University College School
Also known as: University College School, Hampstead, Ucs
The foundation provides independent educational facilities for pupils aged 4 to 18.
Activities & Mission
The foundation provides independent educational facilities for pupils aged 4 to 18.
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 26% 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 25% 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 | £36,301,000 | £32,660,000 | £30,952,000 | £45,068,000 | £20,280,000 | 373 / 1 |
| 2024 | £34,418,000 | £31,369,000 | £29,817,000 | £41,001,000 | £15,390,000 | 350 / 8 |
| 2023 | £31,161,000 | £30,800,000 | £29,296,000 | £37,495,000 | £11,051,000 | 373 / 30 |
| 2022 | £36,485,000 | £28,166,000 | £26,762,000 | £37,559,000 | £5,468,000 | 378 / 30 |
| 2021 | £26,963,000 | £26,033,000 | £24,846,000 | £29,135,000 | £4,112,000 | 396 / 30 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about University College School
What does University College School do?
The foundation provides independent educational facilities for pupils aged 4 to 18.
How much income did University College School report in 2025?
University College School reported total income of £36.30m and reported expenditure of £32.66m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is University College School?
University College School has a program ratio of 85.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 26% of UK Education charities with income over £10M (sample of 661 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was University College School registered as a charity?
University College School was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 September 1963 as charity number 312748. It has been registered for 63 years.
Who runs University College School?
University College School is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is Stephen Burford Warshaw. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does University College School operate?
University College School operates in Camden, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is University College School a registered charity?
Yes — University College School is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 312748.
Details
Hampstead
London
NW3 6XH
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- University College School, Hampstead
- Ucs
- University College School
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated