United Learning LTD
Notable UK charityAlso known as: The Church Schools Foundation Limited, The United Church Schools Foundation Ltd, United Church Schools Foundation Ltd
THE CHARITABLE GROUP PROVIDES EDUCATION THROUGH THE OPERATION OF INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS AND THROUGH THE OPERATION OF ACADEMIES ON BEHALF OF THE DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION AND THE EDUCATION FUNDING AGENCY
Activities & Mission
THE CHARITABLE GROUP PROVIDES EDUCATION THROUGH THE OPERATION OF INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS AND THROUGH THE OPERATION OF ACADEMIES ON BEHALF OF THE DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION AND THE EDUCATION FUNDING AGENCY
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.
Region
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 35% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample: 661). How is this calculated?
Higher than 81% of UK Education charities with income over £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 79% 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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £786,023,000 | £704,621,000 | £703,282,000 | £1,110,823,000 | £195,478,000 | 10822 / 1163 |
| 2023 | £735,585,000 | £581,589,000 | £580,331,000 | £1,033,683,000 | £174,304,000 | 9675 / 976 |
| 2022 | £521,723,000 | £525,868,000 | £524,330,000 | £865,158,000 | £161,229,000 | 9144 / 1038 |
| 2021 | £485,698,000 | £497,043,000 | £494,989,000 | £694,035,000 | £144,847,000 | 9537 / 955 |
| 2020 | £553,383,000 | £460,647,000 | £458,315,000 | £726,889,000 | £136,216,000 | 9495 / 442 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about United Learning LTD
What does United Learning LTD do?
THE CHARITABLE GROUP PROVIDES EDUCATION THROUGH THE OPERATION OF INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS AND THROUGH THE OPERATION OF ACADEMIES ON BEHALF OF THE DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION AND THE EDUCATION FUNDING AGENCY
How much income did United Learning LTD report in 2024?
United Learning LTD reported total income of £786.02m and reported expenditure of £704.62m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is United Learning LTD?
United Learning LTD has a program ratio of 89.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 35% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample of 661 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was United Learning LTD registered as a charity?
United Learning LTD was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 December 1973 as charity number 313999. It has been registered for 53 years.
Who runs United Learning LTD?
United Learning LTD is governed by a board of 14 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does United Learning LTD operate?
United Learning LTD operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is United Learning LTD a registered charity?
Yes — United Learning LTD is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 313999.
Details
Worldwide House
Thorpe Wood
PETERBOROUGH
PE3 6SB
Registry Information
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- The Church Schools Foundation Limited
- The United Church Schools Foundation Ltd
- United Church Schools Foundation Ltd
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated