WESTMINSTER CATHEDRAL CHOIR SCHOOL
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net income of £462,445 for the year ended 31 August 2025, with total unrestricted free reserves standing at £2,602,194. The Trustees and Governors consider the financial position acceptable, noting that cash flow is the key performance indicator and remains strong enough to meet costs and invest in premises. The auditor confirmed that the use of the going concern basis is appropriate with no material uncertainties identified.
What the accounts disclose
“During the year to 31 August 2025, rent and property related charges of £918,604 (2024 – £1,000,787) were payable to Westminster Roman Catholic Diocesan Trust. This includes a rent payment for the use of 47 Francis Street, London, SW1P 1QR by Westminster Cathedral Choir School as a Pre-Prep School. The property is owned by the Westminster Roman Catholic Diocesan Trust and is rented to the charity.” — page 30
“Included within this total was £105,000 (2024 - £105,000) received by way of a grant from the Westminster Cathedral Choir School Fund (Registered Charity Number 276878).”
“During the year to 31 August 2025, rent and property related charges of £918,604 (2024 – £1,000,787) were payable to Westminster Roman Catholic Diocesan Trust. This includes a rent payment for the use of 47 Francis Street, London, SW1P 1QR by Westminster Cathedral Choir School as a Pre-Prep School. The property is owned by the Westminster Roman Catholic Diocesan Trust and is rented to the charity.” — page 30
“Included within this total was £105,000 (2024 - £105,000) received by way of a grant from the Westminster Cathedral Choir School Fund (Registered Charity Number 276878).”
“During the year to 31 August 2025, rent and property related charges of £918,604 (2024 – £1,000,787) were payable to Westminster Roman Catholic Diocesan Trust. This includes a rent payment for the use of 47 Francis Street, London, SW1P 1QR by Westminster Cathedral Choir School as a Pre-Prep School. The property is owned by the Westminster Roman Catholic Diocesan Trust and is rented to the charity.” — page 30
“Included within this total was £105,000 (2024 - £105,000) received by way of a grant from the Westminster Cathedral Choir School Fund (Registered Charity Number 276878).”
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/08/2025)
Trustees
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £7.1m | £6.7m |
| 31/08/2024 | £6.6m | £6.3m |
| 31/08/2023 | £6.4m | £5.9m |
| 31/08/2022 | £5.8m | £5.1m |
| 31/08/2021 | £5.3m | £4.6m |
Common questions
Is WESTMINSTER CATHEDRAL CHOIR SCHOOL financially healthy?
The accounts state that the charity reported a net income of £462,445 for the year ended 31 August 2025, with total unrestricted free reserves standing at £2,602,194. The Trustees and Governors consider the financial position acceptable, noting that cash flow is the key performance indicator and remains strong enough to meet costs and invest in premises. The auditor confirmed that the use of the going concern basis is appropriate with no material uncertainties identified. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by Buzzacott Audit LLP.