--- title: "Catholic Education Service — check charity number 313147 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Catholic Education Service a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 313147. Education/training charity based in 39 Eccleston Square. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/catholic-education-service retrieved: 2026-08-18T12:02:48.473Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Catholic Education Service is a registered charity (number 313147) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; religious activities. 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 Catholic Education Service? Registered charity number 313147 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust Location 39 Eccleston Square Website [www.catholiceducation.org.uk](http://www.catholiceducation.org.uk/) ## What does Catholic Education Service do? The CES negotiates, on behalf of all bishops, with Government, and other national bodies on legal, administrative, and religious education matters in order to:promote Catholic interests in education; safeguard Catholic interests in education; contribute to Christian perspectives within educational debate at national levelworks closely with the Department for Catholic Education and Formation. ## What causes is Catholic Education Service registered for? Education/trainingReligious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Catholic Education Service yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Catholic Education Service 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=catholic-education-service&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.catholiceducation.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Catholic Education Service a legitimate charity? Yes. Catholic Education Service is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 313147) 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 Catholic Education Service's charity number? Catholic Education Service's charity number is 313147. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 313147? Search 313147 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 Catholic Education Service do? The CES negotiates, on behalf of all bishops, with Government, and other national bodies on legal, administrative, and religious education matters in order to:promote Catholic interests in education; safeguard Catholic interests in education; contribute to Christian perspectives within educational debate at national levelworks closely with the Department for Catholic Education and Formation. Does Catholic Education Service have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Catholic Education Service. 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 Catholic Education Service? Catholic Education Service's website is http://www.catholiceducation.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/313147).