--- title: "Birkdale School — check charity number 1018973 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Birkdale School a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1018973. Education/training charity based in 4 Oakholme Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/birkdale-school retrieved: 2026-08-18T18:27:59.462Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Birkdale School is a registered charity (number 1018973) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training. Its latest reported income was £12,672,628 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 Birkdale School? Registered charity number 1018973 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location 4 Oakholme Road Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £12,672,628 Website [www.birkdaleschool.org.uk](http://www.birkdaleschool.org.uk/) ## What does Birkdale School do? Independent primary and secondary school ## What causes is Birkdale School registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Birkdale School yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Birkdale School 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. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=birkdale-school&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.birkdaleschool.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Birkdale School a legitimate charity? Yes. Birkdale School is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1018973) 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 Birkdale School's charity number? Birkdale School's charity number is 1018973. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1018973? Search 1018973 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 Birkdale School do? Independent primary and secondary school Does Birkdale School have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Birkdale School. 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 Birkdale School? Birkdale School's website is http://www.birkdaleschool.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/1018973).