--- title: "British Youth Music Theatre — check charity number SC039863 | CharityCompare" description: "Is British Youth Music Theatre a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC039863. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science 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/british-youth-music-theatre-2 retrieved: 2026-08-19T07:09:40.534Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer British Youth Music Theatre is a registered charity (number SC039863) 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 the arts, heritage, culture or science; the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. Its latest reported income was £1,207,425 (year ending 2023-12-31). 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 British Youth Music Theatre? Registered charity number SC039863 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2023-12-31) £1,207,425 Website [www.britishyouthmusictheatre.org](http://www.britishyouthmusictheatre.org/) ## What does British Youth Music Theatre do? Tbe objects of the Charity are to promote maintain improve and advance the education and training principally but not exclusively of children and young persons by their participation and involvement with all aspects of the perfomance of educational musical productions including theatre dance drama music singing literature sculpture and painting and the encouragement of the Arts generally (''the Objects'). ## What causes is British Youth Music Theatre registered for? the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended ## Why is there no Clarity Score for British Youth Music Theatre yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. British Youth Music Theatre 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=british-youth-music-theatre-2&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.britishyouthmusictheatre.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is British Youth Music Theatre a legitimate charity? Yes. British Youth Music Theatre is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC039863) 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 British Youth Music Theatre's charity number? British Youth Music Theatre's charity number is SC039863. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC039863? Search SC039863 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 British Youth Music Theatre do? Tbe objects of the Charity are to promote maintain improve and advance the education and training principally but not exclusively of children and young persons by their participation and involvement with all aspects of the perfomance of educational musical productions including theatre dance drama music singing literature sculpture and painting and the encouragement of the Arts generally (''the Objects'). Does British Youth Music Theatre have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for British Youth Music Theatre. 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 British Youth Music Theatre? British Youth Music Theatre's website is http://www.britishyouthmusictheatre.org — 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=SC039863).