RELIGIOUS EDUCATION COUNCIL OF ENGLAND AND WALES
The RE Council's object is the advancement of education through the promotion of Religious Education in schools and places of further education and higher education.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported a net movement in funds of £18,305 for the year ended 31 August 2025, resulting in total reserves of £244,410. The trustees' report notes that the reserves policy was increased to £100,000 to cover contractual obligations and contingencies, and the actual free reserves of £189,943 exceed this target. The independent examiner confirmed that no matters came to their attention to suggest non-compliance with accounting standards or the Companies Act.
What the accounts disclose
“The Reserves Policy was increased to £100,000 for the year. This was due to concerns the Religion and Worldviews Handbook project’s funding may be impacted by exchange rates; these concerns did not materialise. The reserves policy also covered notice periods required for staff, contractual obligations and a legal fee contingency.” — page 6
“During the year the Charity made the following related party transactions: Culham ST Gabriels Trust (Dr Richard Ian Kueh is also a trustee.) During the year the charity received restricted grants of £67,333 (2024: 48,333) for campaigning and advocacy. The charity also received unrestricted grants of £50,000 (2024: £50,000) towards core costs incurred.” — page 25
Trustees
- Sarah Lane Cawtechair
- Aliya Azam
- Caroline Alice Alderton
- Dr Kathryn Wright
- Dr Richard Ian Kueh
- Edward Francis Pawson
- Kathy Nicola Riddick
- Paul Simon Smalley
- Philip Robinson
- Rosemary Rivett
- Sheila Jeanne Gewolb
- Tanuja Shukla
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £156k | £138k |
| 31/08/2024 | £169k | £202k |
| 31/08/2023 | £193k | £201k |
| 31/08/2022 | £174k | £184k |
| 31/08/2021 | £212k | £237k |
Common questions
Is RELIGIOUS EDUCATION COUNCIL OF ENGLAND AND WALES financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported a net movement in funds of £18,305 for the year ended 31 August 2025, resulting in total reserves of £244,410. The trustees' report notes that the reserves policy was increased to £100,000 to cover contractual obligations and contingencies, and the actual free reserves of £189,943 exceed this target. The independent examiner confirmed that no matters came to their attention to suggest non-compliance with accounting standards or the Companies Act. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds RELIGIOUS EDUCATION COUNCIL OF ENGLAND AND WALES?
Funders whose own accounts filings name RELIGIOUS EDUCATION COUNCIL OF ENGLAND AND WALES as a grant recipient include CULHAM ST GABRIEL'S TRUST.
Shared trustees with funders
- Dr Richard Ian Kueh — trustee here and at CULHAM ST GABRIEL'S TRUST
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| CULHAM ST GABRIEL'S TRUST | FY2024 | £150k | Support core costs and operations over the next three years |