The Ormiston Trust
Notable UK charityThe principle object of the charity is the support of children and their families in challenging circumstances by way of grants to Ormiston Families Trust and to institutions involving children in extended school programmes and projects.Ormiston Trust is also an academy sponsor a responsibility undertaken through Ormiston Academies Trust.
Activities & Mission
The principle object of the charity is the support of children and their families in challenging circumstances by way of grants to Ormiston Families Trust and to institutions involving children in extended school programmes and projects.Ormiston Trust is also an academy sponsor a responsibility undertaken through Ormiston Academies Trust.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 63% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample: 330). How is this calculated?
Higher than 2% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 65% of UK Beneficiary group 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 2016.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | £196,982,000 | £519,295,000 | £191,819,000 | £0 | £0 | 4223 / 0 |
| 2015 | £255,480,000 | £193,887,000 | £190,018,000 | £347,103,000 | £9,200,000 | 3747 / 0 |
| 2014 | £212,695,000 | £155,467,000 | £152,738,000 | £285,019,000 | £8,568,000 | 3098 / 0 |
| 2013 | £222,679,000 | £125,923,000 | £124,210,000 | £231,834,000 | £6,195,000 | 834 / 0 |
| 2012 | £146,831,000 | £116,184,000 | £104,006,000 | £121,069,000 | £5,861,000 | 1934 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Ormiston Trust
What does The Ormiston Trust do?
The principle object of the charity is the support of children and their families in challenging circumstances by way of grants to Ormiston Families Trust and to institutions involving children in extended school programmes and projects.Ormiston Trust is also an academy sponsor a responsibility undertaken through Ormiston Academies Trust.
How much income did The Ormiston Trust report in 2016?
The Ormiston Trust reported total income of £196.98m and reported expenditure of £519.29m for the financial year ending 2016, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Ormiston Trust?
The Ormiston Trust has a program ratio of 97.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 63% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample of 330 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Ormiston Trust registered as a charity?
The Ormiston Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 August 1969 as charity number 259334. It has been registered for 57 years.
Where does The Ormiston Trust operate?
The Ormiston Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Ormiston Trust a registered charity?
The Ormiston Trust (charity number 259334) has the registration status "Removed" with the Charity Commission for England and Wales.
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- 13 October 2026
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