Thorpe Hall School Trust
The promotion and advancement of education at Thorpe Hall School to provide education to children from pre-nursery to 16 years plus - an independent co-educational day school - maintenance of schools land and buildings. Provision of means tested bursaries. Engagement with community development of pupils sporting, artistic and social skills.
Activities & Mission
The promotion and advancement of education at Thorpe Hall School to provide education to children from pre-nursery to 16 years plus - an independent co-educational day school - maintenance of schools land and buildings. Provision of means tested bursaries. Engagement with community development of pupils sporting, artistic and social skills.
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 52% 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 89% 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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £7,264,992 | £6,975,953 | £6,975,953 | £4,617,928 | £4,617,928 | 118 / 0 |
| 2023 | £6,337,231 | £5,830,986 | £5,766,635 | £4,326,909 | £4,326,909 | 109 / 0 |
| 2022 | £5,452,720 | £5,235,967 | £5,235,967 | £3,820,664 | £3,820,664 | 102 / 0 |
| 2021 | £4,831,551 | £4,919,293 | £4,919,293 | £3,603,911 | £3,603,911 | 96 / 0 |
| 2020 | £5,053,336 | £4,837,647 | £4,837,647 | £3,691,653 | £3,691,653 | 93 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Thorpe Hall School Trust
What does Thorpe Hall School Trust do?
The promotion and advancement of education at Thorpe Hall School to provide education to children from pre-nursery to 16 years plus - an independent co-educational day school - maintenance of schools land and buildings. Provision of means tested bursaries. Engagement with community development of pupils sporting, artistic and social skills.
How much income did Thorpe Hall School Trust report in 2024?
Thorpe Hall School Trust reported total income of £7.26m and reported expenditure of £6.98m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Thorpe Hall School Trust?
Thorpe Hall School Trust has a program ratio of 96.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 52% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 2063 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Thorpe Hall School Trust registered as a charity?
Thorpe Hall School Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 December 1987 as charity number 298155. It has been registered for 39 years.
Who runs Thorpe Hall School Trust?
Thorpe Hall School Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is JONATHAN GORRIDGE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Thorpe Hall School Trust operate?
Thorpe Hall School Trust operates in Southend-on-sea, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Thorpe Hall School Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Thorpe Hall School Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 298155.
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