--- title: "British Academy of Childhood Disability — check charity number 1177868 | CharityCompare" description: "Is British Academy of Childhood Disability a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1177868. The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives 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/british-academy-of-childhood-disability retrieved: 2026-08-19T06:18:25.254Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer British Academy of Childhood Disability is a registered charity (number 1177868) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of health or saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £118,843 (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 British Academy of Childhood Disability? Registered charity number 1177868 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location London Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £118,843 Website [www.bacdis.org.uk](https://www.bacdis.org.uk/) ## What does British Academy of Childhood Disability do? BACD provides a forum for those working in Childhood Disability. We host committee and educational meetings, develop teaching, training and educational materials and support the strategic research group. BACD works closely with voluntary and other organisations, provides technical advice to inform policy and guidance and works to improve the health of children, young people and their families. ## What causes is British Academy of Childhood Disability registered for? The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for British Academy of Childhood Disability yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. British Academy of Childhood Disability 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=british-academy-of-childhood-disability&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.bacdis.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is British Academy of Childhood Disability a legitimate charity? Yes. British Academy of Childhood Disability is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1177868) 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 British Academy of Childhood Disability's charity number? British Academy of Childhood Disability's charity number is 1177868. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1177868? Search 1177868 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 British Academy of Childhood Disability do? BACD provides a forum for those working in Childhood Disability. We host committee and educational meetings, develop teaching, training and educational materials and support the strategic research group. BACD works closely with voluntary and other organisations, provides technical advice to inform policy and guidance and works to improve the health of children, young people and their families. Does British Academy of Childhood Disability have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for British Academy of Childhood Disability. 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 British Academy of Childhood Disability? British Academy of Childhood Disability's website is https://www.bacdis.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/1177868).