--- title: "The Friends of Centre Stage — check charity number 1201041 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Friends of Centre Stage a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1201041. Education/training charity based in West Wickham. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-friends-of-centre-stage retrieved: 2026-08-25T17:19:14.217Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Friends of Centre Stage is a registered charity (number 1201041) 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 £14,675 (year ending 2025-04-01). 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 The Friends of Centre Stage? Registered charity number 1201041 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location West Wickham Latest income (year ending 2025-04-01) £14,675 ## What does The Friends of Centre Stage do? The Friends of Centre Stage exists to ensure all children and young adults can access the wonderful world of musical theatre at, or through, Centre Stage Theatre Academy (CSTA). We provide equipment and funding to CSTA to enhance their offering to all students as well as grant funding for those who would otherwise be unable to afford to attend. ## What causes is The Friends of Centre Stage registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Friends of Centre Stage yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Friends of Centre Stage 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=the-friends-of-centre-stage&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Friends of Centre Stage a legitimate charity? Yes. The Friends of Centre Stage is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1201041) 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 The Friends of Centre Stage's charity number? The Friends of Centre Stage's charity number is 1201041. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1201041? Search 1201041 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 The Friends of Centre Stage do? The Friends of Centre Stage exists to ensure all children and young adults can access the wonderful world of musical theatre at, or through, Centre Stage Theatre Academy (CSTA). We provide equipment and funding to CSTA to enhance their offering to all students as well as grant funding for those who would otherwise be unable to afford to attend. Does The Friends of Centre Stage have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Friends of Centre Stage. 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 The Friends of Centre Stage? The Friends of Centre Stage does not list a website in its register entry. Its official Charity Commission entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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/1201041).