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title: "Academy of Social Sciences — check charity number 1088537 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Academy of Social Sciences a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1088537. Education/training charity based in 5th Floor. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/academy-of-social-sciences
retrieved: 2026-08-18T05:21:17.306Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Academy of Social Sciences is a registered charity (number 1088537) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £774,945 (year ending 2024-12-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available.

## What are the key facts about Academy of Social Sciences?

Registered charity number

1088537

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Charitable company

Location

5th Floor

Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31)

£774,945

Website

[www.acss.org.uk](http://www.acss.org.uk/)

## What does Academy of Social Sciences do?

The voice of the social sciences in the UK for the public benefit. We exist to promote the social sciences in the UK for the public benefit. We share knowledge and understanding of the social sciences and how they benefit society; we encourage evidence-led social science input to policy; and we recognise excellence through the award of Fellowship.

## What causes is Academy of Social Sciences registered for?

Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Academy of Social Sciences yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Academy of Social Sciences is on the official
register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so
we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough
filing data exists — never by payment.
[How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology)

## Is this your charity?

Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly.
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## Frequently asked questions

Is Academy of Social Sciences a legitimate charity?

Yes. Academy of Social Sciences is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1088537) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating.

What is Academy of Social Sciences's charity number?

Academy of Social Sciences's charity number is 1088537. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1088537?

Search 1088537 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers.

What does Academy of Social Sciences do?

The voice of the social sciences in the UK for the public benefit. We exist to promote the social sciences in the UK for the public benefit. We share knowledge and understanding of the social sciences and how they benefit society; we encourage evidence-led social science input to policy; and we recognise excellence through the award of Fellowship.

Does Academy of Social Sciences have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Academy of Social Sciences. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate.

How can I donate to Academy of Social Sciences?

Academy of Social Sciences's website is http://www.acss.org.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations.

Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31,
used under the
[Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/).
Always verify current details on the
[official register entry](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1088537).