The Stowe School Foundation
The Foundation's principal objective is to assist Stowe School in the provision of bursaries, scholarships and prizes for the pupils for the public benefit. Additionally it provides funds for the improvement of facilities offered by the School either by way of new buildings or improved sports and cultural facilities for the public benefit.
Activities & Mission
The Foundation's principal objective is to assist Stowe School in the provision of bursaries, scholarships and prizes for the pupils for the public benefit. Additionally it provides funds for the improvement of facilities offered by the School either by way of new buildings or improved sports and cultural facilities for the public benefit.
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 87% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 2063). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 79% of UK Education 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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £3,422,433 | £3,720,131 | £3,720,131 | £29,877,833 | £1,482,117 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £3,209,272 | £5,471,760 | £5,445,593 | £29,892,153 | £3,279,367 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £2,133,141 | £1,257,519 | £1,154,020 | £29,529,898 | £3,305,480 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,599,074 | £2,324,615 | £2,232,831 | £26,993,611 | £3,236,246 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,437,891 | £647,212 | £570,655 | £26,961,492 | £3,167,099 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Stowe School Foundation
What does The Stowe School Foundation do?
The Foundation's principal objective is to assist Stowe School in the provision of bursaries, scholarships and prizes for the pupils for the public benefit. Additionally it provides funds for the improvement of facilities offered by the School either by way of new buildings or improved sports and cultural facilities for the public benefit.
How much income did The Stowe School Foundation report in 2025?
The Stowe School Foundation reported total income of £3.42m and reported expenditure of £3.72m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Stowe School Foundation?
The Stowe School Foundation has a program ratio of 108.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 87% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 2063 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Stowe School Foundation registered as a charity?
The Stowe School Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 September 1998 as charity number 1071363. It has been registered for 28 years.
Who runs The Stowe School Foundation?
The Stowe School Foundation is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is MR S C CREEDY SMITH. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Stowe School Foundation operate?
The Stowe School Foundation operates in Buckinghamshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Stowe School Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Stowe School Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1071363.
Details
Stowe
BUCKINGHAM
MK18 5EH
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