ST JOHN'S COLLEGE, DURHAM
Financial health, per its FY2023 accounts
The accounts state that free reserves of £1,351,439 significantly exceed the stated policy target of £362,603, reflecting a conservative expenditure policy during post-pandemic uncertainty. The charity reports a net inflow in unrestricted funds and holds substantial cash reserves of £3,523,024, indicating strong liquidity. The trustees and auditors confirm there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
“The emoluments of this employee fell within the following bands: £70,000 - £79,999”
“There was one employee (2022: one) whose emoluments, as defined for taxation purposes, amounted to over £60,000 in the current or prior year.” — page 31
“The St John’s College Reserves Policy states that the appropriate level of free reserves is 10% of budgeted expenditure” — page 8
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/07/2025)
Trustees
- Amir Michael
- CLARE LOUISE CURRAN
- Canon Dr JAMES HERBERT HARRISON
- Christopher Courtman
- Dr MICHAEL JOHN GILMORE
- Dr Rebecca Bouveng
- Jacqueline Helen Sutton
- Kate Elizabeth ROUTLEDGE
- Matthew James Killen
- Professor Jolyon Mitchell
- Professor Thomas Boulton Ward
- RT REV DR Robert Neil Innes
- Rev Fungai Catherine Ngangira
- Revd Dr Nicholas James Moore
- Rt Revd Dr Eleanor Ruth Sanderson
- Samuel Anthony Meyer Dale
- Sarah Jane Judson
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/07/2025 | £8.2m | £7.5m |
| 31/07/2024 | £7.4m | £7.0m |
| 31/07/2023 | £6.5m | £5.7m |
| 31/07/2022 | £6.0m | £5.1m |
| 31/07/2021 | £5.4m | £5.0m |
Common questions
Is ST JOHN'S COLLEGE, DURHAM financially healthy?
The accounts state that free reserves of £1,351,439 significantly exceed the stated policy target of £362,603, reflecting a conservative expenditure policy during post-pandemic uncertainty. The charity reports a net inflow in unrestricted funds and holds substantial cash reserves of £3,523,024, indicating strong liquidity. The trustees and auditors confirm there are no material uncertainties regarding the charity's ability to continue as a going concern. Its FY2023 accounts were audited by Haines Watts North East Audit LLP.
What does the highest-paid employee of ST JOHN'S COLLEGE, DURHAM earn?
Per its FY2023 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the £70,000 - £79,999 band, and 1 employees earned over £60,000.