--- title: "Book Clubs in Schools — check charity number 1185409 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Book Clubs in Schools a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1185409. Education/training charity based in London. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/book-clubs-in-schools retrieved: 2026-08-18T22:41:48.443Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Book Clubs in Schools is a registered charity (number 1185409) 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 £92,601 (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 Book Clubs in Schools? Registered charity number 1185409 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location London Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £92,601 Website [www.bookclubsinschools.org](http://www.bookclubsinschools.org/) ## What does Book Clubs in Schools do? To advance the education of children and young people in the UK for the public benefit, giving priority to those pupils who are affected by social and economic disadvantage, by the encouragement of reading and the promotion of literacy skills through the provision of book clubs and related literacy activities. ## What causes is Book Clubs in Schools registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Book Clubs in Schools yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Book Clubs in Schools 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=book-clubs-in-schools&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.bookclubsinschools.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Book Clubs in Schools a legitimate charity? Yes. Book Clubs in Schools is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1185409) 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 Book Clubs in Schools's charity number? Book Clubs in Schools's charity number is 1185409. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1185409? Search 1185409 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 Book Clubs in Schools do? To advance the education of children and young people in the UK for the public benefit, giving priority to those pupils who are affected by social and economic disadvantage, by the encouragement of reading and the promotion of literacy skills through the provision of book clubs and related literacy activities. Does Book Clubs in Schools have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Book Clubs in Schools. 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 Book Clubs in Schools? Book Clubs in Schools's website is http://www.bookclubsinschools.org — 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/1185409).