W G S Trust
The objects of the charity are the advancement of the educational work of Withington Girls' School (charity number 1158226) and the advancement of education. A specific aim is to maintain and enhance the level of means-tested bursary support to safeguard the diversity of the school community. It addition, the charity provides financial support for the school's on-going building programme.
Activities & Mission
The objects of the charity are the advancement of the educational work of Withington Girls' School (charity number 1158226) and the advancement of education. A specific aim is to maintain and enhance the level of means-tested bursary support to safeguard the diversity of the school community. It addition, the charity provides financial support for the school's on-going building programme.
Grants
W G S Trust is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Grants paid (2025)
- £500,000
- Who it helps
- children and young people
- What it supports
- education and training
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 23% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 668). How is this calculated?
Higher than 66% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 62% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M. (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 | £861,735 | £519,481 | £515,961 | £10,234,624 | £6,038,861 | 0 / 0 |
| 2024 | £1,435,429 | £978,565 | £893,292 | £9,706,181 | £5,637,501 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | £1,037,954 | £868,780 | £776,608 | £7,912,311 | £4,479,471 | 0 / 0 |
| 2022 | £1,026,733 | £1,830,425 | £1,748,784 | £9,437,803 | £5,319,235 | 0 / 0 |
| 2021 | £977,256 | £874,559 | £786,203 | £11,397,450 | £6,861,817 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about W G S Trust
What does W G S Trust do?
The objects of the charity are the advancement of the educational work of Withington Girls' School (charity number 1158226) and the advancement of education. A specific aim is to maintain and enhance the level of means-tested bursary support to safeguard the diversity of the school community. It addition, the charity provides financial support for the school's on-going building programme.
How much income did W G S Trust report in 2025?
W G S Trust reported total income of £862k and reported expenditure of £519k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is W G S Trust?
W G S Trust has a program ratio of 59.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 23% of UK Beneficiary group charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 668 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was W G S Trust registered as a charity?
W G S Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 13 May 1976 as charity number 505207. It has been registered for 50 years.
Who runs W G S Trust?
W G S Trust is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is LORD JOHN LEE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does W G S Trust operate?
W G S Trust operates across 10 areas, including Bolton, Bury, Manchester City and 7 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is W G S Trust a registered charity?
Yes — W G S Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 505207.
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- 9 November 2026
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