--- title: "Reading Youth Orchestra — check charity number 1202139 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Reading Youth Orchestra a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1202139. Education/training charity based in Wokingham. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/reading-youth-orchestra retrieved: 2026-08-23T08:24:35.308Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Reading Youth Orchestra is a registered charity (number 1202139) 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 £12,164 (year ending 2025-07-31). 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 Reading Youth Orchestra? Registered charity number 1202139 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Wokingham Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £12,164 Website [www.readingyouthorchestra.co.uk](http://www.readingyouthorchestra.co.uk/) ## What does Reading Youth Orchestra do? We welcome young musicians to join our orchestra, Through the balanced, programming of repertoire, and the weekly rehearsal of musicians, with professional coaching, we prepare works to a performance standard and provide performance opportunities termly. We do not have a geographic constraint despite being named as in 'Reading' - we welcome members from as far as they are willing to travel. ## What causes is Reading Youth Orchestra registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Reading Youth Orchestra yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Reading Youth Orchestra 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=reading-youth-orchestra&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.readingyouthorchestra.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Reading Youth Orchestra a legitimate charity? Yes. Reading Youth Orchestra is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1202139) 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 Reading Youth Orchestra's charity number? Reading Youth Orchestra's charity number is 1202139. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1202139? Search 1202139 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 Reading Youth Orchestra do? We welcome young musicians to join our orchestra, Through the balanced, programming of repertoire, and the weekly rehearsal of musicians, with professional coaching, we prepare works to a performance standard and provide performance opportunities termly. We do not have a geographic constraint despite being named as in 'Reading' - we welcome members from as far as they are willing to travel. Does Reading Youth Orchestra have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Reading Youth Orchestra. 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 Reading Youth Orchestra? Reading Youth Orchestra's website is http://www.readingyouthorchestra.co.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/1202139).