THE LUDGROVE SCHOOL FOUNDATION
Financial health, per its FY2024 accounts
The accounts state that the charity holds free reserves of £492,821, which represents an increase from the previous year's £445,509. The Trustees confirm there is no stated reserves policy and that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. The charity reported a net income of £228,968 for the year, driven largely by increased donations.
What the accounts disclose
“During the year the Foundation pledged bursary grants of £13,320 (2023: £12,360) to its parent company, Ludgrove School Trust Limited (“the School”).” — page 17
“During the year the School provided donated services to the Foundation with a value of £5,849 (2023: £9,324)”
“During the year the Foundation pledged bursary grants of £13,320 (2023: £12,360) to its parent company, Ludgrove School Trust Limited (“the School”).” — page 17
“During the year the School provided donated services to the Foundation with a value of £5,849 (2023: £9,324)”
“During the year the Foundation pledged bursary grants of £13,320 (2023: £12,360) to its parent company, Ludgrove School Trust Limited (“the School”).” — page 17
“During the year the School provided donated services to the Foundation with a value of £5,849 (2023: £9,324)”
“During the year the Foundation pledged bursary grants of £13,320 (2023: £12,360) to its parent company, Ludgrove School Trust Limited (“the School”).” — page 17
“During the year the School provided donated services to the Foundation with a value of £5,849 (2023: £9,324)”
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/08/2025)
Trustees
- Henrietta Camilla Salvato
- JAMES DOMINIC PEERS CARTER
- LOGIE CHARLES LLOYD FITZWILLIAMS
- LUCY CATHERINE WINKWORTH
- PETER MAURICE PERCIVAL ECKERSLEY
- RUTH MICHELLE DEN BESTEN
- TAWANDA DAVID PARI
- William James Armitage
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £1.6m | £134k |
| 31/08/2024 | £289k | £60k |
| 31/08/2023 | £120k | £65k |
| 31/08/2022 | £113k | £31k |
| 31/08/2021 | £20k | £39k |
Common questions
Is THE LUDGROVE SCHOOL FOUNDATION financially healthy?
The accounts state that the charity holds free reserves of £492,821, which represents an increase from the previous year's £445,509. The Trustees confirm there is no stated reserves policy and that the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. The charity reported a net income of £228,968 for the year, driven largely by increased donations. Its FY2024 accounts were audited by S&W Partners Audit Limited.
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| THE MASTER CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £955k |
| PARMITER'S SCHOOL FOUNDATION | 1 | £594k |
| SUMNER WILSON CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £4k |
| THE BARRATT FAMILY CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £2k |
| THE TUFTON CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £1k |