The Saint John's School Foundation
Also known as: The Saint John's Foundation School
To advance the education of boys and girls from the ages of 11 to 18. The provision of subsidised education for Foundationers (being children of Church of England or Church of Wales clergy of limited means). The provision of means-tested bursaries to pupils whose families would not otherwise be able to afford the full fees and thereby widen access to the education provided by the School.
Activities & Mission
To advance the education of boys and girls from the ages of 11 to 18. The provision of subsidised education for Foundationers (being children of Church of England or Church of Wales clergy of limited means). The provision of means-tested bursaries to pupils whose families would not otherwise be able to afford the full fees and thereby widen access to the education provided by the School.
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 66% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample: 661). How is this calculated?
Higher than 74% of UK Education charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 68% 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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £24,940,887 | £24,175,673 | £24,066,579 | £30,679,623 | £30,005,900 | 225 / 6 |
| 2024 | £24,385,602 | £23,861,947 | £23,741,133 | £29,899,574 | £29,251,694 | 225 / 81 |
| 2023 | £22,135,798 | £22,139,409 | £22,027,956 | £29,330,158 | £0 | 225 / 0 |
| 2022 | £21,527,457 | £20,198,662 | £20,073,587 | £29,413,565 | £0 | 211 / 0 |
| 2021 | £18,630,657 | £18,324,477 | £18,283,034 | £28,157,358 | £0 | 218 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Saint John's School Foundation
What does The Saint John's School Foundation do?
To advance the education of boys and girls from the ages of 11 to 18. The provision of subsidised education for Foundationers (being children of Church of England or Church of Wales clergy of limited means). The provision of means-tested bursaries to pupils whose families would not otherwise be able to afford the full fees and thereby widen access to the education provided by the School.
How much income did The Saint John's School Foundation report in 2025?
The Saint John's School Foundation reported total income of £24.94m and reported expenditure of £24.18m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Saint John's School Foundation?
The Saint John's School Foundation has a program ratio of 96.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 66% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample of 661 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Saint John's School Foundation registered as a charity?
The Saint John's School Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 November 1964 as charity number 312064. It has been registered for 62 years.
Who runs The Saint John's School Foundation?
The Saint John's School Foundation is governed by a board of 15 trustees. The chair of trustees is Sara Elizabeth Anne Lipscombe-Nott. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Saint John's School Foundation operate?
The Saint John's School Foundation operates in Surrey, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Saint John's School Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Saint John's School Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 312064.
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Data & trust
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- 14 May 2026
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