--- title: "Institute of British Sign Language — check charity number 1163674 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Institute of British Sign Language a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1163674. Education/training charity based in Chorley. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/institute-of-british-sign-language retrieved: 2026-08-23T08:28:20.177Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Institute of British Sign Language is a registered charity (number 1163674) 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 £150,183 (year ending 2021-07-31). 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 Institute of British Sign Language? Registered charity number 1163674 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Chorley Latest income (year ending 2021-07-31) £150,183 Website [www.ibsl.org.uk](http://www.ibsl.org.uk/) ## What does Institute of British Sign Language do? IBSL provide a range of qualifications in British Sign Language (BSL) and Deaf Studies that meet the needs of learners of all ages and abilities. ## What causes is Institute of British Sign Language registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Institute of British Sign Language yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Institute of British Sign Language 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=institute-of-british-sign-language&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.ibsl.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Institute of British Sign Language a legitimate charity? Yes. Institute of British Sign Language is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1163674) 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 Institute of British Sign Language's charity number? Institute of British Sign Language's charity number is 1163674. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1163674? Search 1163674 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 Institute of British Sign Language do? IBSL provide a range of qualifications in British Sign Language (BSL) and Deaf Studies that meet the needs of learners of all ages and abilities. Does Institute of British Sign Language have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Institute of British Sign Language. 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 Institute of British Sign Language? Institute of British Sign Language's website is http://www.ibsl.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/1163674).