Is Scottish Schools Debating a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Scottish Schools Debating as a registered charity (number SC048465) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.

What is Scottish Schools Debating's charity number?

Scottish Schools Debating's charity number is SC048465. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC048465?

Search SC048465 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.

Does Scottish Schools Debating have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Scottish Schools Debating. 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 Scottish Schools Debating?

Scottish Schools Debating does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations.

When was Scottish Schools Debating registered as a charity?

Scottish Schools Debating was entered on the register on 18 June 2018.

Registered charity · No. SC048465SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

Scottish Schools Debating

Independent profile · Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data

Scottish Schools Debating is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of education.

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What are the key facts about Scottish Schools Debating?

Reported income · year ending 2025-08-31: £17,376
Reported spending · year ending 2025-08-31: £16,814
Registered charity number: SC048465
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Register contact address detail (not service area): Perth And Kinross

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Scottish Schools Debating (number SC048465) is listed as registered in the OSCR snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.

What does Scottish Schools Debating do?

Our charity exists to develop and promote schools debating across Scotland. We provide workshops, outreach programmes and training to help pupils build confidence, critical thinking and communication skills. We run selection, coaching and development for the Scottish national schools debating team and development squad. We also create opportunities for pupils from all backgrounds to take part in high-level national and international debating competitions and support them to achieve success at these events.

Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Scottish Schools Debating

Answers Scottish Schools Debating gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 31 August 2025, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 18 June 2018
Where it says it operates: Perth And Kinross

What causes is Scottish Schools Debating registered for?

the advancement of education

Why is there no Clarity Score for Scottish Schools Debating yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Scottish Schools Debating. An unrated profile is a gap in our assessment, not a negative judgement about the charity. The register facts and available annual-return disclosures above remain useful. Payment never influences a rating. How scoring works

What should you check before donating to Scottish Schools Debating?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Scottish Schools Debating a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Scottish Schools Debating as a registered charity (number SC048465) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is Scottish Schools Debating's charity number?: Scottish Schools Debating's charity number is SC048465. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC048465?: Search SC048465 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 Scottish Schools Debating do?: Our charity exists to develop and promote schools debating across Scotland. We provide workshops, outreach programmes and training to help pupils build confidence, critical thinking and communication skills. We run selection, coaching and development for the Scottish national schools debating team and development squad. We also create opportunities for pupils from all backgrounds to take part in high-level national and international debating competitions and support them to achieve success at these events.
Does Scottish Schools Debating have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Scottish Schools Debating. 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 Scottish Schools Debating?: Scottish Schools Debating does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations.
When was Scottish Schools Debating registered as a charity?: Scottish Schools Debating was entered on the register on 18 June 2018.

Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-10-04, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.