--- title: "Friends of Chimbota School — check charity number SC055107 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Friends of Chimbota School a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC055107. the advancement of education charity based in Perth And Kinross. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/friends-of-chimbota-school retrieved: 2026-08-24T11:17:15.872Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Friends of Chimbota School is a registered charity (number SC055107) 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. 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 Friends of Chimbota School? Registered charity number SC055107 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Perth And Kinross Website not yet launched ## What does Friends of Chimbota School do? The organisation has been formed to advance the education of students at the Chimbota Secondary School in the District of Nkata Bay, Northern Region, Malawi by: 4.1 The provision of premises, facilities and expertise for educational purposes. 4.2 Providing educational materials, facilities, equipment and services for educational purposes. 4.3 Providing for bursaries to those in financial need to attend Chimbota Secondary School and scholarships to those who secure the offer of a place at any University, College or Institution of Further Education. 4.4 Securing volunteering opportunities at C… ## What causes is Friends of Chimbota School registered for? the advancement of education ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Friends of Chimbota School yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Friends of Chimbota School 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=friends-of-chimbota-school&type=claim) Visit charity website ## Frequently asked questions Is Friends of Chimbota School a legitimate charity? Yes. Friends of Chimbota School is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC055107) 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 Friends of Chimbota School's charity number? Friends of Chimbota School's charity number is SC055107. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC055107? Search SC055107 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 Friends of Chimbota School do? The organisation has been formed to advance the education of students at the Chimbota Secondary School in the District of Nkata Bay, Northern Region, Malawi by: 4.1 The provision of premises, facilities and expertise for educational purposes. 4.2 Providing educational materials, facilities, equipment and services for educational purposes. 4.3 Providing for bursaries to those in financial need to attend Chimbota Secondary School and scholarships to those who secure the offer of a place at any University, College or Institution of Further Education. 4.4 Securing volunteering opportunities at C… Does Friends of Chimbota School have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Friends of Chimbota School. 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 Friends of Chimbota School? Friends of Chimbota School's website is http://not yet launched — 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=SC055107).