--- title: "Roots of Empathy UK — check charity number 1170754 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Roots of Empathy UK a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1170754. Education/training charity based in Based at: Oxford House. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/roots-of-empathy-uk retrieved: 2026-08-24T08:36:25.213Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Roots of Empathy UK is a registered charity (number 1170754) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; economic/community development/employment. Its latest reported income was £52,280 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 Roots of Empathy UK? Registered charity number 1170754 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Based at: Oxford House Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £52,280 Website [www.rootsofempathy.org](http://www.rootsofempathy.org/) ## What does Roots of Empathy UK do? Roots of Empathy UK delivers an evidence-based classroom programme to children in primary school that has shown significant effect in reducing levels of aggression and bullying among children while raising social/emotional competence and increasing empathy. Through participation in the program, students get a deeper understanding of themselves and others building inclusion. ## What causes is Roots of Empathy UK registered for? Education/trainingEconomic/community Development/employment ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Roots of Empathy UK yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Roots of Empathy UK 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=roots-of-empathy-uk&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.rootsofempathy.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Roots of Empathy UK a legitimate charity? Yes. Roots of Empathy UK is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1170754) 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 Roots of Empathy UK's charity number? Roots of Empathy UK's charity number is 1170754. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1170754? Search 1170754 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 Roots of Empathy UK do? Roots of Empathy UK delivers an evidence-based classroom programme to children in primary school that has shown significant effect in reducing levels of aggression and bullying among children while raising social/emotional competence and increasing empathy. Through participation in the program, students get a deeper understanding of themselves and others building inclusion. Does Roots of Empathy UK have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Roots of Empathy UK. 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 Roots of Empathy UK? Roots of Empathy UK's website is http://www.rootsofempathy.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/1170754).