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.
Grants
The Music In Secondary Schools Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Grants paid (2026)
- £485,642
- 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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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2026.
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| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | £1,264,193 | £1,593,083 | £1,435,837 | £5,231,174 | £4,958,338 | 11 / 0 |
| 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 |
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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 2026?
The Music In Secondary Schools Trust reported total income of £1.26m and reported expenditure of £1.59m for the financial year ending 2026, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
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.
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Also governs 6 other charities
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Also Known As
- Mist
- The Music in Schools Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
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