--- title: "Western Association of Ballet Schools — check charity number 278406 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Western Association of Ballet Schools a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 278406. Education/training charity based in Wimborne. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/western-association-of-ballet-schools retrieved: 2026-08-23T17:59:59.021Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Western Association of Ballet Schools is a registered charity (number 278406) 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 £30,126 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Western Association of Ballet Schools? Registered charity number 278406 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Wimborne Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £30,126 Website [www.wabs.info](http://www.wabs.info/) ## What does Western Association of Ballet Schools do? WABS gives young people, up to the age of 18 years, the experience and opportunity of dancing in public at venues in and around the Bournemouth area. It also gives grants for students from affiliated schools wishing to attend courses to further their ability and also subsidise workshops taken by professional teachers and choreographers. ## What causes is Western Association of Ballet Schools registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Western Association of Ballet Schools yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Western Association of Ballet Schools 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=western-association-of-ballet-schools&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.wabs.info/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Western Association of Ballet Schools a legitimate charity? Yes. Western Association of Ballet Schools is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 278406) 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 Western Association of Ballet Schools's charity number? Western Association of Ballet Schools's charity number is 278406. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 278406? Search 278406 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 Western Association of Ballet Schools do? WABS gives young people, up to the age of 18 years, the experience and opportunity of dancing in public at venues in and around the Bournemouth area. It also gives grants for students from affiliated schools wishing to attend courses to further their ability and also subsidise workshops taken by professional teachers and choreographers. Does Western Association of Ballet Schools have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Western Association of Ballet Schools. 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 Western Association of Ballet Schools? Western Association of Ballet Schools's website is http://www.wabs.info — 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/278406).