--- title: "The International Shakespeare Association — check charity number 1160312 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The International Shakespeare Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1160312. Education/training charity based in Administrative Offices. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-international-shakespeare-association retrieved: 2026-08-26T11:59:19.473Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The International Shakespeare Association is a registered charity (number 1160312) 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 £4,500 (year ending 2025-05-31). 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 International Shakespeare Association? Registered charity number 1160312 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Administrative Offices Latest income (year ending 2025-05-31) £4,500 Website [internationalshakespeare.org.uk](http://internationalshakespeare.org.uk/) ## What does The International Shakespeare Association do? To advance the education of the public by furthering the study of Shakespeare's life and work by such means as the trustees determine including by:- Organising, holding and promoting participation in the World Shakespeare Congress and disseminating the learning of that event; and- Offering advice and assistance in the establishment of national or regional Shakespeare associations. ## What causes is The International Shakespeare Association registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The International Shakespeare Association yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The International Shakespeare Association 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-international-shakespeare-association&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://internationalshakespeare.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The International Shakespeare Association a legitimate charity? Yes. The International Shakespeare Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1160312) 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 International Shakespeare Association's charity number? The International Shakespeare Association's charity number is 1160312. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1160312? Search 1160312 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 International Shakespeare Association do? To advance the education of the public by furthering the study of Shakespeare's life and work by such means as the trustees determine including by:- Organising, holding and promoting participation in the World Shakespeare Congress and disseminating the learning of that event; and- Offering advice and assistance in the establishment of national or regional Shakespeare associations. Does The International Shakespeare Association have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The International Shakespeare Association. 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 International Shakespeare Association? The International Shakespeare Association's website is http://internationalshakespeare.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/1160312).