--- title: "Scots Language centre — check charity number SC021747 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Scots Language centre a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC021747. the prevention or relief of poverty 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/scots-language-centre retrieved: 2026-08-23T10:00:13.890Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Scots Language centre is a registered charity (number SC021747) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; the advancement of education; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £91,926 (year ending 2025-01-31). 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 Scots Language centre? Registered charity number SC021747 Status Registered (active) Charity type Registered Society Location Perth And Kinross Latest income (year ending 2025-01-31) £91,926 ## What does Scots Language centre do? We are the Centre for the Scots Leid, an organisation tasked with the promotion of the Scots language. Much of this work is done through our various outreach programs, working with schools and other organisations to educate both children and the wider public. ## What causes is Scots Language centre registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Scots Language centre yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Scots Language centre 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=scots-language-centre&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Scots Language centre a legitimate charity? Yes. Scots Language centre is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC021747) 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 Scots Language centre's charity number? Scots Language centre's charity number is SC021747. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC021747? Search SC021747 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 Scots Language centre do? We are the Centre for the Scots Leid, an organisation tasked with the promotion of the Scots language. Much of this work is done through our various outreach programs, working with schools and other organisations to educate both children and the wider public. Does Scots Language centre have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Scots Language centre. 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 Scots Language centre? Scots Language centre 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=SC021747).