THE BOLINGBROKE TRUST
The Bolingbroke Trust is a registered charity whose purpose is to develop and enhance life at school and improve outcomes for the pupils and staff of Ark Bolingbroke Academy in Wandsworth. We do this by providing volunteer support and raising funds for enriching activities, well-being, financial support, provision and improvement of facilities.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity had its most successful fundraising year ever, raising £84,524 against total payments of £80,469. The trustees report that unrestricted cash reserves stood at £62,351 at year-end, which is significantly above their stated minimum policy target of £2,000 for emergency spend requirements.
What the accounts disclose
“At the end of the year, the Trust needs to have £2k minimum in cash reserves for any emergency spend requirements.” — page 5
Trustees
- Catherine Victoria McLean Davieschair
- Christelle Renee Jeanine Stopford
- Laetitia Anstee-Parry
- Naomi Thorley
- Tanya Rayln Drummond
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/08/2025 | £85k | £80k |
| 31/08/2024 | £93k | £41k |
| 31/08/2023 | £44k | £26k |
| 31/08/2022 | £60k | £49k |
| 31/08/2021 | £37k | £41k |
Common questions
Is THE BOLINGBROKE TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity had its most successful fundraising year ever, raising £84,524 against total payments of £80,469. The trustees report that unrestricted cash reserves stood at £62,351 at year-end, which is significantly above their stated minimum policy target of £2,000 for emergency spend requirements. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.