The Philosophy Foundation
Our aim is to bring philosophy to the wider community and particularly into challenging schools to develop childrenÔÇÖs autonomous learning and higher-order thinking skills, equipping them for life-long learning and creative and critical thinking essential in the 21st Century. We also want to engage the general public in philosophy and its uses for every day living.
Activities & Mission
Our aim is to bring philosophy to the wider community and particularly into challenging schools to develop childrenÔÇÖs autonomous learning and higher-order thinking skills, equipping them for life-long learning and creative and critical thinking essential in the 21st Century. We also want to engage the general public in philosophy and its uses for every day living.
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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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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 | £206,195 | £167,100 | 0 / 1 | |||
| 2024 | £160,116 | £202,792 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £188,837 | £246,970 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £212,379 | £241,498 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £219,782 | £217,393 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Philosophy Foundation
What does The Philosophy Foundation do?
Our aim is to bring philosophy to the wider community and particularly into challenging schools to develop childrenÔÇÖs autonomous learning and higher-order thinking skills, equipping them for life-long learning and creative and critical thinking essential in the 21st Century. We also want to engage the general public in philosophy and its uses for every day living.
How much income did The Philosophy Foundation report in 2025?
The Philosophy Foundation reported total income of £206k and reported expenditure of £167k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Philosophy Foundation registered as a charity?
The Philosophy Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 February 2011 as charity number 1140338. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs The Philosophy Foundation?
The Philosophy Foundation is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Rebecca Jayne Atkinson. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Philosophy Foundation operate?
The Philosophy Foundation operates across 5 areas, including Isle Of Wight, Leeds City, Manchester City and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Philosophy Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Philosophy Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1140338.
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21-27 Lamb's Conduit Street
London
WC1N 3GS
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