Trojans Scheme
Also known as: Kids' City, The Trojans Scheme, The Play Professionals
The charity operates After School Clubs and Holiday Play Schemes for children. In addition we are committed to the training and development of our staff and volunteers and to the dissemination of good practice within the sector. We offer volunteering opportunities to local people and provide routes to further training and paid work.
Activities & Mission
The charity operates After School Clubs and Holiday Play Schemes for children. In addition we are committed to the training and development of our staff and volunteers and to the dissemination of good practice within the sector. We offer volunteering opportunities to local people and provide routes to further training and paid work.
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 53% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 3459). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 54% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £785,444 | £722,028 | £722,028 | £165,581 | £165,581 | 38 / 10 |
| 2023 | £658,142 | £596,031 | £596,031 | £102,165 | £102,165 | 37 / 10 |
| 2022 | £534,302 | £527,699 | £527,699 | £40,054 | £40,054 | 32 / 8 |
| 2021 | £476,410 | £543,339 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2020 | £594,070 | £650,147 | £650,147 | £100,380 | £100,380 | 47 / 3 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Trojans Scheme
What does Trojans Scheme do?
The charity operates After School Clubs and Holiday Play Schemes for children. In addition we are committed to the training and development of our staff and volunteers and to the dissemination of good practice within the sector. We offer volunteering opportunities to local people and provide routes to further training and paid work.
How much income did Trojans Scheme report in 2024?
Trojans Scheme reported total income of £785k and reported expenditure of £722k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Trojans Scheme?
Trojans Scheme has a program ratio of 91.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 53% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 3459 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Trojans Scheme registered as a charity?
Trojans Scheme was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 9 March 2005 as charity number 1108509. It has been registered for 21 years.
Who runs Trojans Scheme?
Trojans Scheme is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is NICHOLAS MASON OBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Trojans Scheme operate?
Trojans Scheme operates across 3 areas: Lambeth, Southwark and Wandsworth.
Is Trojans Scheme a registered charity?
Yes — Trojans Scheme is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1108509.
Details
New Park Road
Brixton Hill
London
SW2 4JP
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Kids' City
- The Trojans Scheme
- The Play Professionals
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated