Is Arran Music School, AMS a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Arran Music School, AMS as a registered charity (number SC047858) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.

What is Arran Music School, AMS's charity number?

Arran Music School, AMS's charity number is SC047858. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC047858?

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When was Arran Music School, AMS registered as a charity?

Arran Music School, AMS was entered on the register on 25 October 2017.

Registered charity · No. SC047858SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

Arran Music School, AMS

Independent profile · Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data

Arran Music School, AMS is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of education, the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science.

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What are the key facts about Arran Music School, AMS?

Reported income · year ending 2025-07-31: £56,268
Reported spending · year ending 2025-07-31: £66,211
Registered charity number: SC047858
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Register contact address detail (not service area): North Ayrshire
Website: www.arranmusicschool.org.uk

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Arran Music School, AMS (number SC047858) is listed as registered in the OSCR snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.

What does Arran Music School, AMS do?

The charity's purposes are to advance the musical education of young people living on the Isle of Arran. to promote our national heritage and culture. and to increase public exposure to, appreciation of, and involvement in music and the performing arts. This is be done by: A) Encouraging participation, nurturing talent and providing musical tuition and activities which support or enhance existing provision by the North Ayrshire Council Music Service. B) Providing opportunities for young people on Arran to come together to participate in, experience, learn from and enjoy musical performance op…

Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.

From the annual return

Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Arran Music School, AMS

Answers Arran Music School, AMS gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 31 July 2025, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 25 October 2017
Also known as: Isle of Arran Music School SCIO
Where it says it operates: North Ayrshire

What causes is Arran Music School, AMS registered for?

the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science

Why is there no Clarity Score for Arran Music School, AMS yet?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Arran Music School, AMS a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Arran Music School, AMS as a registered charity (number SC047858) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is Arran Music School, AMS's charity number?: Arran Music School, AMS's charity number is SC047858. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC047858?: Search SC047858 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers.
What does Arran Music School, AMS do?: The charity's purposes are to advance the musical education of young people living on the Isle of Arran. to promote our national heritage and culture. and to increase public exposure to, appreciation of, and involvement in music and the performing arts. This is be done by: A) Encouraging participation, nurturing talent and providing musical tuition and activities which support or enhance existing provision by the North Ayrshire Council Music Service. B) Providing opportunities for young people on Arran to come together to participate in, experience, learn from and enjoy musical performance op…
Does Arran Music School, AMS have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Arran Music School, AMS. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate.
How can I donate to Arran Music School, AMS?: Arran Music School, AMS's website listed in our register data is http://www.arranmusicschool.org.uk. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.
When was Arran Music School, AMS registered as a charity?: Arran Music School, AMS was entered on the register on 25 October 2017.

Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-10-04, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.