The United Westminster And Grey Coat Foundation
Notable UK charityObject: to advance education for the public benefit. Achieved by establishing, operating & supporting schools, run in accordance with Christian principles - both state-funded & independent. Formed from five small charity schools, all founded 1594-1674 to benefit poor children in Westminster (Clothworkers' charity school, founded 1576 in Kent later added). Schools today remain in or near London.
Activities & Mission
Object: to advance education for the public benefit. Achieved by establishing, operating & supporting schools, run in accordance with Christian principles - both state-funded & independent. Formed from five small charity schools, all founded 1594-1674 to benefit poor children in Westminster (Clothworkers' charity school, founded 1576 in Kent later added). Schools today remain in or near London.
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 48% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample: 685). How is this calculated?
Higher than 45% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 23% 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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £79,344,000 | £76,487,000 | £74,402,000 | £146,162,000 | £47,794,000 | 872 / 50 |
| 2023 | £72,134,000 | £71,338,000 | £69,099,000 | £138,810,000 | £524,000 | 861 / 0 |
| 2022 | £66,874,000 | £66,486,000 | £64,747,000 | £138,923,000 | £110,000 | 867 / 0 |
| 2021 | £60,428,000 | £60,623,000 | £59,566,000 | £134,982,000 | £36,075,000 | 872 / 0 |
| 2020 | £57,693,000 | £59,477,000 | £58,173,000 | £128,985,000 | £28,240,000 | 947 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The United Westminster And Grey Coat Foundation
What does The United Westminster And Grey Coat Foundation do?
Object: to advance education for the public benefit. Achieved by establishing, operating & supporting schools, run in accordance with Christian principles - both state-funded & independent. Formed from five small charity schools, all founded 1594-1674 to benefit poor children in Westminster (Clothworkers' charity school, founded 1576 in Kent later added). Schools today remain in or near London.
How much income did The United Westminster And Grey Coat Foundation report in 2024?
The United Westminster And Grey Coat Foundation reported total income of £79.34m and reported expenditure of £76.49m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The United Westminster And Grey Coat Foundation?
The United Westminster And Grey Coat Foundation has a program ratio of 93.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 48% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income over £10M (sample of 685 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The United Westminster And Grey Coat Foundation registered as a charity?
The United Westminster And Grey Coat Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 December 2018 as charity number 1181012. It has been registered for 8 years.
Who runs The United Westminster And Grey Coat Foundation?
The United Westminster And Grey Coat Foundation is governed by a board of 15 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The United Westminster And Grey Coat Foundation operate?
The United Westminster And Grey Coat Foundation operates across 4 areas: City Of Westminster, Kent, Reading and Wandsworth.
Is The United Westminster And Grey Coat Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The United Westminster And Grey Coat Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1181012.
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57 PALACE STREET
LONDON
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