--- title: "Dance Pad — check charity number 1160001 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Dance Pad a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1160001. Education/training charity based in Whitesmith. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/dance-pad retrieved: 2026-08-23T03:56:33.678Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Dance Pad is a registered charity (number 1160001) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science. 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 Dance Pad? Registered charity number 1160001 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Whitesmith Website [www.dancepad.org.uk](http://www.dancepad.org.uk/) ## What does Dance Pad do? Through the provision of creative dance workshops, Dance Pad supports those experiencing homelessness with opportunities to fulfil their potential, developing self-esteem and self-confidence, empowering and inspiring them. ## What causes is Dance Pad registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Dance Pad yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Dance Pad 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=dance-pad&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.dancepad.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Dance Pad a legitimate charity? Yes. Dance Pad is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1160001) 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 Dance Pad's charity number? Dance Pad's charity number is 1160001. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1160001? Search 1160001 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 Dance Pad do? Through the provision of creative dance workshops, Dance Pad supports those experiencing homelessness with opportunities to fulfil their potential, developing self-esteem and self-confidence, empowering and inspiring them. Does Dance Pad have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Dance Pad. 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 Dance Pad? Dance Pad's website is http://www.dancepad.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/1160001).