--- title: "Methodist Independent Schools Trust — check charity number 1142794 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Methodist Independent Schools Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1142794. 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/methodist-independent-schools-trust retrieved: 2026-08-18T19:06:10.671Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Methodist Independent Schools Trust is a registered charity (number 1142794) 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; religious activities. Its latest reported income was £118,194,000 (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 Methodist Independent Schools Trust? Registered charity number 1142794 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location London Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £118,194,000 Website [www.methodistschools.org.uk](http://www.methodistschools.org.uk/) ## What does Methodist Independent Schools Trust do? The Methodist Church is engaged in education as part of its Christian mission in the world. Its schools will seek to extend the Methodist ethos and character and contribute to diversity in education. ## What causes is Methodist Independent Schools Trust registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingReligious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Methodist Independent Schools Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Methodist Independent Schools Trust 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=methodist-independent-schools-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.methodistschools.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Methodist Independent Schools Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Methodist Independent Schools Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1142794) 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 Methodist Independent Schools Trust's charity number? Methodist Independent Schools Trust's charity number is 1142794. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1142794? Search 1142794 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 Methodist Independent Schools Trust do? The Methodist Church is engaged in education as part of its Christian mission in the world. Its schools will seek to extend the Methodist ethos and character and contribute to diversity in education. Does Methodist Independent Schools Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Methodist Independent Schools Trust. 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 Methodist Independent Schools Trust? Methodist Independent Schools Trust's website is http://www.methodistschools.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/1142794).