The Oratory Schools Association
Also known as: The Oratory School Association
To provide for boys and girls in any part of the world. general physical, moral and religious education in accordance with Roman Catholic doctrines and practices and for that purpose to carry on and maintain The Oratory Schools.
Activities & Mission
To provide for boys and girls in any part of the world. general physical, moral and religious education in accordance with Roman Catholic doctrines and practices and for that purpose to carry on and maintain The Oratory Schools.
Grants
The Oratory Schools Association makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £10,676,874
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people
- What it supports
- education and training and religious activities
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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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 50% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample: 291). How is this calculated?
Higher than 38% of UK Education charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 34% of UK Education charities with income over £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 | £10,899,957 | £10,676,874 | £10,335,035 | £11,308,293 | £11,020,168 | 157 / 0 |
| 2024 | £10,977,493 | £10,709,712 | £10,441,544 | £11,101,210 | £11,027,693 | 151 / 0 |
| 2023 | £10,913,077 | £9,578,091 | £9,341,155 | £10,863,429 | £10,863,429 | 148 / 0 |
| 2022 | £8,237,577 | £8,134,048 | £7,988,980 | £9,528,443 | £9,528,443 | 143 / 0 |
| 2021 | £7,682,030 | £7,047,844 | £6,889,484 | £9,364,914 | £9,330,964 | 136 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Oratory Schools Association
What does The Oratory Schools Association do?
To provide for boys and girls in any part of the world. general physical, moral and religious education in accordance with Roman Catholic doctrines and practices and for that purpose to carry on and maintain The Oratory Schools.
How much income did The Oratory Schools Association report in 2025?
The Oratory Schools Association reported total income of £10.90m and reported expenditure of £10.68m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Oratory Schools Association?
The Oratory Schools Association has a program ratio of 94.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 50% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample of 291 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Oratory Schools Association registered as a charity?
The Oratory Schools Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 February 1972 as charity number 309112. It has been registered for 54 years.
Who runs The Oratory Schools Association?
The Oratory Schools Association is governed by a board of 14 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Oratory Schools Association operate?
The Oratory Schools Association operates in Oxfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Oratory Schools Association a registered charity?
Yes — The Oratory Schools Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 309112.
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Trustees
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The Oratory School Association
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated