--- title: "Ase — check charity number SC042473 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Ase a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC042473. the advancement of education charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/ase retrieved: 2026-08-19T01:25:53.998Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Ase is a registered charity (number SC042473) 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. Its latest reported income was £915,286 (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 Ase? Registered charity number SC042473 Status Registered (active) Charity type Statutory corporation (Royal Charter etc) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £915,286 Website [www.ase.org.uk](http://www.ase.org.uk/) ## What does Ase do? The objects and purposes for which The Association is hereby constituted are the promotion of education by the following means: (a) by improving the teaching of science and (b) by providing an authoritative medium through 'which opinions of teachers of science may be expressed on educational matters and (c) by affording means of communication among all persons and bodies of persons concerned with the reaching of science in particular and with education in general ## What causes is Ase registered for? the advancement of education ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Ase yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Ase 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=ase&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.ase.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Ase a legitimate charity? Yes. Ase is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC042473) 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 Ase's charity number? Ase's charity number is SC042473. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC042473? Search SC042473 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 Ase do? The objects and purposes for which The Association is hereby constituted are the promotion of education by the following means: (a) by improving the teaching of science and (b) by providing an authoritative medium through 'which opinions of teachers of science may be expressed on educational matters and (c) by affording means of communication among all persons and bodies of persons concerned with the reaching of science in particular and with education in general Does Ase have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Ase. 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 Ase? Ase's website is http://www.ase.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=SC042473).