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The Primary Shakespeare Company

Also known as: Psc

Our charity?s purpose as set out in the objects contained in the company?s memorandum of association is to: ?advance education for the public benefit by the promotion of the arts, in particular, but not exclusively, the art of drama.?The aim of the charity is to raise childhood achievement and attainment through engaging with Shakespeare.

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Activities & Mission

Our charity?s purpose as set out in the objects contained in the company?s memorandum of association is to: ?advance education for the public benefit by the promotion of the arts, in particular, but not exclusively, the art of drama.?The aim of the charity is to raise childhood achievement and attainment through engaging with Shakespeare.

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.

Local Authority

Region

Financial Information

Latest Income
£521,615
Latest Expenditure
£356,699

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 68.4%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 100.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 0.6%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £336,372
Charitable Activities £98,571
Other Trading £75,089
Investments £8,343
Other Income £3,240

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £356,699
Raising Funds £0
Governance £2,040
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£521,615
£356,699£356,699£368,060£04 / 0
2024
£262,482
£351,2360 / 0
2023
£328,172
£314,8820 / 0
2022
£316,607
£289,2070 / 0
2021
£288,905
£274,3670 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Primary Shakespeare Company

What does The Primary Shakespeare Company do?

Our charity?s purpose as set out in the objects contained in the company?s memorandum of association is to: ?advance education for the public benefit by the promotion of the arts, in particular, but not exclusively, the art of drama.?The aim of the charity is to raise childhood achievement and attainment through engaging with Shakespeare.

How much income did The Primary Shakespeare Company report in 2025?

The Primary Shakespeare Company reported total income of £522k and reported expenditure of £357k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Primary Shakespeare Company registered as a charity?

The Primary Shakespeare Company was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 June 2014 as charity number 1157282. It has been registered for 12 years.

Who runs The Primary Shakespeare Company?

The Primary Shakespeare Company is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Primary Shakespeare Company operate?

The Primary Shakespeare Company operates across 2 areas: Kent and London.

Is The Primary Shakespeare Company a registered charity?

Yes — The Primary Shakespeare Company is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1157282.

Details

Address
Unit 21, St Olav's Court,
City Business Centre,
Lower Road
SE16 2XB
Registration Date
2 June 2014
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5047147
Charity Number
1157282

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Trustees

DENISE RAWLS
FIONA MALLIN-ROBINSON
Susan Fletcher
Susan Lawrence
Susan Sandle
Toyin Okitikpi

Also Known As

  • Psc

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