--- title: "Basics Scotland — check charity number SC030189 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Basics Scotland a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC030189. the advancement of health charity based in Perth And Kinross. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/basics-scotland retrieved: 2026-08-18T10:06:43.116Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Basics Scotland is a registered charity (number SC030189) 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 health. Its latest reported income was £714,904 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Basics Scotland? Registered charity number SC030189 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Perth And Kinross Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £714,904 Website [www.basics-scotland.org.uk](http://www.basics-scotland.org.uk/) ## What does Basics Scotland do? BASICS Scotland is a Scottish charity, dedicated to providing specialist training for doctors, nurses and paramedics in Scotland, particularly those working in remote and rural locations. Our support enables them to have the skills to perform vital pre-hospital emergency care. We are proud to provide a vital link within the ‘chain of survival’ and have a proven track record of effective delivery. Since 1993, BASICS Scotland has provided a wide variety of courses aimed at the pre-hospital emergency/immediate medical care provider/responder in Scotland. Our courses are of the highest quality… ## What causes is Basics Scotland registered for? the advancement of health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Basics Scotland yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Basics Scotland 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=basics-scotland&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.basics-scotland.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Basics Scotland a legitimate charity? Yes. Basics Scotland is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC030189) 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 Basics Scotland's charity number? Basics Scotland's charity number is SC030189. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC030189? Search SC030189 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 Basics Scotland do? BASICS Scotland is a Scottish charity, dedicated to providing specialist training for doctors, nurses and paramedics in Scotland, particularly those working in remote and rural locations. Our support enables them to have the skills to perform vital pre-hospital emergency care. We are proud to provide a vital link within the ‘chain of survival’ and have a proven track record of effective delivery. Since 1993, BASICS Scotland has provided a wide variety of courses aimed at the pre-hospital emergency/immediate medical care provider/responder in Scotland. Our courses are of the highest quality… Does Basics Scotland have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Basics Scotland. 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 Basics Scotland? Basics Scotland's website is http://www.basics-scotland.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=SC030189).