--- title: "Portsmouth Down Syndrome Association — check charity number 1147355 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Portsmouth Down Syndrome Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1147355. Education/training charity based in Aspen House. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/portsmouth-down-syndrome-association retrieved: 2026-08-24T20:08:23.112Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Portsmouth Down Syndrome Association is a registered charity (number 1147355) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; the advancement of health or saving of lives; disability. Its latest reported income was £315,228 (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 Portsmouth Down Syndrome Association? Registered charity number 1147355 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Aspen House Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £315,228 Website [www.portsmouthdsa.org](http://www.portsmouthdsa.org/) ## What does Portsmouth Down Syndrome Association do? Portsmouth Down Syndrome Association provides support, advice and educational services for children and their families in South Hampshire. We offer an extensive range of services including early development sessions for preschool children, communication therapy, parent and professional training days and a school outreach service. We also hold social events, drama groups and seasonal parties. ## What causes is Portsmouth Down Syndrome Association registered for? Education/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesDisability ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Portsmouth Down Syndrome Association yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Portsmouth Down Syndrome Association 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=portsmouth-down-syndrome-association&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.portsmouthdsa.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Portsmouth Down Syndrome Association a legitimate charity? Yes. Portsmouth Down Syndrome Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1147355) 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 Portsmouth Down Syndrome Association's charity number? Portsmouth Down Syndrome Association's charity number is 1147355. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1147355? Search 1147355 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 Portsmouth Down Syndrome Association do? Portsmouth Down Syndrome Association provides support, advice and educational services for children and their families in South Hampshire. We offer an extensive range of services including early development sessions for preschool children, communication therapy, parent and professional training days and a school outreach service. We also hold social events, drama groups and seasonal parties. Does Portsmouth Down Syndrome Association have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Portsmouth Down Syndrome Association. 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 Portsmouth Down Syndrome Association? Portsmouth Down Syndrome Association's website is http://www.portsmouthdsa.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/1147355).