The Sir John Sedley Educational Foundation
To provide funds for young people under 25 years on proven application for further education of an academic or vocational nature. Limited to Wymondham and peripheral parishes.
Activities & Mission
To provide funds for young people under 25 years on proven application for further education of an academic or vocational nature. Limited to Wymondham and peripheral parishes.
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 Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 3% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 6% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 2% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £221,114 | £76,825 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2024 | £266,323 | £128,541 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2022 | £13,889 | £26,020 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £5,176,348 | £33,720 | £17,459 | £5,666,970 | £2,000 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Sir John Sedley Educational Foundation
What does The Sir John Sedley Educational Foundation do?
To provide funds for young people under 25 years on proven application for further education of an academic or vocational nature. Limited to Wymondham and peripheral parishes.
How much income did The Sir John Sedley Educational Foundation report in 2025?
The Sir John Sedley Educational Foundation reported total income of £221k and reported expenditure of £77k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Sir John Sedley Educational Foundation?
The Sir John Sedley Educational Foundation has a program ratio of 0.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 3% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Sir John Sedley Educational Foundation registered as a charity?
The Sir John Sedley Educational Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 February 1966 as charity number 527884. It has been registered for 60 years.
Who runs The Sir John Sedley Educational Foundation?
The Sir John Sedley Educational Foundation is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is PHILIP GASKELL. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Sir John Sedley Educational Foundation operate?
The Sir John Sedley Educational Foundation operates across 2 areas: Leicestershire and Rutland.
Is The Sir John Sedley Educational Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Sir John Sedley Educational Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 527884.
Details
Oakham
Rutland
LE15 6SU
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