Westminster Cathedral Choir School
The advancement of the Roman Catholic Religion and the advancement of education in the Roman Catholic tradition. In particular the charity aims to train children in church choral music.
Activities & Mission
The advancement of the Roman Catholic Religion and the advancement of education in the Roman Catholic tradition. In particular the charity aims to train children in church choral music.
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 55% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 780). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 80% of UK Arts 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 | £7,126,537 | £6,664,092 | £6,664,092 | £4,716,326 | £2,602,194 | 73 / 0 |
| 2024 | £6,569,155 | £6,319,147 | £6,319,147 | £4,253,881 | £2,041,235 | 69 / 0 |
| 2023 | £6,427,094 | £5,882,506 | £5,882,506 | £4,003,873 | £4,003,873 | 68 / 0 |
| 2022 | £5,765,052 | £5,103,735 | £5,103,735 | £3,459,285 | £3,459,285 | 64 / 0 |
| 2021 | £5,288,346 | £4,579,117 | £4,579,117 | £2,797,968 | £1,112,036 | 64 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Westminster Cathedral Choir School
What does Westminster Cathedral Choir School do?
The advancement of the Roman Catholic Religion and the advancement of education in the Roman Catholic tradition. In particular the charity aims to train children in church choral music.
How much income did Westminster Cathedral Choir School report in 2025?
Westminster Cathedral Choir School reported total income of £7.13m and reported expenditure of £6.66m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Westminster Cathedral Choir School?
Westminster Cathedral Choir School has a program ratio of 93.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 55% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 780 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Westminster Cathedral Choir School registered as a charity?
Westminster Cathedral Choir School was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 August 1997 as charity number 1063761. It has been registered for 29 years.
Who runs Westminster Cathedral Choir School?
Westminster Cathedral Choir School is governed by a board of 1 trustee. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Westminster Cathedral Choir School operate?
Westminster Cathedral Choir School operates in City Of Westminster, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Westminster Cathedral Choir School a registered charity?
Yes — Westminster Cathedral Choir School is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1063761.
Details
Ambrosden Avenue
London
London
SW1P 1QH
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