The London Orphan Asylum (reed's School)
Also known as: Reeds School
To provide education in Cobham for boys from the ages of 11 - 18, and girls in the Sixth Form. The objects of the Foundation, as set down in the Act and Constitution, are to advance the education of boys or girls who have lost one or both parents through death, divorce, or other family disaster, and whose home life, as a result, is unsatisfactory, unhappy or abnormal.
Activities & Mission
To provide education in Cobham for boys from the ages of 11 - 18, and girls in the Sixth Form. The objects of the Foundation, as set down in the Act and Constitution, are to advance the education of boys or girls who have lost one or both parents through death, divorce, or other family disaster, and whose home life, as a result, is unsatisfactory, unhappy or abnormal.
Grants
The London Orphan Asylum (reed's School) is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £27,821,000
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people
- What it supports
- education and training
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 33% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample: 322). How is this calculated?
Higher than 37% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 46% 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 | £29,598,000 | £27,821,000 | £26,662,000 | £37,642,000 | £3,450,000 | 335 / 3 |
| 2024 | £26,972,000 | £26,159,000 | £25,024,000 | £35,387,000 | £30,200,000 | 272 / 0 |
| 2023 | £24,948,000 | £24,129,000 | £23,091,000 | £33,961,000 | £29,212,000 | 275 / 0 |
| 2022 | £22,397,000 | £21,785,000 | £20,692,000 | £33,661,000 | £28,934,000 | 261 / 0 |
| 2021 | £20,765,000 | £19,816,000 | £18,766,000 | £33,343,000 | £28,364,000 | 257 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The London Orphan Asylum (reed's School)
What does The London Orphan Asylum (reed's School) do?
To provide education in Cobham for boys from the ages of 11 - 18, and girls in the Sixth Form. The objects of the Foundation, as set down in the Act and Constitution, are to advance the education of boys or girls who have lost one or both parents through death, divorce, or other family disaster, and whose home life, as a result, is unsatisfactory, unhappy or abnormal.
How much income did The London Orphan Asylum (reed's School) report in 2025?
The London Orphan Asylum (reed's School) reported total income of £29.60m and reported expenditure of £27.82m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The London Orphan Asylum (reed's School)?
The London Orphan Asylum (reed's School) has a program ratio of 90.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 33% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample of 322 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The London Orphan Asylum (reed's School) registered as a charity?
The London Orphan Asylum (reed's School) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 May 1964 as charity number 312008. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs The London Orphan Asylum (reed's School)?
The London Orphan Asylum (reed's School) is governed by a board of 21 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The London Orphan Asylum (reed's School) operate?
The London Orphan Asylum (reed's School) operates in Surrey, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The London Orphan Asylum (reed's School) a registered charity?
Yes — The London Orphan Asylum (reed's School) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 312008.
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Reeds School
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated