The Principal And Fellows Of Somerville College
To provide for members of the University of Oxford the protection and training of an academic house.
Activities & Mission
To provide for members of the University of Oxford the protection and training of an academic house.
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
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 23% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample: 661). How is this calculated?
Higher than 25% of UK Education charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 15% of UK Education 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 | £17,555,393 | £15,663,218 | £14,513,541 | £237,906,093 | £136,657,141 | 286 / 0 |
| 2023 | £16,343,666 | £17,148,105 | £16,073,426 | £227,862,065 | £134,387,893 | 261 / 0 |
| 2022 | £13,604,000 | £17,079,000 | £15,999,000 | £232,950,000 | £136,069,000 | 209 / 0 |
| 2021 | £12,109,000 | £14,248,000 | £13,175,000 | £237,962,000 | £140,026,000 | 214 / 0 |
| 2020 | £11,396,000 | £13,522,000 | £12,435,000 | £223,804,000 | £137,288,000 | 197 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Principal And Fellows Of Somerville College
What does The Principal And Fellows Of Somerville College do?
To provide for members of the University of Oxford the protection and training of an academic house.
How much income did The Principal And Fellows Of Somerville College report in 2024?
The Principal And Fellows Of Somerville College reported total income of £17.56m and reported expenditure of £15.66m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Principal And Fellows Of Somerville College?
The Principal And Fellows Of Somerville College has a program ratio of 82.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 23% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample of 661 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Principal And Fellows Of Somerville College registered as a charity?
The Principal And Fellows Of Somerville College was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 December 2010 as charity number 1139440. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs The Principal And Fellows Of Somerville College?
The Principal And Fellows Of Somerville College is governed by a board of 45 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Principal And Fellows Of Somerville College operate?
The Principal And Fellows Of Somerville College operates in Oxfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Principal And Fellows Of Somerville College a registered charity?
Yes — The Principal And Fellows Of Somerville College is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1139440.
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OXFORD
OX2 6HD
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