THE ST ALBANS CATHEDRAL EDUCATION TRUST
The advancement of education for people of all ages, and all religious faiths or none, in particular by promoting the use of the Cathedral and Abbey Church of St Alban and its connections as an educational resource.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the Trust holds total net assets of £1,423,320, with the vast majority (£1,371,604) held in an expendable endowment fund. Free unrestricted reserves are reported at £51,716, which the trustees describe as a relatively small level held to meet operational commitments. The Trust confirms it has sufficient ongoing income and cashflow to meet liabilities as they fall due, with no material uncertainties regarding its ability to continue as a going concern.
What the accounts disclose
Trustees
- KATHRYN BIRSSchair
- Bishop Alan Robert Gillion
- DR MIKE NEWELL
- Dr Banita Lal
- Lucy Deborah Hinchliffe
- Patrick Moriarty
- Professor Quintin McKellar
- RORY TAPNER
- ROSALIND HARDY
- Sylvia Lucy Chong-Tai
- THE VERY REVD JOANNE KELLY-MOORE
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/07/2025 | £48k | £50k |
| 31/07/2024 | £58k | £67k |
| 31/07/2023 | £60k | £56k |
| 31/07/2022 | £44k | £43k |
| 31/07/2021 | £46k | £42k |
Common questions
Is THE ST ALBANS CATHEDRAL EDUCATION TRUST financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the Trust holds total net assets of £1,423,320, with the vast majority (£1,371,604) held in an expendable endowment fund. Free unrestricted reserves are reported at £51,716, which the trustees describe as a relatively small level held to meet operational commitments. The Trust confirms it has sufficient ongoing income and cashflow to meet liabilities as they fall due, with no material uncertainties regarding its ability to continue as a going concern. Its FY2025 accounts were independently examined.
Who funds THE ST ALBANS CATHEDRAL EDUCATION TRUST?
Funders whose own accounts filings name THE ST ALBANS CATHEDRAL EDUCATION TRUST as a grant recipient include WOODCOCK CHARITABLE TRUST.
Known funders
| Funder | Year | Amount | Purpose (as stated by the funder) |
|---|---|---|---|
| WOODCOCK CHARITABLE TRUST | FY2026 | £250 |