The Perse School
The aims of the Perse School are the advancement of education by the provision and conduct of the School known as The Perse School Cambridge. The School aims to provide financial assistance to pupils between the ages of 7 and 18 whose families could not otherwise afford the fees, thereby allowing access to the widest possible social spectrum.
Activities & Mission
The aims of the Perse School are the advancement of education by the provision and conduct of the School known as The Perse School Cambridge. The School aims to provide financial assistance to pupils between the ages of 7 and 18 whose families could not otherwise afford the fees, thereby allowing access to the widest possible social spectrum.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 31% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample: 685). How is this calculated?
Higher than 59% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 68% 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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £38,368,000 | £33,654,000 | £33,234,000 | £75,116,000 | £0 | 392 / 35 |
| 2023 | £35,126,000 | £31,217,000 | £30,809,000 | £71,098,000 | £0 | 374 / 32 |
| 2022 | £32,437,000 | £28,361,000 | £28,128,000 | £67,175,000 | £8,998,000 | 372 / 29 |
| 2021 | £29,821,000 | £25,701,000 | £25,535,000 | £63,204,000 | £3,716,000 | 370 / 31 |
| 2020 | £28,366,000 | £24,570,000 | £24,316,000 | £58,717,000 | £0 | 375 / 28 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Perse School
What does The Perse School do?
The aims of the Perse School are the advancement of education by the provision and conduct of the School known as The Perse School Cambridge. The School aims to provide financial assistance to pupils between the ages of 7 and 18 whose families could not otherwise afford the fees, thereby allowing access to the widest possible social spectrum.
How much income did The Perse School report in 2024?
The Perse School reported total income of £38.37m and reported expenditure of £33.65m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Perse School?
The Perse School has a program ratio of 86.6%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 31% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample of 685 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Perse School registered as a charity?
The Perse School was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 August 2007 as charity number 1120654. It has been registered for 19 years.
Who runs The Perse School?
The Perse School is governed by a board of 18 trustees. The chair of trustees is Jonathan Willoughby Scott MA. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Perse School operate?
The Perse School operates in Cambridgeshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Perse School a registered charity?
Yes — The Perse School is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1120654.
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