The Music In Secondary Schools Trust
Also known as: Mist, The Music in Schools Trust
To be at the forefront of classical music education in challenging and disadvantaged secondary schools; providing funding to enable all students as they enter their secondary school to be given a classical musical instrument alongside regular group tuition and the opportunities to perform, and to improve the quality of teaching, learning and leadership of music through high quality staff training.
Activities & Mission
To be at the forefront of classical music education in challenging and disadvantaged secondary schools; providing funding to enable all students as they enter their secondary school to be given a classical musical instrument alongside regular group tuition and the opportunities to perform, and to improve the quality of teaching, learning and leadership of music through high quality staff training.
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 92% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 2063). How is this calculated?
Higher than 25% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 23% of UK Education 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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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,086,689 | £1,347,736 | £1,251,552 | £5,210,835 | £5,135,051 | 10 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,409,069 | £1,416,598 | £1,350,905 | £5,708,092 | £5,708,092 | 9 / 0 |
| 2023 | £6,173,356 | £1,279,755 | £1,254,830 | £5,589,545 | £5,589,545 | 7 / 0 |
| 2022 | £982,129 | £825,735 | £801,158 | £832,069 | £619,569 | 5 / 0 |
| 2021 | £964,113 | £986,814 | £910,756 | £675,675 | £638,175 | 5 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Music In Secondary Schools Trust
What does The Music In Secondary Schools Trust do?
To be at the forefront of classical music education in challenging and disadvantaged secondary schools; providing funding to enable all students as they enter their secondary school to be given a classical musical instrument alongside regular group tuition and the opportunities to perform, and to improve the quality of teaching, learning and leadership of music through high quality staff training.
How much income did The Music In Secondary Schools Trust report in 2025?
The Music In Secondary Schools Trust reported total income of £1.09m and reported expenditure of £1.35m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Music In Secondary Schools Trust?
The Music In Secondary Schools Trust has a program ratio of 115.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 92% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 2063 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Music In Secondary Schools Trust registered as a charity?
The Music In Secondary Schools Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 April 2013 as charity number 1151662. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs The Music In Secondary Schools Trust?
The Music In Secondary Schools Trust is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is HONOURABLE ANDREW DANIEL WOLFSON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Music In Secondary Schools Trust operate?
The Music In Secondary Schools Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Music In Secondary Schools Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Music In Secondary Schools Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1151662.
Details
8 Highbury Grove
LONDON
N5 2EQ
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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