--- title: "Child First (UK) — check charity number 1132597 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Child First (UK) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1132597. General Charitable Purposes charity based in South Woodford. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/child-first-uk retrieved: 2026-08-18T23:21:45.703Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Child First (UK) is a registered charity (number 1132597) 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 £52,530 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Child First (UK)? Registered charity number 1132597 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location South Woodford Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £52,530 Website [www.childfirstuk.org](http://www.childfirstuk.org/) ## What does Child First (UK) do? The principal activity of the charity is that of the provision of assiatance and support for children affected by poverty,natural disaster,war and any other reason. ## What causes is Child First (UK) registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Child First (UK) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Child First (UK) 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=child-first-uk&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.childfirstuk.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Child First (UK) a legitimate charity? Yes. Child First (UK) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1132597) 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 Child First (UK)'s charity number? Child First (UK)'s charity number is 1132597. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1132597? Search 1132597 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 Child First (UK) do? The principal activity of the charity is that of the provision of assiatance and support for children affected by poverty,natural disaster,war and any other reason. Does Child First (UK) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Child First (UK). 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 Child First (UK)? Child First (UK)'s website is http://www.childfirstuk.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/1132597).