--- title: "Centred (Scotland) — check charity number SC003198 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Centred (Scotland) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC003198. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Highland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/centred-scotland retrieved: 2026-08-18T13:52:45.928Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Centred (Scotland) is a registered charity (number SC003198) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; the advancement of health; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £4,644,275 (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 Centred (Scotland)? Registered charity number SC003198 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Highland Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £4,644,275 Website [www.centred.scot](http://www.centred.scot/) ## What does Centred (Scotland) do? Centred (Scotland). formally Birchwood Highland, was set up to provide support for people experiencing significant and enduring mental ill health. Initially we delivered this via contracts from NHS Highland, delivering services within the Inverness following the closedown of the local mental health hospital. While these services have grown and are now Highland wide we have also established a 23 bed residential unit that provides step up step down support to people leaving hospital to ready them for living in the community. We have also recently established a Discovery College that is based on… ## What causes is Centred (Scotland) registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of healththe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Centred (Scotland) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Centred (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=centred-scotland&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.centred.scot/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Centred (Scotland) a legitimate charity? Yes. Centred (Scotland) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC003198) 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 Centred (Scotland)'s charity number? Centred (Scotland)'s charity number is SC003198. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC003198? Search SC003198 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 Centred (Scotland) do? Centred (Scotland). formally Birchwood Highland, was set up to provide support for people experiencing significant and enduring mental ill health. Initially we delivered this via contracts from NHS Highland, delivering services within the Inverness following the closedown of the local mental health hospital. While these services have grown and are now Highland wide we have also established a 23 bed residential unit that provides step up step down support to people leaving hospital to ready them for living in the community. We have also recently established a Discovery College that is based on… Does Centred (Scotland) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Centred (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 Centred (Scotland)? Centred (Scotland)'s website is http://www.centred.scot — 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=SC003198).