THE QUEST SCHOOL
At the Quest School we aim to create a positive, caring environment, where students self esteem is high and they are happy, stimulated and motivated to learn in an ABA setting. Our objective is to maximise the opportunity for all of our students with autism to access and integrate into mainstream community life and to feel fulfilled and content.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity generated a surplus of £250,642 for the year ended 31 July 2025, with total unrestricted funds increasing to £1,689,836. The trustees report adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future, with no material uncertainties identified regarding going concern. The charity maintains a designated contingency fund of £514,500, which the trustees estimate covers approximately 4-5 months of operating expenses.
What the accounts disclose
“No employee received remuneration amounting to more than £60,000 in either year.” — page 28
“P Mepsted, a trustee of the charity, invoiced the charity £45,400 (2024: £35,002), for the provision of property, health and safety and other consultancy services.” — page 34
“P Barnett, a trustee of the charity, invoiced the charity £1,470 (2024: £1,400) for the provision of school improvement services.” — page 34
“P Mepsted, a trustee of the charity, invoiced the charity £45,400 (2024: £35,002), for the provision of property, health and safety and other consultancy services.” — page 34
“P Barnett, a trustee of the charity, invoiced the charity £1,470 (2024: £1,400) for the provision of school improvement services.” — page 34
“P Mepsted, a trustee of the charity, invoiced the charity £45,400 (2024: £35,002), for the provision of property, health and safety and other consultancy services.” — page 34
“P Barnett, a trustee of the charity, invoiced the charity £1,470 (2024: £1,400) for the provision of school improvement services.” — page 34
“P Mepsted, a trustee of the charity, invoiced the charity £45,400 (2024: £35,002), for the provision of property, health and safety and other consultancy services.” — page 34
“P Barnett, a trustee of the charity, invoiced the charity £1,470 (2024: £1,400) for the provision of school improvement services.” — page 34
“P Mepsted, a trustee of the charity, invoiced the charity £45,400 (2024: £35,002), for the provision of property, health and safety and other consultancy services.” — page 34
“P Barnett, a trustee of the charity, invoiced the charity £1,470 (2024: £1,400) for the provision of school improvement services.” — page 34
Leadership, per the charity’s website
- Nicky Keyes — Co-Headteacher
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/07/2025)
Trustees
- Ian Martinchair
- Allan Yip
- DEBORAH BRUCE
- David Baker
- MR PHIL BARNETT CERT ED
- PETER MEPSTED
- Wilson Katie
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/07/2025 | £1.6m | £1.4m |
| 31/07/2024 | £1.5m | £1.3m |
| 31/07/2023 | £1.3m | £1.2m |
| 31/07/2022 | £1.3m | £1.2m |
| 31/07/2021 | £1.2m | £1.1m |
Common questions
Is THE QUEST SCHOOL financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity generated a surplus of £250,642 for the year ended 31 July 2025, with total unrestricted funds increasing to £1,689,836. The trustees report adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future, with no material uncertainties identified regarding going concern. The charity maintains a designated contingency fund of £514,500, which the trustees estimate covers approximately 4-5 months of operating expenses. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by Kreston Reeves Audit LLP.
What does the highest-paid employee of THE QUEST SCHOOL earn?
Per its FY2025 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the Under £60,000 band.
Who funds THE QUEST SCHOOL?
Funders whose own accounts filings name THE QUEST SCHOOL as a grant recipient include THE SIR JAMES ROLL CHARITABLE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE SIR JAMES ROLL CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2025 | £1k |
Government & lottery funding
| Funder | Date | Amount | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 21/06/2018 | £9k | Outdoor Trim Trail for autistic children |
| The National Lottery Community Fund | 04/03/2010 | £10k | Living Skills Centre |
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| VODAFONE FOUNDATION | 1 | — |
| THE THOMPSON FAMILY CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £600k |
| THE PEARS FAMILY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION | 1 | £400k |
| KUSUMA TRUST UK | 1 | £97k |
| JOSEPH LEVY FOUNDATION | 1 | £60k |
| THE JOHN R. MURRAY CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £55k |
| AUTISTICA | 1 | £51k |
| THE HAREBELL CENTENARY FUND | 1 | £40k |
Charities like this
- POSITIVE BEHAVIOUR SUPPORT FOR LEARNING CIO
- Q+
- GLOUCESTERSHIRE GROUP HOMES LIMITED
- Inaura School
- ST AUBYN'S (WOODFORD GREEN) SCHOOL TRUST
- AMBITIOUS ABOUT AUTISM
Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| THE QUEST SCHOOL | £1.6m | Under £60,000 | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| POSITIVE BEHAVIOUR SUPPORT FOR LEARNING CIO | £1.2m | — | — | unclear | — | no doubt |
| Q+ | £3.5m | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| GLOUCESTERSHIRE GROUP HOMES LIMITED | £1.7m | — | — | unclear | — | no doubt |
| Inaura School | £2.0m | — | — | unclear | — | no doubt |
| ST AUBYN'S (WOODFORD GREEN) SCHOOL TRUST | £6.3m | — | — | unclear | — | no doubt |