--- title: "Advance: the Institute for the Scotson Technique — check charity number 1026049 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Advance: the Institute for the Scotson Technique a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1026049. Disability charity based in 6 Station Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/advance-the-institute-for-the-scotson-technique retrieved: 2026-08-18T09:18:54.058Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Advance: the Institute for the Scotson Technique is a registered charity (number 1026049) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: disability. Its latest reported income was £91,405 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 Advance: the Institute for the Scotson Technique? Registered charity number 1026049 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location 6 Station Road Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £91,405 Website [www.advancecentres.com](http://www.advancecentres.com/) ## What does Advance: the Institute for the Scotson Technique do? The charity has continued with its aim of completing and publishing our Director's PhD on possible influences of breathing quality on outcome in children with cerebral palsy. This research forms the theoretical basis of The Scotson Technique as practised at Advance. Our long-term goal is to gain mainstream recognition on the National Health Service. We also offer hyperbaric oxygen to families. ## What causes is Advance: the Institute for the Scotson Technique registered for? Disability ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Advance: the Institute for the Scotson Technique yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Advance: the Institute for the Scotson Technique 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=advance-the-institute-for-the-scotson-technique&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.advancecentres.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Advance: the Institute for the Scotson Technique a legitimate charity? Yes. Advance: the Institute for the Scotson Technique is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1026049) 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 Advance: the Institute for the Scotson Technique's charity number? Advance: the Institute for the Scotson Technique's charity number is 1026049. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1026049? Search 1026049 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 Advance: the Institute for the Scotson Technique do? The charity has continued with its aim of completing and publishing our Director's PhD on possible influences of breathing quality on outcome in children with cerebral palsy. This research forms the theoretical basis of The Scotson Technique as practised at Advance. Our long-term goal is to gain mainstream recognition on the National Health Service. We also offer hyperbaric oxygen to families. Does Advance: the Institute for the Scotson Technique have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Advance: the Institute for the Scotson Technique. 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 Advance: the Institute for the Scotson Technique? Advance: the Institute for the Scotson Technique's website is http://www.advancecentres.com — 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/1026049).