Tonbridge School
The objects of the charity are the advancement of education by the provision and conduct of a school at Tonbridge for boys as boarders, and, if the trustees think fit, as day boys and by ancillary or incidental educational activities and other associated activities for the overall benefit of the community.
Activities & Mission
The objects of the charity are the advancement of education by the provision and conduct of a school at Tonbridge for boys as boarders, and, if the trustees think fit, as day boys and by ancillary or incidental educational activities and other associated activities for the overall benefit of the community.
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 61% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample: 661). How is this calculated?
Higher than 30% of UK Education charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 21% of UK Education 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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £47,062,207 | £47,589,960 | £45,060,950 | £54,426,827 | £13,885,000 | 787 / 37 |
| 2024 | £45,727,610 | £43,757,939 | £41,483,805 | £50,210,587 | £9,684,562 | 782 / 72 |
| 2023 | £43,422,714 | £41,409,479 | £39,637,597 | £47,821,152 | £13,542,885 | 771 / 92 |
| 2022 | £50,077,420 | £37,767,383 | £36,233,460 | £45,557,768 | £14,426,260 | 741 / 94 |
| 2021 | £33,777,378 | £29,826,587 | £28,668,352 | £33,150,544 | £0 | 647 / 90 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Tonbridge School
What does Tonbridge School do?
The objects of the charity are the advancement of education by the provision and conduct of a school at Tonbridge for boys as boarders, and, if the trustees think fit, as day boys and by ancillary or incidental educational activities and other associated activities for the overall benefit of the community.
How much income did Tonbridge School report in 2025?
Tonbridge School reported total income of £47.06m and reported expenditure of £47.59m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Tonbridge School?
Tonbridge School has a program ratio of 95.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 61% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample of 661 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Tonbridge School registered as a charity?
Tonbridge School was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 12 June 2003 as charity number 1097977. It has been registered for 23 years.
Who runs Tonbridge School?
Tonbridge School is governed by a board of 17 trustees. The chair of trustees is Gavin Mark Rochussen. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Tonbridge School operate?
Tonbridge School operates in Kent, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Tonbridge School a registered charity?
Yes — Tonbridge School is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1097977.
Details
HIGH STREET
TONBRIDGE
TN9 1JP
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