--- title: "CAMScot — check charity number SC053530 | CharityCompare" description: "Is CAMScot a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC053530. the advancement of education charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/camscot retrieved: 2026-08-18T05:16:12.761Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer CAMScot is a registered charity (number SC053530) 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 £2,000 (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 CAMScot? Registered charity number SC053530 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £2,000 Website [camscot.org](http://camscot.org/) ## What does CAMScot do? Our charity aims to widen access to university education, in particular to assist applications to the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge by those from groups under-represented at the Universities. We provide on-line mentoring and interview practice from alumni volunteers to this end. ## What causes is CAMScot registered for? the advancement of education ## Why is there no Clarity Score for CAMScot yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. CAMScot 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=camscot&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://camscot.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is CAMScot a legitimate charity? Yes. CAMScot is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC053530) 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 CAMScot's charity number? CAMScot's charity number is SC053530. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC053530? Search SC053530 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 CAMScot do? Our charity aims to widen access to university education, in particular to assist applications to the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge by those from groups under-represented at the Universities. We provide on-line mentoring and interview practice from alumni volunteers to this end. Does CAMScot have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for CAMScot. 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 CAMScot? CAMScot's website is http://camscot.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=SC053530).