The Open School Trust

Reference number: 676788

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Authorised by the FCA

This firm is on the FCA register and authorised to carry out regulated activities.

Identity

Check their details

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Also trades as
  • National Extension College

Company details

From the company's Companies House record.

Company number
02438525
Company status
Active
Company type
Private company limited by guarantee
Incorporated
1 November 1989 (36 years old)
Registered office
Woolpack House 70 High Street, Sawston, Cambridge, CB22 3HJ, England
Nature of business
  • General secondary education (SIC 85310)
  • Technical and vocational secondary education (SIC 85320)
  • Post-secondary non-tertiary education (SIC 85410)

Current directors and secretaries

Name Role Born Appointed
Roslyn Louise Morpeth (Dr) Director Apr 1946 15 Dec 2010
Colin James Woolliscroft Director Mar 1983 23 Mar 2018
Vanessa Pittard (Dr) Director May 1963 9 Nov 2018
Ceri Lianne Rose Director Jul 1982 24 Nov 2023
Martin James Weller (Prof) Director Jan 1967 22 Mar 2024
James David Tweed Director Feb 1973 20 Jun 2025
Tim Lewis Bennett-Hart Director Feb 1979 20 Jun 2025

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Activities and protection

What they can do, and how you are protected

  • Lend or arrange credit No FSCS cover
    Consumer credit is not covered by the FSCS, so there is no compensation scheme if the firm fails.
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  • Credit Broking

Complaints: You can refer a complaint about this firm to the Financial Ombudsman Service for free, whichever activity it relates to.

Track record

FCA actions and complaints

No FCA disciplinary action, and no complaints recorded with the Ombudsman.

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Is The Open School Trust FCA authorised?
Yes, The Open School Trust (FRN 676788) is authorised by the FCA to carry out regulated activities.
Is my money safe with The Open School Trust?
Protection depends on which product you hold and how The Open School Trust handles your money, so check the specific product before you commit. You can also refer complaints about The Open School Trust to the Financial Ombudsman Service, free of charge.
Is The Open School Trust a scam or clone?
The Open School Trust is a genuine FCA-listed firm. However, scammers sometimes clone authorised firms. Always check that the contact details you were given match those on the FCA register before sending money or sharing information.
What is The Open School Trust's Firm Reference Number (FRN)?
The Open School Trust's FRN is 676788. You can verify it on the FCA register.