--- title: "Friends of Waldegrave — check charity number 297288 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Friends of Waldegrave a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 297288. Education/training charity based in Fifth Cross Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/friends-of-waldegrave retrieved: 2026-08-25T08:30:26.518Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Friends of Waldegrave is a registered charity (number 297288) 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 £29,541 (year ending 2025-09-30). 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 Friends of Waldegrave? Registered charity number 297288 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Fifth Cross Road Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £29,541 Website [www.waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/118/pta](http://www.waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/118/pta) ## What does Friends of Waldegrave do? To advance the education of the pupils of the school by assisting in the provision of facilities for education and fulfilment at the school (not normally provided by the LEA). Alsoa) foster relationships between staff, parents, the wider community and others associated with the School(b) engage in activities that support the school advancing the education and personal development of pupils ## What causes is Friends of Waldegrave registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Friends of Waldegrave yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Friends of Waldegrave 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=friends-of-waldegrave&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/118/pta) ## Frequently asked questions Is Friends of Waldegrave a legitimate charity? Yes. Friends of Waldegrave is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 297288) 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 Friends of Waldegrave's charity number? Friends of Waldegrave's charity number is 297288. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 297288? Search 297288 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 Friends of Waldegrave do? To advance the education of the pupils of the school by assisting in the provision of facilities for education and fulfilment at the school (not normally provided by the LEA). Alsoa) foster relationships between staff, parents, the wider community and others associated with the School(b) engage in activities that support the school advancing the education and personal development of pupils Does Friends of Waldegrave have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Friends of Waldegrave. 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 Friends of Waldegrave? Friends of Waldegrave's website is http://www.waldegrave.richmond.sch.uk/118/pta — 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/297288).