--- title: "Sandwell Valley School — check charity number 1172272 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Sandwell Valley School a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1172272. Education/training charity based in 150 Birmingham Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/sandwell-valley-school retrieved: 2026-08-23T04:55:29.803Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Sandwell Valley School is a registered charity (number 1172272) 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 £1,435,732 (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 Sandwell Valley School? Registered charity number 1172272 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location 150 Birmingham Road Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £1,435,732 Website [www.sandwellvalleyschool.com](https://www.sandwellvalleyschool.com/) ## What does Sandwell Valley School do? The Charity's is restricted specifically, and only for the public benefit, to promote and advance the education of people under the age of 25 years in Sandwell and surrounding areas ## What causes is Sandwell Valley School registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Sandwell Valley School yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Sandwell Valley School 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=sandwell-valley-school&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.sandwellvalleyschool.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Sandwell Valley School a legitimate charity? Yes. Sandwell Valley School is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1172272) 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 Sandwell Valley School's charity number? Sandwell Valley School's charity number is 1172272. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1172272? Search 1172272 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 Sandwell Valley School do? The Charity's is restricted specifically, and only for the public benefit, to promote and advance the education of people under the age of 25 years in Sandwell and surrounding areas Does Sandwell Valley School have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Sandwell Valley School. 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 Sandwell Valley School? Sandwell Valley School's website is https://www.sandwellvalleyschool.com/ — 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/1172272).