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Visit www.thestarfishway.co.ukAbout The Starfish Way
Starfish Way provides support to the region’s most vulnerable young people struggling with mental health, poverty and inequality who, without intervention, face negative life destinations. Our holistic programmes promote positive mental and physical health, provides education, independent living skills and employability support to maximise positive and sustainable life outcomes. Responding to the changing needs of young people with additional support needs (ASN), we tailor programmes to equip with the confidence and resilience to be happy and thrive. These personalised programmes are the foundation for unlocking positive, independent and financially secure futures. 'the advancement of education','the advancement of citizenship or community development' Purposes To advance the physical and mental well-being of young people by promoting a range of Awards and experiences …
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Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, The Starfish Way has a substantially complete profile, sourced from OSCR.
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- Its integrity score of 49 is below most of the 87,708 education charities in the United Kingdom GiveRadar tracks. GiveRadar bases this on limited verified information so far, with little on record for its governance. Explore United Kingdom data
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyThe Starfish Way is a registered education nonprofit based in Perth, Scotland, United Kingdom. It is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. It was founded in 2022. Its registration number is SC051572. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 49/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports £215K in annual revenue.
The Starfish Way's official registration number is SC051572, as recorded in the national registry of United Kingdom.
The Starfish Way has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 49/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 49 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for education charities in United Kingdom is 86/100.
The Starfish Way is located in Perth, Scotland, United Kingdom. The organization was established in 2022 and has been active for 4 years.
Based on official tax filings, The Starfish Way has £215K in annual revenue. Its revenue is below the peer average of £994K. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
The Starfish Way is classified as an Education organization, registered in United Kingdom. It operates as a SCIO. It has £215K in annual revenue.
According to GiveRadar's records, The Starfish Way is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales and overseen by the Charity Commission. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.
Starfish Way provides support to the region’s most vulnerable young people struggling with mental health, poverty and inequality who, without intervention, face negative life destinations. Our holistic programmes promote positive mental and physical health, provides education, independent living skills and employability support to maximise positive and sustainable life outcomes. Responding to the changing needs of young people with additional support needs (ASN), we tailor programmes to equip with the confidence and resilience to be happy and thrive. These personalised programmes are the foundation for unlocking positive, independent and financially secure futures. 'the advancement of education','the advancement of citizenship or community development' Purposes To advance the physical and mental well-being of... The Starfish Way is classified as an education organization registered in United Kingdom. The organization was founded in 2022.
Among education charities registered in United Kingdom: Its annual revenue of £215K is below the peer average of £994K.
You can verify The Starfish Way in several ways. First, search the Charity Commission Register at https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/ - every charity registered in England and Wales appears here with its registration number, trustees, governing document, and filed accounts. Second, check whether the charity's annual return and accounts are up to date - the Commission flags charities with overdue filings. Third, look for the Fundraising Regulator badge on the charity's website, which signals voluntary compliance with the Code of Fundraising Practice.
Contact The Starfish Way directly for current donation methods. UK charities typically accept online card payments, direct debit, and bank transfer. Many also use platforms such as JustGiving or Charities Aid Foundation (CAF). If you are a UK taxpayer, make sure to tick the Gift Aid box: it lets the charity reclaim 25p from HMRC for every pound you give at no extra cost to you. Higher-rate taxpayers can claim back the difference between basic-rate and their marginal rate through Self Assessment. Payroll Giving (Give As You Earn) lets you donate pre-tax through your employer.
Donations to The Starfish Way are eligible for Gift Aid if you are a UK income-tax or capital-gains-tax payer. Gift Aid adds 25% to your donation at no cost to you (the charity reclaims basic-rate tax from HMRC). Higher-rate and additional-rate taxpayers can also claim back the difference through Self Assessment or by adjusting their PAYE tax code. Gifts of shares, property, or land to charity are free of Capital Gains Tax and can be deducted from your income for Income Tax purposes. Legacy gifts (in your will) reduce the value of your estate for Inheritance Tax and can lower the IHT rate from 40% to 36% if you leave at least 10% to charity.
The Starfish Way is based in Perth in Scotland. The Charity Commission for England and Wales (CCEW) is the primary regulator. Scotland has its own regulator (OSCR), and Northern Ireland has the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI). A charity registered with the CCEW may operate across the whole of the UK or internationally.
The Starfish Way was first registered in 2022, making it approximately 4 years old. UK charities must file an annual return with the Charity Commission to remain on the register. A long registration history generally indicates sustained operations and continuous regulatory compliance.
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Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United Kingdom under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
The Starfish Way is in United Kingdom, a TGE (Transnational Giving Europe) member country. Dutch donors can route gifts via Stichting Transnational Giving Europe to receive Dutch ANBI-equivalent deductibility, subject to TGE's 5% pass-through fee.
The Starfish Way is registered in United Kingdom. US donors generally cannot deduct gifts to non-US charities directly. To claim a deduction, route the gift through a US 'Friends of' fiscal sponsor or a donor-advised fund that performs equivalency determination (IRS Rev. Proc. 92-94).
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Founding date · 2022
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Quick facts about The Starfish Way
- What is The Starfish Way?
- The Starfish Way is a education scio based in Perth, United Kingdom. Starfish Way provides support to the region’s most vulnerable young people struggling with mental health, poverty and inequality who, without intervention, face negative life destinations. Our holistic programmes promote positive mental and physical health, provides education, independent living skills and employability support to maximise positive and sustainable life outcomes. Responding to the changing needs of young people with additional support needs (ASN), we tailor programmes to equip with the confidence and resilience to be happy and thrive. These personalised programmes are the foundation for unlocking positive, independent and financially secure futures. 'the advancement of education','the advancement of citizenship or community development' Purposes To advance the physical and mental well-being of young people by promoting a range of Awards and experiences including the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. To assist young people, especially those facing barriers, to participate in activities and Awards that meet their needs. To offer bespoke activities and Awards for young people. To help provide opportunities to young people to develop the skills and confidence they need to succeed in life. To provide practical support and encouragement to adults who support young people in these purposes. To promote the opportunities of the Award, and other experiences we provide, using a variety of strategies including our website, distance learning hub, and social media. To help independent participants not attached to particular Award units. To find ways to share, recognise and celebrate the success of the young people and adults that support them. To evaluate the quality and impact of our endeavours to improve what we do and to provide accountability. To share good practice to improve support for young people elsewhere. To seek and consolidate partnership working in support of our purposes.
- When was The Starfish Way founded?
- The Starfish Way was founded in 2022.
- Where is The Starfish Way located?
- Headquartered in Perth, Scotland, United Kingdom.
- What is The Starfish Way's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately £100K-£1M.
- Is The Starfish Way trustworthy?
- The Starfish Way has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 49 out of 100 (Partial transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is The Starfish Way's registration number?
- Registration: SC051572 (United Kingdom).
- What is The Starfish Way's website?
- https://www.thestarfishway.co.uk
- Are donations to The Starfish Way tax-deductible?
- Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United Kingdom under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.