The Southwark Diocesan Board Of Education (incorporated)
Also known as: Sdbe, Southwark Diocesan Board of Education
Primary function is to develop Church of England Education. Services are provided in the form of 1: Advice and Guidance to Teachers, Governors, Trustees and Chaplains. 2: Training and Development for School Staff and Governors 3: Project Manangement and support for the development of School Buildings and Facilities and 4: Support for the provision and development of Education Chaplaincy.
Activities & Mission
Primary function is to develop Church of England Education. Services are provided in the form of 1: Advice and Guidance to Teachers, Governors, Trustees and Chaplains. 2: Training and Development for School Staff and Governors 3: Project Manangement and support for the development of School Buildings and Facilities and 4: Support for the provision and development of Education Chaplaincy.
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.
Region
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 88% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 960). How is this calculated?
Higher than 43% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 40% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £8,393,499 | £9,815,901 | £9,390,340 | £23,409,859 | £3,126,148 | 16 / 0 |
| 2023 | £8,068,217 | £8,090,904 | £7,653,152 | £25,263,609 | £3,263,616 | 17 / 0 |
| 2022 | £8,879,019 | £4,787,865 | £4,356,739 | £25,086,015 | £2,881,462 | 16 / 0 |
| 2021 | £9,233,771 | £10,899,338 | £10,387,985 | £21,805,665 | £3,412,743 | 16 / 0 |
| 2020 | £17,278,524 | £6,441,654 | £6,095,714 | £31,517,798 | £3,605,000 | 15 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Southwark Diocesan Board Of Education (incorporated)
What does The Southwark Diocesan Board Of Education (incorporated) do?
Primary function is to develop Church of England Education. Services are provided in the form of 1: Advice and Guidance to Teachers, Governors, Trustees and Chaplains. 2: Training and Development for School Staff and Governors 3: Project Manangement and support for the development of School Buildings and Facilities and 4: Support for the provision and development of Education Chaplaincy.
How much income did The Southwark Diocesan Board Of Education (incorporated) report in 2024?
The Southwark Diocesan Board Of Education (incorporated) reported total income of £8.39m and reported expenditure of £9.82m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Southwark Diocesan Board Of Education (incorporated)?
The Southwark Diocesan Board Of Education (incorporated) has a program ratio of 111.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 88% of UK Religion charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 960 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Southwark Diocesan Board Of Education (incorporated) registered as a charity?
The Southwark Diocesan Board Of Education (incorporated) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 January 1967 as charity number 313001. It has been registered for 59 years.
Who runs The Southwark Diocesan Board Of Education (incorporated)?
The Southwark Diocesan Board Of Education (incorporated) is governed by a board of 19 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Southwark Diocesan Board Of Education (incorporated) operate?
The Southwark Diocesan Board Of Education (incorporated) operates in London, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Southwark Diocesan Board Of Education (incorporated) a registered charity?
Yes — The Southwark Diocesan Board Of Education (incorporated) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 313001.
Details
48 Union Street
LONDON
LONDON
SE1 1TD
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Sdbe
- Southwark Diocesan Board of Education
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated