--- title: "British Education & Support Trust (B.e.s.t.) — check charity number 1014888 | CharityCompare" description: "Is British Education & Support Trust (B.e.s.t.) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1014888. General Charitable Purposes 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-education-support-trust-b-e-s-t retrieved: 2026-08-19T06:16:10.243Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer British Education & Support Trust (B.e.s.t.) is a registered charity (number 1014888) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; education/training; the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £50,303 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Education & Support Trust (B.e.s.t.)? Registered charity number 1014888 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location London Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £50,303 Website [www.bestuk.org](http://www.bestuk.org/) ## What does British Education & Support Trust (B.e.s.t.) do? Advance education & religion in accordance with the tenets & doctrines of Islamic Faith contained in Quran & Sunnah in particular by providing or assisting in provision of courses, lectures,seminars & classes; Relieve poverty by providing or assisting in the provision of financial assistance to the poor; Advance charitable purpose/s as the managing committee or the society shall decide. ## What causes is British Education & Support Trust (B.e.s.t.) registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for British Education & Support Trust (B.e.s.t.) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. British Education & Support Trust (B.e.s.t.) 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-education-support-trust-b-e-s-t&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.bestuk.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is British Education & Support Trust (B.e.s.t.) a legitimate charity? Yes. British Education & Support Trust (B.e.s.t.) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1014888) 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 Education & Support Trust (B.e.s.t.)'s charity number? British Education & Support Trust (B.e.s.t.)'s charity number is 1014888. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1014888? Search 1014888 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 Education & Support Trust (B.e.s.t.) do? Advance education & religion in accordance with the tenets & doctrines of Islamic Faith contained in Quran & Sunnah in particular by providing or assisting in provision of courses, lectures,seminars & classes; Relieve poverty by providing or assisting in the provision of financial assistance to the poor; Advance charitable purpose/s as the managing committee or the society shall decide. Does British Education & Support Trust (B.e.s.t.) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for British Education & Support Trust (B.e.s.t.). 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 Education & Support Trust (B.e.s.t.)? British Education & Support Trust (B.e.s.t.)'s website is http://www.bestuk.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/1014888).