--- title: "Sutherland Schools Pipe Band — check charity number SC015660 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Sutherland Schools Pipe Band a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC015660. the advancement of education charity based in Highland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/sutherland-schools-pipe-band retrieved: 2026-08-26T08:23:36.388Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Sutherland Schools Pipe Band is a registered charity (number SC015660) 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 £11,945 (year ending 2025-09-30). 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 Sutherland Schools Pipe Band? Registered charity number SC015660 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Highland Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £11,945 ## What does Sutherland Schools Pipe Band do? The activities of the Sutherland Schools Pipe Band are organised to advance the education of the public in the art of the pipe band, and furtherance thereof. a) To support and advance the Sutherland Schools Pipe Band by assisting the presentation of public performances other related activities b)To promote, advance and encourage pipe playing, drumming and highland dancing in all its branches. and c) To promote the heritage traditions and the playing of pipe band music generally c) To encourage and educate young persons in piping and drumming. ## What causes is Sutherland Schools Pipe Band registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Sutherland Schools Pipe Band yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Sutherland Schools Pipe Band 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=sutherland-schools-pipe-band&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Sutherland Schools Pipe Band a legitimate charity? Yes. Sutherland Schools Pipe Band is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC015660) 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 Sutherland Schools Pipe Band's charity number? Sutherland Schools Pipe Band's charity number is SC015660. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC015660? Search SC015660 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 Sutherland Schools Pipe Band do? The activities of the Sutherland Schools Pipe Band are organised to advance the education of the public in the art of the pipe band, and furtherance thereof. a) To support and advance the Sutherland Schools Pipe Band by assisting the presentation of public performances other related activities b)To promote, advance and encourage pipe playing, drumming and highland dancing in all its branches. and c) To promote the heritage traditions and the playing of pipe band music generally c) To encourage and educate young persons in piping and drumming. Does Sutherland Schools Pipe Band have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Sutherland Schools Pipe Band. 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 Sutherland Schools Pipe Band? Sutherland Schools Pipe Band 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=SC015660).