The Old School Henstead Educational Trust Limited
Also known as: Henstead School
The school exists to provide a public benefit of co-education for boys and girls ages 2 1/2 to 11 from nursery to Year 6. It also lends itself to the local parishes who use the school's facilities. The school raises funds for many other charities including, but not exclusive to, churches, Walking with the Wounded, Macmillan Cancer, British Legion, Operation Christmas Child, and Children in Need.
Activities & Mission
The school exists to provide a public benefit of co-education for boys and girls ages 2 1/2 to 11 from nursery to Year 6. It also lends itself to the local parishes who use the school's facilities. The school raises funds for many other charities including, but not exclusive to, churches, Walking with the Wounded, Macmillan Cancer, British Legion, Operation Christmas Child, and Children in Need.
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 Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 851). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 60% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £515,038 | £474,292 | £474,292 | £118,607 | £109,822 | 13 / 0 |
| 2024 | £628,791 | £665,902 | £665,902 | £77,861 | £69,076 | 12 / 1 |
| 2023 | £581,510 | £720,164 | £720,164 | £114,972 | £106,187 | 14 / 0 |
| 2022 | £613,870 | £771,917 | £771,917 | £253,626 | £244,841 | 15 / 4 |
| 2021 | £665,287 | £702,983 | £702,983 | £411,673 | £402,888 | 15 / 4 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Old School Henstead Educational Trust Limited
What does The Old School Henstead Educational Trust Limited do?
The school exists to provide a public benefit of co-education for boys and girls ages 2 1/2 to 11 from nursery to Year 6. It also lends itself to the local parishes who use the school's facilities. The school raises funds for many other charities including, but not exclusive to, churches, Walking with the Wounded, Macmillan Cancer, British Legion, Operation Christmas Child, and Children in Need.
How much income did The Old School Henstead Educational Trust Limited report in 2025?
The Old School Henstead Educational Trust Limited reported total income of £515k and reported expenditure of £474k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Old School Henstead Educational Trust Limited?
The Old School Henstead Educational Trust Limited has a program ratio of 92.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 52% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 851 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Old School Henstead Educational Trust Limited registered as a charity?
The Old School Henstead Educational Trust Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 January 1980 as charity number 279265. It has been registered for 46 years.
Who runs The Old School Henstead Educational Trust Limited?
The Old School Henstead Educational Trust Limited 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 Old School Henstead Educational Trust Limited operate?
The Old School Henstead Educational Trust Limited operates in Suffolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Old School Henstead Educational Trust Limited a registered charity?
Yes — The Old School Henstead Educational Trust Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 279265.
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Also Known As
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- 30 July 2026
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