--- title: "Potters — check charity number SC044457 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Potters a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC044457. the advancement of education charity based in Dumfries And Galloway. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/potters retrieved: 2026-08-24T21:13:30.422Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Potters is a registered charity (number SC044457) 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 promotion of equality and diversity. Its latest reported income was £130,399 (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 Potters? Registered charity number SC044457 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Dumfries And Galloway Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £130,399 ## What does Potters do? Potters aspires to create improved meaningful activities for people of all ages living with ASD/learning disabilities/additional support needs that vary in complexity. These meaningful activities are life skills based around nine areas of learning. with certificates being presented monthly. We have a need’s-based person-centred approach, this allows each student to complete their award/s in a timeframe and manner that suits their individual needs. 1. Fruit and Vegetable (productive garden) 2. Wildlife (conservation area) 3. Therapeutic/orchard garden 4. Rose Garden 5. Workshop (basic woodwork… ## What causes is Potters registered for? the advancement of educationthe promotion of equality and diversity ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Potters yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Potters 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=potters&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Potters a legitimate charity? Yes. Potters is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC044457) 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 Potters's charity number? Potters's charity number is SC044457. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC044457? Search SC044457 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 Potters do? Potters aspires to create improved meaningful activities for people of all ages living with ASD/learning disabilities/additional support needs that vary in complexity. These meaningful activities are life skills based around nine areas of learning. with certificates being presented monthly. We have a need’s-based person-centred approach, this allows each student to complete their award/s in a timeframe and manner that suits their individual needs. 1. Fruit and Vegetable (productive garden) 2. Wildlife (conservation area) 3. Therapeutic/orchard garden 4. Rose Garden 5. Workshop (basic woodwork… Does Potters have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Potters. 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 Potters? Potters 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=SC044457).