The Sutton Trust
The Sutton Trust aims to improve educational opportunities for young people from non-privileged backgrounds and increase social mobility, in particular by supporting projects, policy advocacy and undertaking and commissioning research.
Activities & Mission
The Sutton Trust aims to improve educational opportunities for young people from non-privileged backgrounds and increase social mobility, in particular by supporting projects, policy advocacy and undertaking and commissioning research.
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 77% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1335). How is this calculated?
Higher than 35% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 25% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
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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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £7,463,664 | £8,253,431 | £7,672,890 | £9,728,545 | £5,284,196 | 47 / 326 |
| 2023 | £7,123,285 | £7,627,677 | £6,999,053 | £10,340,864 | £4,988,768 | 44 / 260 |
| 2022 | £5,829,676 | £6,343,200 | £5,778,864 | £10,953,173 | £4,075,851 | 33 / 0 |
| 2021 | £6,133,807 | £4,495,334 | £3,947,602 | £11,800,357 | £3,797,494 | 31 / 0 |
| 2020 | £6,698,890 | £5,217,472 | £4,651,738 | £9,744,521 | £3,577,925 | 28 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Sutton Trust
What does The Sutton Trust do?
The Sutton Trust aims to improve educational opportunities for young people from non-privileged backgrounds and increase social mobility, in particular by supporting projects, policy advocacy and undertaking and commissioning research.
How much income did The Sutton Trust report in 2024?
The Sutton Trust reported total income of £7.46m and reported expenditure of £8.25m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Sutton Trust?
The Sutton Trust has a program ratio of 102.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 77% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1335 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Sutton Trust registered as a charity?
The Sutton Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 March 2012 as charity number 1146244. It has been registered for 14 years.
Who runs The Sutton Trust?
The Sutton Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Ian Walsh. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Sutton Trust operate?
The Sutton Trust operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The Sutton Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Sutton Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1146244.
Details
MILLBANK TOWER
21-24 MILLBANK
LONDON
SW1P 4QP
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