--- title: "South Manchester Aos — check charity number 1162025 | CharityCompare" description: "Is South Manchester Aos a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1162025. Education/training charity based in Manchester. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/south-manchester-aos retrieved: 2026-08-25T02:11:58.150Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer South Manchester Aos is a registered charity (number 1162025) 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 £54,728 (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 South Manchester Aos? Registered charity number 1162025 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Manchester Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £54,728 Website [www.smaos.org.uk](http://www.smaos.org.uk/) ## What does South Manchester Aos do? The objects for which the Society is established are :(a) to educate and entertain the public in the dramatic and operatic arts; (b) to further the development of public appreciation and taste in the said arts; and(c) to undertake such other activities which are incidental or complimentary to the above objects together with any other charitable activity. ## What causes is South Manchester Aos registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for South Manchester Aos yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. South Manchester Aos 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=south-manchester-aos&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.smaos.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is South Manchester Aos a legitimate charity? Yes. South Manchester Aos is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1162025) 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 South Manchester Aos's charity number? South Manchester Aos's charity number is 1162025. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1162025? Search 1162025 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 South Manchester Aos do? The objects for which the Society is established are :(a) to educate and entertain the public in the dramatic and operatic arts; (b) to further the development of public appreciation and taste in the said arts; and(c) to undertake such other activities which are incidental or complimentary to the above objects together with any other charitable activity. Does South Manchester Aos have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for South Manchester Aos. 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 South Manchester Aos? South Manchester Aos's website is http://www.smaos.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/1162025).