Voice 21
Also known as: School 21 Foundation
Voice 21 exists to enable economically disadvantaged pupils in the UK to develop good oracy skills. We do this by building the capacity of teachers and schools to provide a high quality oracy education while developing and promoting a compelling evidence base for the impact and importance of oracy.
Activities & Mission
Voice 21 exists to enable economically disadvantaged pupils in the UK to develop good oracy skills. We do this by building the capacity of teachers and schools to provide a high quality oracy education while developing and promoting a compelling evidence base for the impact and importance of oracy.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 81% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 2063). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 79% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £3,187,590 | £3,325,078 | £3,323,974 | £673,134 | £626,355 | 54 / 0 |
| 2023 | £3,032,460 | £3,011,104 | £3,011,104 | £810,622 | £764,000 | 57 / 0 |
| 2022 | £2,243,465 | £1,774,225 | £1,774,225 | £789,266 | £717,000 | 39 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,080,784 | £1,060,884 | £1,060,884 | £320,026 | £291,244 | 25 / 0 |
| 2020 | £922,974 | £921,296 | £921,296 | £300,126 | £285,436 | 20 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Voice 21
What does Voice 21 do?
Voice 21 exists to enable economically disadvantaged pupils in the UK to develop good oracy skills. We do this by building the capacity of teachers and schools to provide a high quality oracy education while developing and promoting a compelling evidence base for the impact and importance of oracy.
How much income did Voice 21 report in 2024?
Voice 21 reported total income of £3.19m and reported expenditure of £3.33m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Voice 21?
Voice 21 has a program ratio of 104.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 81% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 2063 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Voice 21 registered as a charity?
Voice 21 was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 July 2013 as charity number 1152672. It has been registered for 13 years.
Who runs Voice 21?
Voice 21 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 Voice 21 operate?
Voice 21 operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Voice 21 a registered charity?
Yes — Voice 21 is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1152672.
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- School 21 Foundation
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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