The Ashford School Foundation

The Ashford School Foundation (Charity number 1165474) is a United Kingdom-based charitable incorporated organisation dedicated to advancing education at Ashford School, Kent. Established in 2016, the Foundation supports the school’s mission by providing funding, assistance, and resources aimed at enhancing educational opportunities and facilities for students[2][4].

Purpose and Activities

The principal aim of the Ashford School Foundation is to advance education for the public benefit through financial support and grants. It focuses on:

• Providing means-tested bursaries to enable students from diverse financial backgrounds to access the school's education.
• Funding facility enhancements and investments in state-of-the-art resources and technology to foster a stimulating and inspiring learning environment.
• Supporting innovative educational programmes that empower teachers and enrich the student experience[1][3][4].

The Foundation operates primarily through grant-making to individuals and organisations that contribute to the education and development of children and young people at Ashford School in Kent[4].

Governance and Structure

The Foundation is governed by a board of six trustees who oversee its strategic direction and financial management. The organisation adheres to rigorous policies including those on conflicts of interest, financial reserves, internal financial controls, and investment of charity funds[4]. No trustees receive remuneration or benefits from the charity, ensuring governance integrity[4].

Financial Overview

For the financial year ending 31 August 2023, the Ashford School Foundation reported a total income of £35,305 against expenditures of £78,248. The Foundation does not own or lease land or property and has no trading subsidiaries[4].

Community Involvement and Support

The Foundation relies on the generosity of the Ashford School community and supporters to realize its goals, as the school does not have a historic endowment. Donations and volunteer efforts are encouraged to sustain bursaries, facility improvements, and educational initiatives. The Foundation promotes active engagement to ensure the long-term academic excellence of Ashford School and broaden access to high-quality education for future generations[1][3].

This article reflects information current as of April 2025.

[1] https://www.ashfordschool.co.uk/about-us/development/support-us/ [2] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/5075197 [3] https://www.ashfordschool.co.uk/about-us/development/ [4] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/sector-data/top-10-charities/-/charity-details/5075197/full-print [5] https://find-and-update.company-information.service.gov.uk/company/CE005358