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title: "Edinburgh Academy Foundation — check charity number SC027543 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Edinburgh Academy Foundation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC027543. 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/edinburgh-academy-foundation
retrieved: 2026-08-23T10:04:41.427Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Edinburgh Academy Foundation is a registered charity (number SC027543) 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 £132,790 (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 Edinburgh Academy Foundation?

Registered charity number

SC027543

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Company (the charity is registered with Companies House)

Location

City of Edinburgh

Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31)

£132,790

Website

[www.edinburghacademy.org.uk](http://www.edinburghacademy.org.uk/)

## What does Edinburgh Academy Foundation do?

The object of the Company is the promotion and advancement of education of pupils of The Edinburgh Academy of 42 Henderson Row, Edinburgh and of any other educational establishment with whom The Edinburgh Academy may merge or amalgamate

## What causes is Edinburgh Academy Foundation registered for?

the advancement of education

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Edinburgh Academy Foundation yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Edinburgh Academy Foundation 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.
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## Frequently asked questions

Is Edinburgh Academy Foundation a legitimate charity?

Yes. Edinburgh Academy Foundation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC027543) 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 Edinburgh Academy Foundation's charity number?

Edinburgh Academy Foundation's charity number is SC027543. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC027543?

Search SC027543 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 Edinburgh Academy Foundation do?

The object of the Company is the promotion and advancement of education of pupils of The Edinburgh Academy of 42 Henderson Row, Edinburgh and of any other educational establishment with whom The Edinburgh Academy may merge or amalgamate

Does Edinburgh Academy Foundation have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Edinburgh Academy Foundation. 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 Edinburgh Academy Foundation?

Edinburgh Academy Foundation's website is http://www.edinburghacademy.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=SC027543).