The Northern College For Residential Adult Education Limited
Also known as: The Northern College
To advance adult education, particularly by the provision, organisation and arrangement of full-time or part-time courses of study or educational research, whether or not leading to any formal qualifications
Activities & Mission
To advance adult education, particularly by the provision, organisation and arrangement of full-time or part-time courses of study or educational research, whether or not leading to any formal qualifications
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 52% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 2063). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 46% of UK Education 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 | £4,713,248 | £4,525,353 | £4,525,353 | £3,649,493 | £3,649,493 | 59 / 0 |
| 2024 | £4,376,526 | £4,219,040 | £4,219,040 | £3,590,599 | £3,590,599 | 68 / 0 |
| 2023 | £3,848,614 | £4,219,040 | £4,219,040 | £3,423,071 | £3,423,071 | 70 / 0 |
| 2022 | £3,312,165 | £5,054,627 | £5,054,627 | £2,713,836 | £2,713,836 | 95 / 0 |
| 2021 | £4,606,395 | £4,864,580 | £4,864,580 | -£1,646,397 | £1,646,397 | 67 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Northern College For Residential Adult Education Limited
What does The Northern College For Residential Adult Education Limited do?
To advance adult education, particularly by the provision, organisation and arrangement of full-time or part-time courses of study or educational research, whether or not leading to any formal qualifications
How much income did The Northern College For Residential Adult Education Limited report in 2025?
The Northern College For Residential Adult Education Limited reported total income of £4.71m and reported expenditure of £4.53m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Northern College For Residential Adult Education Limited?
The Northern College For Residential Adult Education Limited has a program ratio of 96.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 52% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 2063 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Northern College For Residential Adult Education Limited registered as a charity?
The Northern College For Residential Adult Education Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 February 1978 as charity number 507245. It has been registered for 48 years.
Who runs The Northern College For Residential Adult Education Limited?
The Northern College For Residential Adult Education Limited is governed by a board of 2 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Northern College For Residential Adult Education Limited operate?
The Northern College For Residential Adult Education Limited operates in Barnsley, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Northern College For Residential Adult Education Limited a registered charity?
Yes — The Northern College For Residential Adult Education Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 507245.
Details
WENTWORTH CASTLE
LOWE LANE
STAINBOROUGH
BARNSLEY
S75 3ET
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated