--- title: "St Bede's School Trust Sussex — check charity number 278950 | CharityCompare" description: "Is St Bede's School Trust Sussex a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 278950. Education/training charity based in Upper Dicker. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/st-bede-s-school-trust-sussex retrieved: 2026-08-19T09:11:20.904Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer St Bede's School Trust Sussex is a registered charity (number 278950) 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 £36,196,000 (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 St Bede's School Trust Sussex? Registered charity number 278950 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Upper Dicker Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £36,196,000 Website [www.bedes.org](http://www.bedes.org/) ## What does St Bede's School Trust Sussex do? To promote and provide for the advancement of education of children and young persons. ## What causes is St Bede's School Trust Sussex registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for St Bede's School Trust Sussex yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. St Bede's School Trust Sussex 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=st-bede-s-school-trust-sussex&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.bedes.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is St Bede's School Trust Sussex a legitimate charity? Yes. St Bede's School Trust Sussex is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 278950) 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 St Bede's School Trust Sussex's charity number? St Bede's School Trust Sussex's charity number is 278950. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 278950? Search 278950 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 St Bede's School Trust Sussex do? To promote and provide for the advancement of education of children and young persons. Does St Bede's School Trust Sussex have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for St Bede's School Trust Sussex. 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 St Bede's School Trust Sussex? St Bede's School Trust Sussex's website is http://www.bedes.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/278950).