Is William Henry Smith Foundation a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists William Henry Smith Foundation as a registered charity (number 1205849) 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 William Henry Smith Foundation's charity number?

William Henry Smith Foundation's charity number is 1205849. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1205849?

Search 1205849 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.

Does William Henry Smith Foundation have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for William Henry Smith Foundation. 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 William Henry Smith Foundation?

William Henry Smith Foundation's website listed in our register data is https://whsschool.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.

What was William Henry Smith Foundation previously called?

The register lists these previous names for William Henry Smith Foundation: The Smith Foundation; The William Henry Smith Foundation.

When was William Henry Smith Foundation registered as a charity?

William Henry Smith Foundation was entered on the register on 22 November 2023. It is also a company registered at Companies House (company number 14769740).

Registered charity · No. 1205849Charitable company

William Henry Smith Foundation

Independent profile · Charity Commission for England and Wales data

William Henry Smith Foundation is a registered charity in England & Wales. Its register classifications include education/training.

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What are the key facts about William Henry Smith Foundation?

Reported income · year ending 2025-08-31: £0
Reported spending · year ending 2025-08-31: £0
Registered charity number: 1205849
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Charitable company
Register contact address detail (not service area): Boothroyd Lane
Registered for Gift Aid (HMRC): Not recorded
Website: whsschool.org.uk

Quick answer

William Henry Smith Foundation (number 1205849) 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 William Henry Smith Foundation do?

To promote the education and general welfare of children with special educational needs.

Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.

From the annual return

Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for William Henry Smith Foundation

Answers William Henry Smith 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 William Henry Smith 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: 22 November 2023
Company number: 14769740 (Companies House)
Also known as: The William Henry Smith School and Sixth Form
Previous names on the register: The Smith Foundation; The William Henry Smith Foundation
Where it says it operates: Throughout England

Who it supports and how it works

Reported beneficiaries: Children/young People.

Reported activities: Provides Buildings/facilities/open Space; Provides Services; Provides Advocacy/advice/information.

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 William Henry Smith Foundation registered for?

Education/training

Why is there no Clarity Score for William Henry Smith Foundation yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score William Henry Smith Foundation. An unrated profile is a gap in our assessment, not a negative judgement about the charity. The register facts and available annual-return disclosures above remain useful. Payment never influences a rating. How scoring works

What should you check before donating to William Henry Smith Foundation?

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Frequently asked questions

Is William Henry Smith Foundation a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists William Henry Smith Foundation as a registered charity (number 1205849) 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 William Henry Smith Foundation's charity number?: William Henry Smith Foundation's charity number is 1205849. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 1205849?: Search 1205849 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 William Henry Smith Foundation do?: To promote the education and general welfare of children with special educational needs.
Does William Henry Smith Foundation have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for William Henry Smith Foundation. 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 William Henry Smith Foundation?: William Henry Smith Foundation's website listed in our register data is https://whsschool.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 William Henry Smith Foundation?: The register does not record William Henry Smith Foundation as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid. Ask the charity before assuming a donation can be Gift Aided.
What was William Henry Smith Foundation previously called?: The register lists these previous names for William Henry Smith Foundation: The Smith Foundation; The William Henry Smith Foundation.
When was William Henry Smith Foundation registered as a charity?: William Henry Smith Foundation was entered on the register on 22 November 2023. It is also a company registered at Companies House (company number 14769740).

Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-10-04, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.