--- title: "Open University Psychological Society — check charity number 282744 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Open University Psychological Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 282744. Education/training charity based in Watford. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/open-university-psychological-society retrieved: 2026-08-23T11:28:16.577Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Open University Psychological Society is a registered charity (number 282744) 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 £56,278 (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 Open University Psychological Society? Registered charity number 282744 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Watford Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £56,278 Website [www.oups.org.uk](http://www.oups.org.uk/) ## What does Open University Psychological Society do? The principal activity of the society and its objective is the promotion and teaching of psychology to current and past Open University Psychology students and members of the general public. In order to achieve this the society holds a variety of weekend and day events covering a wide range of psychological topics, at various locations across Great Britain. ## What causes is Open University Psychological Society registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Open University Psychological Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Open University Psychological Society 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=open-university-psychological-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.oups.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Open University Psychological Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Open University Psychological Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 282744) 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 Open University Psychological Society's charity number? Open University Psychological Society's charity number is 282744. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 282744? Search 282744 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 Open University Psychological Society do? The principal activity of the society and its objective is the promotion and teaching of psychology to current and past Open University Psychology students and members of the general public. In order to achieve this the society holds a variety of weekend and day events covering a wide range of psychological topics, at various locations across Great Britain. Does Open University Psychological Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Open University Psychological Society. 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 Open University Psychological Society? Open University Psychological Society's website is http://www.oups.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/282744).