshill Farm, Royal School for Deaf Children Margate, Westgate College
Our mission is to educate and care for d/Deaf children and young people or young people with communication difficulties, who may have additional needs, for a positive future within work and their communities, preparing them for a positive future. We provide education, care, therapy, medical support, independence training and residential care
Activities & Mission
Our mission is to educate and care for d/Deaf children and young people or young people with communication difficulties, who may have additional needs, for a positive future within work and their communities, preparing them for a positive future. We provide education, care, therapy, medical support, independence training and residential care
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 38% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample: 685). How is this calculated?
Higher than 30% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 88% 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 2014.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | £13,712,111 | £13,315,390 | £12,424,562 | £14,685,666 | £2,030,581 | 402 / 115 |
| 2013 | £14,506,118 | £12,736,716 | £12,026,824 | £13,963,945 | £2,205,277 | 386 / 80 |
| 2012 | £12,119,905 | £10,523,798 | £10,027,995 | £10,577,543 | £832,960 | 390 / 40 |
| 2011 | £12,775,430 | £12,580,508 | £12,196,783 | £11,312,436 | £1,626,890 | 330 / 20 |
| 2010 | £12,674,058 | £11,940,622 | £11,602,342 | £10,615,796 | £1,550,450 | 350 / 20 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The John Townsend Trust
What does The John Townsend Trust do?
Our mission is to educate and care for d/Deaf children and young people or young people with communication difficulties, who may have additional needs, for a positive future within work and their communities, preparing them for a positive future. We provide education, care, therapy, medical support, independence training and residential care
How much income did The John Townsend Trust report in 2014?
The John Townsend Trust reported total income of £13.71m and reported expenditure of £13.32m for the financial year ending 2014, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The John Townsend Trust?
The John Townsend Trust has a program ratio of 90.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 38% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample of 685 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The John Townsend Trust registered as a charity?
The John Townsend Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 December 2008 as charity number 1127209. It has been registered for 18 years.
Who runs The John Townsend Trust?
The John Townsend Trust is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is PAUL ANDREW SIMPSON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The John Townsend Trust operate?
The John Townsend Trust operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The John Townsend Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The John Townsend Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1127209.
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Also Known As
- Monkshill Farm
- Royal School for Deaf Children Margate
- Westgate College
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated