The Royal School Of Needlework
Also known as: Rsn
The RSN comprises three core activities; the Education programme, the Collection and the Studio. These three activities are integrally linked; Studio staff teach on the courses; students work in the Studio; students work on items from the Collection and the collection informs work in the Studio and the courses.
Activities & Mission
The RSN comprises three core activities; the Education programme, the Collection and the Studio. These three activities are integrally linked; Studio staff teach on the courses; students work in the Studio; students work on items from the Collection and the collection informs work in the Studio and the courses.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 37% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 2063). How is this calculated?
Higher than 11% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 9% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | £2,969,245 | £3,446,662 | £2,698,313 | £4,852,165 | £1,629,357 | 64 / 20 |
| 2023 | £2,756,048 | £3,073,421 | £2,422,270 | £4,970,999 | £1,366,807 | 55 / 20 |
| 2022 | £2,747,686 | £2,519,483 | £2,027,730 | £5,770,238 | £1,725,209 | 47 / 15 |
| 2021 | £2,272,430 | £2,163,235 | £1,768,205 | £6,297,516 | £2,101,355 | 28 / 7 |
| 2020 | £1,984,354 | £2,106,034 | £1,692,658 | £5,300,695 | £1,548,779 | 54 / 20 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Royal School Of Needlework
What does The Royal School Of Needlework do?
The RSN comprises three core activities; the Education programme, the Collection and the Studio. These three activities are integrally linked; Studio staff teach on the courses; students work in the Studio; students work on items from the Collection and the collection informs work in the Studio and the courses.
How much income did The Royal School Of Needlework report in 2024?
The Royal School Of Needlework reported total income of £2.97m and reported expenditure of £3.45m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Royal School Of Needlework?
The Royal School Of Needlework has a program ratio of 90.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 37% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 2063 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Royal School Of Needlework registered as a charity?
The Royal School Of Needlework was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 July 1964 as charity number 312774. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs The Royal School Of Needlework?
The Royal School Of Needlework is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Royal School Of Needlework operate?
The Royal School Of Needlework operates across 7 areas, including Japan, Scotland, United States and 4 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Royal School Of Needlework a registered charity?
Yes — The Royal School Of Needlework is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 312774.
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East Molesey
Surrey
KT8 9AU
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- 14 May 2026
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