The Oxford Trust
The Trust aims to encourage the study, application and communication of science, technology and engineering. It does this through a programme of activities, projects and events that support the teaching of science and technology in primary and secondary schools, stimulate and facilitate public engagement with science and assist the growth of technology businesses in Oxfordshire.
Activities & Mission
The Trust aims to encourage the study, application and communication of science, technology and engineering. It does this through a programme of activities, projects and events that support the teaching of science and technology in primary and secondary schools, stimulate and facilitate public engagement with science and assist the growth of technology businesses in Oxfordshire.
Grants
The Oxford Trust makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £3,517,595
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people and other defined groups
- What it supports
- education and training and economic or community development and employment
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 25% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 731). How is this calculated?
Higher than 52% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 48% 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 | £3,886,682 | £3,517,595 | £3,477,291 | £23,388,273 | £11,456,216 | 27 / 25 |
| 2024 | £3,338,897 | £3,358,874 | £3,300,293 | £14,988,916 | £473,371 | 27 / 25 |
| 2023 | £3,242,855 | £2,932,416 | £2,904,068 | £14,883,066 | £272,815 | 25 / 25 |
| 2022 | £2,827,503 | £2,453,640 | £2,425,307 | £14,575,877 | £200,292 | 23 / 25 |
| 2021 | £1,791,604 | £1,866,500 | £1,825,224 | £14,195,706 | £14,124,961 | 18 / 25 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Oxford Trust
What does The Oxford Trust do?
The Trust aims to encourage the study, application and communication of science, technology and engineering. It does this through a programme of activities, projects and events that support the teaching of science and technology in primary and secondary schools, stimulate and facilitate public engagement with science and assist the growth of technology businesses in Oxfordshire.
How much income did The Oxford Trust report in 2025?
The Oxford Trust reported total income of £3.89m and reported expenditure of £3.52m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Oxford Trust?
The Oxford Trust has a program ratio of 89.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 25% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 731 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Oxford Trust registered as a charity?
The Oxford Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 November 1985 as charity number 292664. It has been registered for 41 years.
Who runs The Oxford Trust?
The Oxford Trust is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is DR Jean-Marc Boyle. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Oxford Trust operate?
The Oxford Trust operates in Oxfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Oxford Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Oxford Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 292664.
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Other notable Education charities
Major UK charities in the same primary sector, drawn from the curated priority cohort.
Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated