STAY AT SCHOOL
The Trust supports sustainable educational improvements in the Solu Khumbu region of Nepal through the delivery of infrastructure, facilities and pastoral support services within schools so that children in isolated mountain communities can develop and progress to higher education, giving them the skills and knowledge need to participate fully in Nepal's growing economy.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity reported an overall deficit of £77,659 for the year ended 31 March 2025, resulting in unrestricted reserves falling to £80,253 from £198,360 the previous year. The trustees maintain that these reserves are in accordance with their policy to hold sufficient funds to discharge liabilities and ensure ongoing viability. Despite the deficit, the trustees confirm the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future.
What the accounts disclose
“During the year, G Austin, a trustee invoiced the charity for management of the internship programme. Fees of £4,250 (2024 - £200) were payable by the charity, of which £260 was accrued at the year end (2024 - £nil).” — page 15
“During the year, G Austin, a trustee invoiced the charity for management of the internship programme. Fees of £4,250 (2024 - £200) were payable by the charity, of which £260 was accrued at the year end (2024 - £nil). All transactions were conducted in accordance with the charity's constitution and on an arm's length basis.” — page 15
“Donations totalling £44,504 were received from trustees and other related parties during the year (2024 £70,800).” — page 21
“During the year, G Austin, a trustee invoiced the charity for management of the internship programme. Fees of £4,250 (2024 - £200) were payable by the charity, of which £260 was accrued at the year end (2024 - £nil). All transactions were conducted in accordance with the charity's constitution and on an arm's length basis.” — page 15
“Donations totalling £44,504 were received from trustees and other related parties during the year (2024 £70,800).” — page 21
Year-over-year changes
- Reserves position vs the charity's own policy moved from "above" (FY2024) to "within" (FY2025).
Register events
- Received assets from another charity (17/07/2018)
Trustees
- PETER CHITTICKchair
- Andy Sparkes
- Fiona Elizabeth Dunger
- Gabriella Ines Austin
- Pragya Shah-Singha
- ROBERT HOUSE
- Rabindra Singh KC
- Richard White
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/03/2025 | £196k | £274k |
| 31/03/2024 | £330k | £300k |
| 31/03/2023 | £308k | £312k |
| 31/03/2022 | £292k | £273k |
| 31/03/2021 | £107k | £106k |
Common questions
Is STAY AT SCHOOL financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity reported an overall deficit of £77,659 for the year ended 31 March 2025, resulting in unrestricted reserves falling to £80,253 from £198,360 the previous year. The trustees maintain that these reserves are in accordance with their policy to hold sufficient funds to discharge liabilities and ensure ongoing viability. Despite the deficit, the trustees confirm the charity has adequate resources to continue in operational existence for the foreseeable future. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds STAY AT SCHOOL?
Funders whose own accounts filings name STAY AT SCHOOL as a grant recipient include MOONDANCE FOUNDATION, ALLAN AND NESTA FERGUSON CHARITABLE SETTLEMENT, THE COLES-MEDLOCK FOUNDATION, THE VAN NESTE FOUNDATION, INTERNATIONAL BAR ASSOCIATIONS HUMAN RIGHTS INSTITUTE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| MOONDANCE FOUNDATION | FY2022 | £83k | Education |
| MOONDANCE FOUNDATION | FY2023 | £25k | |
| ALLAN AND NESTA FERGUSON CHARITABLE SETTLEMENT | FY2022 | £20k | |
| THE COLES-MEDLOCK FOUNDATION | FY2024 | £10k | |
| THE COLES-MEDLOCK FOUNDATION | FY2025 | £10k | |
| THE VAN NESTE FOUNDATION | FY2022 | £3k | school charity Nepal |
| INTERNATIONAL BAR ASSOCIATIONS HUMAN RIGHTS INSTITUTE TRUST | FY2025 | £-985 | Promoting human rights |
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| THE REECE FOUNDATION | 1 | £90k |
| FUTURES FOR KIDS | 1 | £52k |
| THE 3 TS CHARITABLE TRUST | 1 | £50k |
| THE JOHN HORSEMAN TRUST | 1 | £20k |
| THE ROTHLEY TRUST | 1 | £5k |
Charities like this
- Q. LEARNING NEPAL TRUST CIO
- THE NAYAMBA TRUST
- KIDS IN KATHMANDU NEPAL
- CLASSROOMS IN THE CLOUDS
- CHILD EDUCATION NEPAL UK
- THE NORTHUMBRIAN EDUCATIONAL TRUST LTD
Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STAY AT SCHOOL | £196k | — | 0 | within | — | no doubt |
| Q. LEARNING NEPAL TRUST CIO | £113k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE NAYAMBA TRUST | £49k | — | 0 | within | — | no doubt |
| KIDS IN KATHMANDU NEPAL | £102k | — | 0 | no_policy | 0.0% | no doubt |
| CLASSROOMS IN THE CLOUDS | £284k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| CHILD EDUCATION NEPAL UK | £740k | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |