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title: "Stepping Stones Ds — check charity number 1182787 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Stepping Stones Ds a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1182787. Disability charity based in Sentinel House. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/stepping-stones-ds
retrieved: 2026-08-25T23:59:22.167Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Stepping Stones Ds is a registered charity (number 1182787) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: disability. Its latest reported income was £179,649 (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 Stepping Stones Ds?

Registered charity number

1182787

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

CIO

Location

Sentinel House

Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31)

£179,649

Website

[www.steppingstonesds.co.uk](http://www.steppingstonesds.co.uk/)

## What does Stepping Stones Ds do?

Stepping Stones DS supports children and young people with Down Syndrome in North Hampshire, South East Berkshire and West Surrey. The group provides a wide range of support, activities and services for members and their families. All of these are designed to build confidence and support our members in reaching their potential.

## What causes is Stepping Stones Ds registered for?

Disability

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Stepping Stones Ds yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Stepping Stones Ds 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?

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Stepping Stones Ds a legitimate charity?

Yes. Stepping Stones Ds is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1182787) 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 Stepping Stones Ds's charity number?

Stepping Stones Ds's charity number is 1182787. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1182787?

Search 1182787 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 Stepping Stones Ds do?

Stepping Stones DS supports children and young people with Down Syndrome in North Hampshire, South East Berkshire and West Surrey. The group provides a wide range of support, activities and services for members and their families. All of these are designed to build confidence and support our members in reaching their potential.

Does Stepping Stones Ds have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Stepping Stones Ds. 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 Stepping Stones Ds?

Stepping Stones Ds's website is http://www.steppingstonesds.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/1182787).