--- title: "Paragon Ensemble — check charity number SC009006 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Paragon Ensemble a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC009006. the advancement of education charity based in Glasgow City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/paragon-ensemble retrieved: 2026-08-23T00:57:43.128Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Paragon Ensemble is a registered charity (number SC009006) 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. Its latest reported income was £337,912 (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 Paragon Ensemble? Registered charity number SC009006 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Glasgow City Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £337,912 Website [www.paragon-music.org](http://www.paragon-music.org/) ## What does Paragon Ensemble do? Paragon is dedicated to facilitating creative opportunities for people who face barriers to accessing the arts in Scotland. Through its one-to-one mentoring programmes and group workshops, it produces nurturing environments whereby participants devise, develop and perform their own new artistic work. Our unique approach to creative learning which we term ‘inclusive practice’ aims to transform lives by offering bespoke, person-centred pathways for personal and professional development.Our vision of inclusion is one whereby people with a wide range of additional support needs, and anyone who ma… ## What causes is Paragon Ensemble registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Paragon Ensemble yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Paragon Ensemble 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=paragon-ensemble&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.paragon-music.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Paragon Ensemble a legitimate charity? Yes. Paragon Ensemble is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC009006) 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 Paragon Ensemble's charity number? Paragon Ensemble's charity number is SC009006. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC009006? Search SC009006 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 Paragon Ensemble do? Paragon is dedicated to facilitating creative opportunities for people who face barriers to accessing the arts in Scotland. Through its one-to-one mentoring programmes and group workshops, it produces nurturing environments whereby participants devise, develop and perform their own new artistic work. Our unique approach to creative learning which we term ‘inclusive practice’ aims to transform lives by offering bespoke, person-centred pathways for personal and professional development.Our vision of inclusion is one whereby people with a wide range of additional support needs, and anyone who ma… Does Paragon Ensemble have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Paragon Ensemble. 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 Paragon Ensemble? Paragon Ensemble's website is http://www.paragon-music.org — 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=SC009006).