--- title: "English- Speaking Union of the Commonwealth — check charity number 273136 | CharityCompare" description: "Is English- Speaking Union of the Commonwealth a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 273136. Education/training charity based in 37 Charles Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/english-speaking-union-of-the-commonwealth retrieved: 2026-08-24T02:52:31.029Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer English- Speaking Union of the Commonwealth is a registered charity (number 273136) 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. Its latest reported income was £2,589,501 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 English- Speaking Union of the Commonwealth? Registered charity number 273136 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location 37 Charles Street Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £2,589,501 Website [www.esu.org](http://www.esu.org/) ## What does English- Speaking Union of the Commonwealth do? The promotion of good communication in the English language through public speaking and debate; running educational programmes; initiating and administering scholarships; youth and academic exchanges. The charity focuses on oracy development in schools, promoting social equality and international understanding and facilitates and assists in the establishment of independent ESUs worldwide. ## What causes is English- Speaking Union of the Commonwealth registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for English- Speaking Union of the Commonwealth yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. English- Speaking Union of the Commonwealth 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=english-speaking-union-of-the-commonwealth&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.esu.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is English- Speaking Union of the Commonwealth a legitimate charity? Yes. English- Speaking Union of the Commonwealth is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 273136) 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 English- Speaking Union of the Commonwealth's charity number? English- Speaking Union of the Commonwealth's charity number is 273136. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 273136? Search 273136 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 English- Speaking Union of the Commonwealth do? The promotion of good communication in the English language through public speaking and debate; running educational programmes; initiating and administering scholarships; youth and academic exchanges. The charity focuses on oracy development in schools, promoting social equality and international understanding and facilitates and assists in the establishment of independent ESUs worldwide. Does English- Speaking Union of the Commonwealth have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for English- Speaking Union of the Commonwealth. 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 English- Speaking Union of the Commonwealth? English- Speaking Union of the Commonwealth's website is http://www.esu.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/273136).