Wise Children Limited
Also known as: Emma Rice Company
Wise Children is a new theatre company conceived, created and led by multi award-winning director Emma Rice. Wise Children create landmark work with exceptional artists, challenge outmoded theatre touring models, train the next generation of creative practitioners, and discover the creative spaces of the future.
Activities & Mission
Wise Children is a new theatre company conceived, created and led by multi award-winning director Emma Rice. Wise Children create landmark work with exceptional artists, challenge outmoded theatre touring models, train the next generation of creative practitioners, and discover the creative spaces of the future.
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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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £3,382,406 | £3,154,577 | £3,117,256 | £1,621,111 | £499,584 | 12 / 0 |
| 2024 | £2,036,959 | £1,951,773 | £1,949,903 | £1,388,627 | £777,427 | 12 / 0 |
| 2023 | £2,826,834 | £2,613,330 | £2,607,455 | £1,291,283 | £660,020 | 12 / 0 |
| 2022 | £2,025,059 | £1,581,923 | £1,580,158 | £1,077,779 | £1,039,011 | 9 / 0 |
| 2021 | £953,796 | £699,353 | £690,466 | £634,643 | £634,643 | 8 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Wise Children Limited
What does Wise Children Limited do?
Wise Children is a new theatre company conceived, created and led by multi award-winning director Emma Rice. Wise Children create landmark work with exceptional artists, challenge outmoded theatre touring models, train the next generation of creative practitioners, and discover the creative spaces of the future.
How much income did Wise Children Limited report in 2025?
Wise Children Limited reported total income of £3.38m and reported expenditure of £3.15m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Wise Children Limited registered as a charity?
Wise Children Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 May 2018 as charity number 1178358. It has been registered for 8 years.
Who runs Wise Children Limited?
Wise Children Limited is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is CLARE REDDINGTON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Wise Children Limited operate?
Wise Children Limited operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Wise Children Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Wise Children Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1178358.
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BRISTOL
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