--- title: "Arran Music School, AMS — check charity number SC047858 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Arran Music School, AMS a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC047858. the advancement of education charity based in North Ayrshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/arran-music-school-ams retrieved: 2026-08-19T00:41:45.763Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Arran Music School, AMS is a registered charity (number SC047858) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of education; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £56,268 (year ending 2025-07-31). 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 Arran Music School, AMS? Registered charity number SC047858 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location North Ayrshire Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £56,268 Website [www.arranmusicschool.org.uk](http://www.arranmusicschool.org.uk/) ## 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… ## 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? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Arran Music School, AMS 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=arran-music-school-ams&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.arranmusicschool.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Arran Music School, AMS a legitimate charity? Yes. Arran Music School, AMS is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC047858) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or 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 is http://www.arranmusicschool.org.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07, 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://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC047858).