The Mount Camphill Community Limited
Also known as: The Mount School Wadhurst (sussex) Limited, The Mount School - the Mount College
The charity is part of the Association of Camphill Communities and was established specifically dedicated to serving the needs of young people with learning difficulties over the age of 16, in their transition to adulthood by creating community through living, learning and working. The Mount is guided by the principles of Dr Karl Konig, and is based on anthroposophy inspired by Rudolf Steiner.
Activities & Mission
The charity is part of the Association of Camphill Communities and was established specifically dedicated to serving the needs of young people with learning difficulties over the age of 16, in their transition to adulthood by creating community through living, learning and working. The Mount is guided by the principles of Dr Karl Konig, and is based on anthroposophy inspired by Rudolf Steiner.
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 28% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1170). How is this calculated?
Higher than 63% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 62% 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
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 | £3,915,788 | £3,407,547 | £3,393,189 | £5,781,691 | £2,297,775 | 53 / 19 |
| 2024 | £3,567,168 | £2,839,776 | £2,832,668 | £5,273,450 | £1,789,824 | 50 / 18 |
| 2023 | £2,915,461 | £2,487,077 | £2,468,783 | £4,546,058 | £1,043,689 | 45 / 3 |
| 2022 | £2,439,453 | £2,079,711 | £2,078,093 | £4,117,674 | £849,262 | 40 / 1 |
| 2021 | £2,269,539 | £1,866,867 | £1,856,608 | £3,757,932 | £611,372 | 39 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Mount Camphill Community Limited
What does The Mount Camphill Community Limited do?
The charity is part of the Association of Camphill Communities and was established specifically dedicated to serving the needs of young people with learning difficulties over the age of 16, in their transition to adulthood by creating community through living, learning and working. The Mount is guided by the principles of Dr Karl Konig, and is based on anthroposophy inspired by Rudolf Steiner.
How much income did The Mount Camphill Community Limited report in 2025?
The Mount Camphill Community Limited reported total income of £3.92m and reported expenditure of £3.41m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Mount Camphill Community Limited?
The Mount Camphill Community Limited has a program ratio of 86.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 28% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1170 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Mount Camphill Community Limited registered as a charity?
The Mount Camphill Community Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 March 1972 as charity number 307027. It has been registered for 54 years.
Who runs The Mount Camphill Community Limited?
The Mount Camphill Community Limited is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Peter Bateson. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Mount Camphill Community Limited operate?
The Mount Camphill Community Limited operates in East Sussex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Mount Camphill Community Limited a registered charity?
Yes — The Mount Camphill Community Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 307027.
Details
Faircrouch Lane
Wadhurst
TN5 6PT
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The Mount School Wadhurst (sussex) Limited
- The Mount School - the Mount College
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated