EVERSFIELD PREPARATORY SCHOOL TRUST LIMITED
Our aim is to provide a first class education to children from the age of 'rising' 3 - 11 preparing them for entry to senior schools. We offer financial assistance to some families. We provide opportunities during term time for fee paying pupils and other children to use our expert staff and facilities to further their skills and experiences.
Financial health, per its FY2025 accounts
The accounts state that the charity achieved a net surplus of £347,425 for the year ended 31 July 2025, resulting in total net assets of £5,998,781. The trustees report that unrestricted funds are in a positive position, excluding fixed assets used for the school, and the organization maintains a cash position of £2,033,425. While noting uncertainty regarding the impact of VAT on school fees, the trustees remain committed to generating surpluses to protect the school's future.
What the accounts disclose
“The number of employees paid emoluments within the range of £120,000 to £129,999 was 1 (2024:nil)” — page 21
“The number of employees paid emoluments greater than £60,000 was 6 (2024: 4).” — page 21
“Fee income Educational 3,788,312” — page 20
Year-over-year changes
- Top pay band moved from £100,000 - £109,999 (FY2024) to £120,001 - £130,000 (FY2025).
- Employees paid over £60,000: 4 (FY2024) → 6 (FY2025).
Corporate structure
- Registered company of the charity Companies House 00601727
What the charity says about itself
“We are fortunate to have a talented and dedicated team of professional coaches and tutors who deliver a rich variety of over 45 lunchtime and after school clubs.”
“Curriculum activities in the Early Years Foundation Stage are designed to help pupils’ communication, literacy and mathematical skills flourish. Termly topics that integrate DT, science, history, geography, computing and RE develop their understanding of the world.”
“Additionally, two Head Prefects and four House Captains are appointed each year to take the lead on activities and events across the school and to act as excellent role models for all pupils.”
“We also have a full-time school nurse who attends to the inevitable medical issues that arise and is a primary point of contact for families whose children may have specific health needs.”
Leadership, per the charity’s website
- Mr Robert A Yates — Headmaster
Company officers (Companies House)
- SCAGELL, Jason Andrew on trustee list
- MCKENNING, Anne Elizabeth on trustee list
- BURDETT, Thomas on trustee list
- DACRE, Jacqueline Marie on trustee list
- PERRY, Anthony on trustee list
- THOMSON, Richard Matthew Hamilton on trustee list
- SCOTT, Penelope Jane on trustee list
- BRAIN, Timothy John, Dr not on trustee list
- SHAW, John Clifford Barratt on trustee list
- WEBB, Jemma Claire
Property (HM Land Registry)
Structured financials (annual return, FY ending 31/07/2025)
Trustees
- DR TIMOTHY JOHN BRAIN OBE QPMchair
- Anne Elizabeth McKenning
- Anthony Perry
- Derek Paul Adamson
- Jacqueline Dacre
- Jason Andrew Scagell
- John Shaw
- Penelope Jane Scott
- Richard Matthew Hamilton Thomson
- Thomas Burdett
Income and spending
| Financial year end | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31/07/2025 | £4.4m | £4.1m |
| 31/07/2024 | £4.3m | £3.9m |
| 31/07/2023 | £3.8m | £3.5m |
| 31/07/2022 | £3.6m | £3.2m |
| 31/07/2021 | £3.3m | £3.0m |
Common questions
Is EVERSFIELD PREPARATORY SCHOOL TRUST LIMITED financially healthy?
Per its FY2025 accounts: The accounts state that the charity achieved a net surplus of £347,425 for the year ended 31 July 2025, resulting in total net assets of £5,998,781. The trustees report that unrestricted funds are in a positive position, excluding fixed assets used for the school, and the organization maintains a cash position of £2,033,425. While noting uncertainty regarding the impact of VAT on school fees, the trustees remain committed to generating surpluses to protect the school's future. Its FY2025 accounts were audited by Thomas & Young Limited.
What does the highest-paid employee of EVERSFIELD PREPARATORY SCHOOL TRUST LIMITED earn?
Per its FY2025 accounts, the highest-paid employee was in the £120,001 - £130,000 band, and 6 employees earned over £60,000.
Funders of similar charities
| Funder | Similar charities funded | Amount to them |
|---|---|---|
| THE REECE FOUNDATION | 1 | £90k |
| THE ROTHLEY TRUST | 1 | £5k |
Charities like this
- HALLFIELD SCHOOL TRUST
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- CASTLE HOUSE SCHOOL TRUST LIMITED
- THE NEWCASTLE PREPARATORY SCHOOL TRUST LIMITED
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Side by side with its peers
| Charity | Income | Top pay band | Staff >£60k | Reserves vs policy | Fundraising cost | Going concern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EVERSFIELD PREPARATORY SCHOOL TRUST LIMITED | £4.4m | £120,001 - £130,000 | 6 | unclear | — | no doubt |
| HALLFIELD SCHOOL TRUST | £7.8m | £150,001 - £160,000 | — | below | — | no doubt |
| YORK HOUSE SCHOOL TRUST LIMITED | £6.1m | — | — | above | — | no doubt |
| CASTLE HOUSE SCHOOL TRUST LIMITED | £1.4m | — | — | unclear | — | no doubt |
| THE NEWCASTLE PREPARATORY SCHOOL TRUST LIMITED | £3.5m | — | — | unclear | — | no doubt |
| ERMINE EDUCATION TRUST | £3.1m | — | 0 | unclear | — | no doubt |