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Trust / foundation · Charity no. 1198781
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Foundation for Educational Excellence UK is a charity registered in England and Wales under number 1198781. The Charity Commission register lists its area of operation as England and Wales, Nigeria, Northern Ireland and Scotland. The register describes its activities as: “The objects of the CIO are to advance education for the public benefit by improving standards of education for children aged 3 to 15 years.” Its charitable objects are: “The objects of the CIO are to advance education for the public benefit by improving standards of education for children aged 3 to 15 years in Nigeria and the United Kingdom, in particular but not exclusively by:(a) Making grants to the foundation for educational Excellence in Nigeria or, at the trustees' discretion…” In the year to 31 Mar 2025 it reported income of £2,780 and spending of £1,351.
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Latest income
£2,780
Latest spending
£1,351
- What it funds
- Education / training
- Who it helps
- Children / young people
- How it gives
- Makes grants to organisationsActs as an umbrella or resource body
| Year ending | Income | Spending |
|---|---|---|
| 31 Mar 2025 | £2,780 | £1,351 |
| 31 Mar 2024 | £970 | £2,499 |
| 31 Mar 2023 | £1,600 | £1,186 |
Charitable objects
The objects of the CIO are to advance education for the public benefit by improving standards of education for children aged 3 to 15 years in Nigeria and the United Kingdom, in particular but not exclusively by:(a) Making grants to the foundation for educational Excellence in Nigeria or, at the trustees' discretion, to other charities and non-governmental organisations whose purpose is to improve standards of education;(b) Improving or assisting in the improvement of the quality of teacher training;(c) Improving or assisting in the improvement of teaching methods within schools;(d) Contributing to the development of curriculum subjects for children aged from 3 to 15 years that will promote critical thinking and other skills that will enable them to participate in society as mature and responsible individuals.nothing in this constitution shall authorise an application of the property of the CIO for purposes which are not charitable in accordance with section 7 of the charities and trustee investment (Scotland) act 2005 and section 2 of the Charities Act (Northern Ireland) 2008.
Where it operates
Throughout England and Wales, Nigeria, Northern Ireland, Scotland
- Trustees
- 4
What Foundation for Educational Excellence UK funds
Foundation for Educational Excellence UK is registered under the Charity Commission purposes education / training for children / young people; the register records that it makes grants to organisations and acts as an umbrella or resource body. Over its last 3 reported years, to 31 Mar 2025, it spent £5,036 in total.
How to apply to Foundation for Educational Excellence UK
OpenGrant has not found an open scheme from Foundation for Educational Excellence UK in its sources (last checked 4 Nov 2026). It may fund by invitation only, or through programmes that OpenGrant's sources do not cover. OpenGrant does not take applications; always check the funder's own guidance.
Questions about Foundation for Educational Excellence UK
Is Foundation for Educational Excellence UK open for applications now?
Not in OpenGrant's sources as of 4 Nov 2026: no open or forthcoming scheme from Foundation for Educational Excellence UK is listed. Check the funder's website for programmes that are not yet open or that it does not advertise.
Where does Foundation for Educational Excellence UK fund?
The Charity Commission register lists its area of operation as England and Wales, Nigeria, Northern Ireland and Scotland.
Does Foundation for Educational Excellence UK give grants to individuals?
The Charity Commission register records that Foundation for Educational Excellence UK makes grants to organisations, not that it makes grants to individuals.
How much does Foundation for Educational Excellence UK give each year?
The register does not break out Foundation for Educational Excellence UK's grants for its latest year (only charities with income over £500,000 file that detail). Its total spending in the year to 31 Mar 2025 was £1,351. Over its last 3 reported years its spending averaged £1,679 a year.
How large is Foundation for Educational Excellence UK?
In its latest reported year Foundation for Educational Excellence UK reported income of £2,780 and spending of £1,351.
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