The Mereside Education Trust
Also known as: The Mereside Eduation Trust, Mereside Education Trust
The advancement of the education of children and young people. The Trust operates an independent school based in Stockport, which educates pupils from seven to eighteen years of age.
Activities & Mission
The advancement of the education of children and young people. The Trust operates an independent school based in Stockport, which educates pupils from seven to eighteen years of age.
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 3% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 3130). How is this calculated?
Higher than 2% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 1% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £2,116,310 | £2,033,799 | £335,726 | £2,382,341 | £0 | 0 / 2 |
| 2023 | £4,567,201 | £2,112,542 | £414,454 | -£365,354 | £0 | 0 / 2 |
| 2022 | £1,959,939 | £2,039,561 | £650,445 | -£2,820,013 | £2,732,370 | 0 / 12 |
| 2021 | £1,513,990 | £1,597,724 | £434,353 | -£2,740,391 | £0 | 0 / 12 |
| 2020 | £1,296,843 | £2,089,069 | £1,025,024 | -£1,566,936 | £0 | 1 / 75 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Mereside Education Trust
What does The Mereside Education Trust do?
The advancement of the education of children and young people. The Trust operates an independent school based in Stockport, which educates pupils from seven to eighteen years of age.
How much income did The Mereside Education Trust report in 2024?
The Mereside Education Trust reported total income of £2.12m and reported expenditure of £2.03m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Mereside Education Trust?
The Mereside Education Trust has a program ratio of 15.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 3% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 3130 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Mereside Education Trust registered as a charity?
The Mereside Education Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 October 1996 as charity number 1058933. It has been registered for 30 years.
Who runs The Mereside Education Trust?
The Mereside Education Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Mereside Education Trust operate?
The Mereside Education Trust operates across 3 areas: Cheshire East, Manchester City and Stockport.
Is The Mereside Education Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Mereside Education Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1058933.
Details
Hartford Manor
Greenbank Lane
NORTHWICH
Cheshire
CW8 1HW
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Also Known As
- The Mereside Eduation Trust
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated