The Manchester High School For Girls General Charitable Trust
Also known as: "the Manchester High School for Girls General Charitable Trust"
To support and assist the Manchester High School for Girls ("the school") in its endeavour to provide bursaries to pupils with high ability from low income families, on a means tested basis. To review the financial resources available to this trust to ensure, as much as is possible, that "the school" can fulfil its financial commitments in relation to bursaries.
Activities & Mission
To support and assist the Manchester High School for Girls ("the school") in its endeavour to provide bursaries to pupils with high ability from low income families, on a means tested basis. To review the financial resources available to this trust to ensure, as much as is possible, that "the school" can fulfil its financial commitments in relation to bursaries.
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 26% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 851). How is this calculated?
Higher than 44% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 46% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £696,159 | £499,779 | £480,891 | £5,189,649 | £5,189,649 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £569,649 | £476,064 | £443,727 | £4,971,999 | £4,971,999 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £560,466 | £448,959 | £410,933 | £4,570,360 | £4,570,360 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £675,028 | £356,353 | £329,084 | £4,644,533 | £4,644,528 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,145,083 | £496,094 | £470,039 | £4,634,211 | £4,635,206 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Manchester High School For Girls General Charitable Trust
What does The Manchester High School For Girls General Charitable Trust do?
To support and assist the Manchester High School for Girls ("the school") in its endeavour to provide bursaries to pupils with high ability from low income families, on a means tested basis. To review the financial resources available to this trust to ensure, as much as is possible, that "the school" can fulfil its financial commitments in relation to bursaries.
How much income did The Manchester High School For Girls General Charitable Trust report in 2025?
The Manchester High School For Girls General Charitable Trust reported total income of £696k and reported expenditure of £500k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Manchester High School For Girls General Charitable Trust?
The Manchester High School For Girls General Charitable Trust has a program ratio of 69.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 26% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 851 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Manchester High School For Girls General Charitable Trust registered as a charity?
The Manchester High School For Girls General Charitable Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 October 1977 as charity number 506823. It has been registered for 49 years.
Who runs The Manchester High School For Girls General Charitable Trust?
The Manchester High School For Girls General Charitable Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is CHRISTOPHER SAUNDERS OBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Manchester High School For Girls General Charitable Trust operate?
The Manchester High School For Girls General Charitable Trust operates across 3 areas: Cheshire East, Cheshire West & Chester and Manchester City.
Is The Manchester High School For Girls General Charitable Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Manchester High School For Girls General Charitable Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 506823.
Details
GRANGETHORPE ROAD
MANCHESTER
M14 6HS
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
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