THE MARC SMITH EDUCATIONAL CHARITY
Applicants for further education grants must reside in Claybrooke Magna, Claybrooke Parva, Ullesthorpe or Wibtoft and be under 24 years. There are grants for pupils, resident in these villages, to help them move from primary schools to Upper Schools. Grants are made to Ullesthorpe and Claybrooke Parva schools for education projects. All these grants are subject to the income of the charity.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity incurred an excess of expenditure over income of £257.69 for the year ended 31 December 2025. Total reserves decreased from £9,938.37 to £9,680.68. The trustees report that the charity remains operational with income from rent, grants, and allotments covering most expenditures.
What the accounts disclose
“Zoe (Trustee) and husband Neil Ridley participated in the preparation of grant applications. A successful outcome of £5000 from Harborough District Council and £1000 from Ullesthorpe Parish Council were received.” — page 1
“The management contract with Clarkes was terminated and is now provided in-house to enable a saving of around £2000 in fees each year.”
“Zoe (Trustee) and husband Neil Ridley participated in the preparation of grant applications. A successful outcome of £5000 from Harborough District Council and £1000 from Ullesthorpe Parish Council were received.” — page 1
“The management contract with Clarkes was terminated and is now provided in-house to enable a saving of around £2000 in fees each year.”
Trustees
- TREVOR Christopher DAWESchair
- Dr Zoe Louise Ridley
- Hugh Stratton Edgley
- Jo-Ann Allcoat
- Joanne Stuart-Matthews
- SIMON SMITH
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/12/2025 | £49k | £49k |
| 31/12/2024 | £95k | £90k |
| 31/12/2023 | £10k | £13k |
| 31/12/2022 | £9k | £10k |
| 31/12/2021 | £10k | £10k |
Common questions
Is THE MARC SMITH EDUCATIONAL CHARITY financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity incurred an excess of expenditure over income of £257.69 for the year ended 31 December 2025. Total reserves decreased from £9,938.37 to £9,680.68. The trustees report that the charity remains operational with income from rent, grants, and allotments covering most expenditures.