--- title: "National Centre for Music — check charity number SC052564 | CharityCompare" description: "Is National Centre for Music a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC052564. 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/national-centre-for-music retrieved: 2026-08-23T04:33:30.889Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer National Centre for Music is a registered charity (number SC052564) 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; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science; the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. 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 National Centre for Music? Registered charity number SC052564 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Perth And Kinross ## What does National Centre for Music do? The charity's purpose is to advance arts, culture and heritage by developing and managing a centre for music education and public performance at the historic Royal High School, Calton Hill, Edinburgh. to provide cultural community and public benefit to and for the people of Scotland and beyond. to advance education in the field of music. and, to establish and maintain a public garden for recreational use by the public and for its environmental, horticultural and restorative benefits. ## What causes is National Centre for Music registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended ## Why is there no Clarity Score for National Centre for Music yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. National Centre for Music 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=national-centre-for-music&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is National Centre for Music a legitimate charity? Yes. National Centre for Music is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC052564) 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 National Centre for Music's charity number? National Centre for Music's charity number is SC052564. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC052564? Search SC052564 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 National Centre for Music do? The charity's purpose is to advance arts, culture and heritage by developing and managing a centre for music education and public performance at the historic Royal High School, Calton Hill, Edinburgh. to provide cultural community and public benefit to and for the people of Scotland and beyond. to advance education in the field of music. and, to establish and maintain a public garden for recreational use by the public and for its environmental, horticultural and restorative benefits. Does National Centre for Music have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for National Centre for Music. 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 National Centre for Music? National Centre for Music does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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=SC052564).