Union Of Kingston Students
Also known as: Kingston University Students Union, Kusu
The advancement of education of students at Kingston University for the public benefit by promoting their interests and welfare and representing, supporting and advising students, representing students' interests to the university, and providing social, cultural, sporting and recreational activities and forums for discussion and debate for the personal development of students.
Activities & Mission
The advancement of education of students at Kingston University for the public benefit by promoting their interests and welfare and representing, supporting and advising students, representing students' interests to the university, and providing social, cultural, sporting and recreational activities and forums for discussion and debate for the personal development of students.
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 42% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 2063). How is this calculated?
Higher than 30% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 24% 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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,406,554 | £1,376,054 | £1,303,874 | -£649,852 | £649,852 | 32 / 1300 |
| 2024 | £1,441,589 | £1,313,569 | £1,285,218 | -£615,859 | £759,916 | 79 / 1000 |
| 2023 | £1,458,995 | £1,198,843 | £1,181,822 | -£536,458 | £375,592 | 48 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,749,214 | £1,615,942 | £1,589,219 | -£840,042 | £285,465 | 44 / 500 |
| 2021 | £1,556,067 | £1,404,007 | £1,370,390 | -£1,060,816 | £0 | 47 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Union Of Kingston Students
What does Union Of Kingston Students do?
The advancement of education of students at Kingston University for the public benefit by promoting their interests and welfare and representing, supporting and advising students, representing students' interests to the university, and providing social, cultural, sporting and recreational activities and forums for discussion and debate for the personal development of students.
How much income did Union Of Kingston Students report in 2025?
Union Of Kingston Students reported total income of £1.41m and reported expenditure of £1.38m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Union Of Kingston Students?
Union Of Kingston Students has a program ratio of 92.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 42% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 2063 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Union Of Kingston Students registered as a charity?
Union Of Kingston Students was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 November 2011 as charity number 1144763. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs Union Of Kingston Students?
Union Of Kingston Students is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Union Of Kingston Students operate?
Union Of Kingston Students operates across 3 areas: Kingston Upon Thames, Merton and Wandsworth.
Is Union Of Kingston Students a registered charity?
Yes — Union Of Kingston Students is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1144763.
Details
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KINGSTON UPON THAMES
KT1 2EE
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Also Known As
- Kingston University Students Union
- Kusu
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated