--- title: "Michael Hardinge's Charity for a School — check charity number 309585 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Michael Hardinge's Charity for a School a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 309585. Education/training charity based in Holly Tree Farm. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/michael-hardinge-s-charity-for-a-school retrieved: 2026-08-24T01:12:07.869Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Michael Hardinge's Charity for a School is a registered charity (number 309585) 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 £37,165 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Michael Hardinge's Charity for a School? Registered charity number 309585 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Holly Tree Farm Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £37,165 Website [themichaelhardingetrust.org](http://themichaelhardingetrust.org/) ## What does Michael Hardinge's Charity for a School do? Promoting the education (including social and physical training) of young persons who have not attained the age of 25 years, who are resident in the parish of Horley and who in the opinion of the trustees are in need of financial assistance. Repair and insurance of the property. ## What causes is Michael Hardinge's Charity for a School registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Michael Hardinge's Charity for a School yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Michael Hardinge's Charity for a School 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=michael-hardinge-s-charity-for-a-school&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://themichaelhardingetrust.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Michael Hardinge's Charity for a School a legitimate charity? Yes. Michael Hardinge's Charity for a School is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 309585) 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 Michael Hardinge's Charity for a School's charity number? Michael Hardinge's Charity for a School's charity number is 309585. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 309585? Search 309585 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 Michael Hardinge's Charity for a School do? Promoting the education (including social and physical training) of young persons who have not attained the age of 25 years, who are resident in the parish of Horley and who in the opinion of the trustees are in need of financial assistance. Repair and insurance of the property. Does Michael Hardinge's Charity for a School have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Michael Hardinge's Charity for a School. 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 Michael Hardinge's Charity for a School? Michael Hardinge's Charity for a School's website is http://themichaelhardingetrust.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/309585).