--- title: "The Friends of Whitegate School — check charity number 1096545 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Friends of Whitegate School a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1096545. Education/training charity based in Whitegate Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-friends-of-whitegate-school retrieved: 2026-08-25T22:14:55.660Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Friends of Whitegate School is a registered charity (number 1096545) 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 £11,460 (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 The Friends of Whitegate School? Registered charity number 1096545 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Whitegate Road Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £11,460 Website [www.whitegate.cheshire.sch.uk](http://www.whitegate.cheshire.sch.uk/) ## What does The Friends of Whitegate School do? The charity has been established over 30 years and are the main fundraising body of the school. A wide range of events are organised throughout the year.The organisation is incredibly successful for a small primary school raising considerable funds each year. Monies raised by the association have helped purchase computer equipment, sports equipment and substantial playground equipment upgrades. ## What causes is The Friends of Whitegate School registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Friends of Whitegate School yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Friends of Whitegate 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=the-friends-of-whitegate-school&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.whitegate.cheshire.sch.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Friends of Whitegate School a legitimate charity? Yes. The Friends of Whitegate School is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1096545) 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 Whitegate School's charity number? The Friends of Whitegate School's charity number is 1096545. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1096545? Search 1096545 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 Whitegate School do? The charity has been established over 30 years and are the main fundraising body of the school. A wide range of events are organised throughout the year.The organisation is incredibly successful for a small primary school raising considerable funds each year. Monies raised by the association have helped purchase computer equipment, sports equipment and substantial playground equipment upgrades. Does The Friends of Whitegate School have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Friends of Whitegate 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 The Friends of Whitegate School? The Friends of Whitegate School's website is http://www.whitegate.cheshire.sch.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/1096545).