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The Craven School Foundation is a registered charity in England & Wales. Its register classifications include education/training, the prevention or relief of poverty, religious activities.
The Craven School Foundation (number 529644) is listed as registered in the Charity Commission snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.
What does The Craven School Foundation do?
Ensure that the Burnsall School is continued and remains true to the vision of its founder Sir William Craven.Uphold the religious (Christian) character of the school as set out in the statutes of 1605.Maintain the school premises and contribute to capital projects. Help needy pupils.Appoint Foundation Governors in accordance with the UWPF Instrument of Government.
Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.
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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for The Craven School Foundation
Answers The Craven School Foundation gave in its annual return to the Charity Commission, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.
Can I claim Gift Aid, and are the trustees paid?
The register does not record The Craven School Foundation as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid. Ask the charity before assuming a donation can be Gift Aided.
Registration details
Registered as a charity
Also known as
Burnsall School Account
Previous names on the register
The Craven School
Where it says it operates
North Yorkshire
Who it supports and how it works
Reported beneficiaries: Children/young People.
Reported activities: Makes Grants To Individuals; Provides Other Finance; Provides Buildings/facilities/open Space; Acts As An Umbrella Or Resource Body.
Classifications supplied to the register; extract 2026-10-04. These broad categories do not establish eligibility or current capacity. Use the official contact details to ask about access, referrals and service area.
What causes is The Craven School Foundation registered for?
Education/trainingThe Prevention Or Relief Of PovertyReligious Activities
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Is The Craven School Foundation a legitimate charity?
The register data used for this profile lists The Craven School Foundation as a registered charity (number 529644) with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is The Craven School Foundation's charity number?
The Craven School Foundation's charity number is 529644. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
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What does The Craven School Foundation do?
Ensure that the Burnsall School is continued and remains true to the vision of its founder Sir William Craven.Uphold the religious (Christian) character of the school as set out in the statutes of 1605.Maintain the school premises and contribute to capital projects. Help needy pupils.Appoint Foundation Governors in accordance with the UWPF Instrument of Government.
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How can I donate to The Craven School Foundation?
The Craven School Foundation's website listed in our register data is http://cravenschoolfoundation.org.uk. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.
Can I claim Gift Aid on a donation to The Craven School Foundation?
The register does not record The Craven School Foundation as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid. Ask the charity before assuming a donation can be Gift Aided.
What was The Craven School Foundation previously called?
The register lists this previous name for The Craven School Foundation: The Craven School.
When was The Craven School Foundation registered as a charity?
The Craven School Foundation was entered on the register on 23 September 1963.