The Royal College Of Ophthalmologists
Also known as: College of Ophthalmologists
The College creates and maintains standards in ophthalmic training and practice, organises examinations and sets the curriculum. It maintains a CPD system and provides surgical skills courses for trainees. It organises scientific meetings, publishes a scientific journal and provides information on ophthalmic matters for practitioners and the general public.It encourages eye related research.
Activities & Mission
The College creates and maintains standards in ophthalmic training and practice, organises examinations and sets the curriculum. It maintains a CPD system and provides surgical skills courses for trainees. It organises scientific meetings, publishes a scientific journal and provides information on ophthalmic matters for practitioners and the general public.It encourages eye related research.
Grants
The Royal College Of Ophthalmologists makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £7,381,000
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- education and training and the advancement of health or the saving of lives
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 49% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 292). How is this calculated?
Higher than 77% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 73% of UK Arts 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 | £7,870,000 | £7,381,000 | £7,321,000 | £13,329,000 | £6,505,000 | 39 / 120 |
| 2024 | £6,644,000 | £6,627,000 | £6,627,000 | £12,682,000 | £5,937,000 | 39 / 115 |
| 2023 | £6,210,000 | £6,679,000 | £6,679,000 | £12,295,000 | £5,084,000 | 37 / 0 |
| 2022 | £5,529,000 | £5,619,000 | £5,619,000 | £12,540,000 | £5,004,000 | 37 / 250 |
| 2021 | £5,137,000 | £4,750,000 | £4,750,000 | £13,144,000 | £5,275,000 | 32 / 250 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Royal College Of Ophthalmologists
What does The Royal College Of Ophthalmologists do?
The College creates and maintains standards in ophthalmic training and practice, organises examinations and sets the curriculum. It maintains a CPD system and provides surgical skills courses for trainees. It organises scientific meetings, publishes a scientific journal and provides information on ophthalmic matters for practitioners and the general public.It encourages eye related research.
How much income did The Royal College Of Ophthalmologists report in 2025?
The Royal College Of Ophthalmologists reported total income of £7.87m and reported expenditure of £7.38m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Royal College Of Ophthalmologists?
The Royal College Of Ophthalmologists has a program ratio of 93.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 49% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 292 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Royal College Of Ophthalmologists registered as a charity?
The Royal College Of Ophthalmologists was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 August 1988 as charity number 299872. It has been registered for 38 years.
Who runs The Royal College Of Ophthalmologists?
The Royal College Of Ophthalmologists is governed by a board of 14 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Royal College Of Ophthalmologists operate?
The Royal College Of Ophthalmologists operates across 2 areas: Northern Ireland and Scotland.
Is The Royal College Of Ophthalmologists a registered charity?
Yes — The Royal College Of Ophthalmologists is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 299872.
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Trustees
Also governs 4 other charities
Also governs 1 other charity
Also Known As
- College of Ophthalmologists
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated