--- title: "Independent Governor Support — check charity number 1200927 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Independent Governor Support a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1200927. Education/training charity based in Laughton Common. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/independent-governor-support retrieved: 2026-08-23T05:24:25.376Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Independent Governor Support is a registered charity (number 1200927) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training. 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 Independent Governor Support? Registered charity number 1200927 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Laughton Common Website [www.independentgovernor.com](https://www.independentgovernor.com/) ## What does Independent Governor Support do? Independent Governor Support (or IGovS) provides free support, mentoring and coaching to Chairs of Governors or Trustees. These activities are requested via our website https://www.independentgovernor.com/ and are largely provided remotely. ## What causes is Independent Governor Support registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Independent Governor Support yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Independent Governor Support 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=independent-governor-support&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.independentgovernor.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Independent Governor Support a legitimate charity? Yes. Independent Governor Support is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1200927) 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 Independent Governor Support's charity number? Independent Governor Support's charity number is 1200927. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1200927? Search 1200927 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 Independent Governor Support do? Independent Governor Support (or IGovS) provides free support, mentoring and coaching to Chairs of Governors or Trustees. These activities are requested via our website https://www.independentgovernor.com/ and are largely provided remotely. Does Independent Governor Support have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Independent Governor Support. 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 Independent Governor Support? Independent Governor Support's website is https://www.independentgovernor.com — 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/1200927).