--- title: "The Gambian Schools Trust — check charity number 1093083 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Gambian Schools Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1093083. Education/training charity based in Shipley. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-gambian-schools-trust retrieved: 2026-08-25T23:13:29.137Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Gambian Schools Trust is a registered charity (number 1093083) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; economic/community development/employment. Its latest reported income was £36,860 (year ending 2025-04-30). 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 Gambian Schools Trust? Registered charity number 1093083 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Shipley Latest income (year ending 2025-04-30) £36,860 Website [www.gambianschools.org](http://www.gambianschools.org/) ## What does The Gambian Schools Trust do? To advance the education of children and young people in The Gambia, West Africa, by the provision of funds, equipment and by offering training to teachers. ## What causes is The Gambian Schools Trust registered for? Education/trainingEconomic/community Development/employment ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Gambian Schools Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Gambian Schools Trust 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-gambian-schools-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.gambianschools.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Gambian Schools Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. The Gambian Schools Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1093083) 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 Gambian Schools Trust's charity number? The Gambian Schools Trust's charity number is 1093083. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1093083? Search 1093083 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 Gambian Schools Trust do? To advance the education of children and young people in The Gambia, West Africa, by the provision of funds, equipment and by offering training to teachers. Does The Gambian Schools Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Gambian Schools Trust. 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 Gambian Schools Trust? The Gambian Schools Trust's website is http://www.gambianschools.org — 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/1093083).