The Smith Foundation
To promote the education and general welfare of children with special educational needs.Provision of a special school within the meaning of the Education Acts.
Activities & Mission
To promote the education and general welfare of children with special educational needs.Provision of a special school within the meaning of the Education Acts.
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 30% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample: 685). How is this calculated?
Higher than 50% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 70% of UK Beneficiary group 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 | £13,411,739 | £11,758,515 | £11,506,251 | £10,620,248 | £3,558,533 | 229 / 1 |
| 2024 | £11,075,558 | £10,215,440 | £9,937,811 | £8,986,052 | £1,745,526 | 219 / 8 |
| 2023 | £9,727,349 | £8,999,897 | £8,722,337 | £9,264,327 | £2,108,361 | 191 / 6 |
| 2022 | £8,326,335 | £7,462,008 | £7,198,757 | £7,545,215 | £2,862,108 | 198 / 1 |
| 2021 | £7,007,505 | £6,141,501 | £5,938,336 | £3,903,541 | £3,461,797 | 151 / 1 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Smith Foundation
What does The Smith Foundation do?
To promote the education and general welfare of children with special educational needs.Provision of a special school within the meaning of the Education Acts.
How much income did The Smith Foundation report in 2025?
The Smith Foundation reported total income of £13.41m and reported expenditure of £11.76m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Smith Foundation?
The Smith Foundation has a program ratio of 85.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 30% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample of 685 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Smith Foundation registered as a charity?
The Smith Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 January 1974 as charity number 529132. It has been registered for 52 years.
Who runs The Smith Foundation?
The Smith Foundation is governed by a board of 1 trustee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Smith Foundation operate?
The Smith Foundation operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Smith Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Smith Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 529132.
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