Unlocked Graduates
Also known as: Unlocked, Unlocked Grads
To promote the rehabilitation and education of prisoners and ex-prisoners and the reduction of reoffending by:(i) the provision of a specialised programme of education and training for graduate prison officers;(ii) the education and training of those engaged in the prison and probation services and the criminal justice system in the rehabilitation and education of prisoners and ex-prisoners.
Activities & Mission
To promote the rehabilitation and education of prisoners and ex-prisoners and the reduction of reoffending by:(i) the provision of a specialised programme of education and training for graduate prison officers;(ii) the education and training of those engaged in the prison and probation services and the criminal justice system in the rehabilitation and education of prisoners and ex-prisoners.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 88% of UK Crime and Justice charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 109). How is this calculated?
Higher than 58% of UK Crime and Justice charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 54% of UK Crime and Justice 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 | £3,534,706 | £3,784,322 | £3,730,582 | £568,572 | £430,897 | 40 / 0 |
| 2024 | £4,527,027 | £4,282,883 | £4,217,119 | £818,188 | £461,200 | 54 / 0 |
| 2023 | £4,207,773 | £4,446,680 | £4,411,177 | £574,044 | £544,044 | 54 / 0 |
| 2022 | £4,049,186 | £3,896,636 | £3,812,477 | £812,951 | £714,584 | 41 / 0 |
| 2021 | £2,571,504 | £1,911,103 | £1,899,772 | £660,401 | £598,656 | 27 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Unlocked Graduates
What does Unlocked Graduates do?
To promote the rehabilitation and education of prisoners and ex-prisoners and the reduction of reoffending by:(i) the provision of a specialised programme of education and training for graduate prison officers;(ii) the education and training of those engaged in the prison and probation services and the criminal justice system in the rehabilitation and education of prisoners and ex-prisoners.
How much income did Unlocked Graduates report in 2025?
Unlocked Graduates reported total income of £3.53m and reported expenditure of £3.78m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Unlocked Graduates?
Unlocked Graduates has a program ratio of 105.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 88% of UK Crime and Justice charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 109 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Unlocked Graduates registered as a charity?
Unlocked Graduates was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 January 2020 as charity number 1187552. It has been registered for 6 years.
Who runs Unlocked Graduates?
Unlocked Graduates is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is DAME SALLY COATES. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Unlocked Graduates operate?
Unlocked Graduates operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Unlocked Graduates a registered charity?
Yes — Unlocked Graduates is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1187552.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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