--- title: "Scottish Schools Debating — check charity number SC048465 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Scottish Schools Debating a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC048465. 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/scottish-schools-debating retrieved: 2026-08-23T10:58:23.099Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Scottish Schools Debating is a registered charity (number SC048465) 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. Its latest reported income was £17,376 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 Scottish Schools Debating? Registered charity number SC048465 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Perth And Kinross Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £17,376 ## What does Scottish Schools Debating do? Our charity exists to develop and promote schools debating across Scotland. We provide workshops, outreach programmes and training to help pupils build confidence, critical thinking and communication skills. We run selection, coaching and development for the Scottish national schools debating team and development squad. We also create opportunities for pupils from all backgrounds to take part in high-level national and international debating competitions and support them to achieve success at these events. ## What causes is Scottish Schools Debating registered for? the advancement of education ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Scottish Schools Debating yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Scottish Schools Debating 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=scottish-schools-debating&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Scottish Schools Debating a legitimate charity? Yes. Scottish Schools Debating is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC048465) 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 Scottish Schools Debating's charity number? Scottish Schools Debating's charity number is SC048465. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC048465? Search SC048465 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 Scottish Schools Debating do? Our charity exists to develop and promote schools debating across Scotland. We provide workshops, outreach programmes and training to help pupils build confidence, critical thinking and communication skills. We run selection, coaching and development for the Scottish national schools debating team and development squad. We also create opportunities for pupils from all backgrounds to take part in high-level national and international debating competitions and support them to achieve success at these events. Does Scottish Schools Debating have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Scottish Schools Debating. 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 Scottish Schools Debating? Scottish Schools Debating 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=SC048465).