--- title: "Cranford School — check charity number 280883 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Cranford School a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 280883. Education/training charity based in Moulsford. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/cranford-school retrieved: 2026-08-19T16:47:21.831Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Cranford School is a registered charity (number 280883) 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 £12,719,676 (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 Cranford School? Registered charity number 280883 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Moulsford Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £12,719,676 Website [www.cranfordschool.co.uk](http://www.cranfordschool.co.uk/) ## What does Cranford School do? To promote and provide for the advancement of education of children in the United Kingdom and elsewhere such education designed to give a sound Christian and moral basis to all pupils. ## What causes is Cranford School registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Cranford School yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Cranford School 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=cranford-school&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.cranfordschool.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Cranford School a legitimate charity? Yes. Cranford School is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 280883) 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 Cranford School's charity number? Cranford School's charity number is 280883. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 280883? Search 280883 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 Cranford School do? To promote and provide for the advancement of education of children in the United Kingdom and elsewhere such education designed to give a sound Christian and moral basis to all pupils. Does Cranford School have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Cranford School. 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 Cranford School? Cranford School's website is http://www.cranfordschool.co.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/280883).