The Smile Train UK
-To relieve the suffering of children with cleft lips or palates or both;-To advance the education and training of the public, including doctors, nurses and medical support staff in all matters relating to cleft lip and palate surgery and treatment and the support of those with this condition.
Activities & Mission
-To relieve the suffering of children with cleft lips or palates or both;-To advance the education and training of the public, including doctors, nurses and medical support staff in all matters relating to cleft lip and palate surgery and treatment and the support of those with this condition.
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 14% of UK Health charities with income over £10M (sample: 307). How is this calculated?
Higher than 9% of UK Health charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 6% of UK Health charities with income over £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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £13,618,362 | £13,637,573 | £7,995,659 | £1,631,942 | £1,606,124 | 8 / 0 |
| 2024 | £12,310,979 | £11,757,758 | £6,043,394 | £1,651,153 | £1,648,237 | 8 / 0 |
| 2023 | £11,135,480 | £10,371,256 | £4,609,114 | £1,097,932 | £1,083,813 | 8 / 0 |
| 2022 | £10,337,786 | £11,304,299 | £6,962,407 | £333,708 | £0 | 7 / 0 |
| 2021 | £8,911,784 | £9,022,948 | £5,663,647 | £1,300,221 | £150,000 | 6 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Smile Train UK
What does The Smile Train UK do?
-To relieve the suffering of children with cleft lips or palates or both;-To advance the education and training of the public, including doctors, nurses and medical support staff in all matters relating to cleft lip and palate surgery and treatment and the support of those with this condition.
How much income did The Smile Train UK report in 2025?
The Smile Train UK reported total income of £13.62m and reported expenditure of £13.64m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Smile Train UK?
The Smile Train UK has a program ratio of 58.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 14% of UK Health charities with income over £10M (sample of 307 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Smile Train UK registered as a charity?
The Smile Train UK was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 June 2006 as charity number 1114748. It has been registered for 20 years.
Who runs The Smile Train UK?
The Smile Train UK is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Michael Andrew Williams. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Smile Train UK operate?
The Smile Train UK operates across 39 areas, including Argentina, Bangladesh, Bolivia and 36 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Smile Train UK a registered charity?
Yes — The Smile Train UK is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1114748.
Details
York House
Wetherby Road,
York
YO26 7NH
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