--- title: "National Association of Youth Theatres — check charity number 1046042 | CharityCompare" description: "Is National Association of Youth Theatres a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1046042. Education/training charity based in Friargate Theatre. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/national-association-of-youth-theatres retrieved: 2026-08-23T02:25:21.291Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer National Association of Youth Theatres is a registered charity (number 1046042) 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 £4,860 (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 National Association of Youth Theatres? Registered charity number 1046042 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Friargate Theatre Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £4,860 Website [www.nayt.org.uk](http://www.nayt.org.uk/) ## What does National Association of Youth Theatres do? To make a positive difference to young people's lives by supporting their participation in and access to excellent youth theatre. NAYT coordinates a national professional development programme offering leadership, support and setting standards of excellence/inclusion.This is delivered via five strands of work: Information and support services, advocacy, training, participation and partnerships. ## What causes is National Association of Youth Theatres registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for National Association of Youth Theatres yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. National Association of Youth Theatres 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=national-association-of-youth-theatres&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.nayt.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is National Association of Youth Theatres a legitimate charity? Yes. National Association of Youth Theatres is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1046042) 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 National Association of Youth Theatres's charity number? National Association of Youth Theatres's charity number is 1046042. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1046042? Search 1046042 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 National Association of Youth Theatres do? To make a positive difference to young people's lives by supporting their participation in and access to excellent youth theatre. NAYT coordinates a national professional development programme offering leadership, support and setting standards of excellence/inclusion.This is delivered via five strands of work: Information and support services, advocacy, training, participation and partnerships. Does National Association of Youth Theatres have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for National Association of Youth Theatres. 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 National Association of Youth Theatres? National Association of Youth Theatres's website is http://www.nayt.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/1046042).