--- title: "Student Minds — check charity number SC055043 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Student Minds a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC055043. the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/student-minds-2 retrieved: 2026-08-26T04:17:50.318Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Student Minds is a registered charity (number SC055043) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. 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 Student Minds? Registered charity number SC055043 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Website [www.studentminds.org.uk](https://www.studentminds.org.uk/) ## What does Student Minds do? The relief of sickness and the prevention and promotion of mental health among students and young people. ## What causes is Student Minds registered for? the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Student Minds yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Student Minds 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=student-minds-2&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.studentminds.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Student Minds a legitimate charity? Yes. Student Minds is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC055043) 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 Student Minds's charity number? Student Minds's charity number is SC055043. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC055043? Search SC055043 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 Student Minds do? The relief of sickness and the prevention and promotion of mental health among students and young people. Does Student Minds have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Student Minds. 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 Student Minds? Student Minds's website is https://www.studentminds.org.uk/ — 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=SC055043).