--- title: "The Compass School — check charity number SC020370 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Compass School a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC020370. the advancement of education charity based in East Lothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-compass-school retrieved: 2026-08-25T00:48:21.017Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Compass School is a registered charity (number SC020370) 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 £1,823,146 (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 The Compass School? Registered charity number SC020370 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location East Lothian Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £1,823,146 Website [www.thecompassschool.co.uk](http://www.thecompassschool.co.uk/) ## What does The Compass School do? The main objectives of the School are set out in Section C (Q.1): to promote education generally, and in particular at The Compass School (the School), Haddington. The objectives are wholly charitable. The main objectives of the year were to continue to develop the standards and quality of the education provided by the School and to ensure that the School continues to prosper on all fronts, building on previous successes. The School produces an annual Standards & Quality Report resulting from self-evaluation using Education Scotland's quality indicators for schools (HGIOS4). This aims to buil… ## What causes is The Compass School registered for? the advancement of education ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Compass School yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Compass School 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=the-compass-school&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.thecompassschool.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Compass School a legitimate charity? Yes. The Compass School is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC020370) 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 The Compass School's charity number? The Compass School's charity number is SC020370. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC020370? Search SC020370 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 The Compass School do? The main objectives of the School are set out in Section C (Q.1): to promote education generally, and in particular at The Compass School (the School), Haddington. The objectives are wholly charitable. The main objectives of the year were to continue to develop the standards and quality of the education provided by the School and to ensure that the School continues to prosper on all fronts, building on previous successes. The School produces an annual Standards & Quality Report resulting from self-evaluation using Education Scotland's quality indicators for schools (HGIOS4). This aims to buil… Does The Compass School have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Compass School. 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 The Compass School? The Compass School's website is http://www.thecompassschool.co.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=SC020370).