--- title: "The Lois Sherret Trust — check charity number SC054720 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Lois Sherret Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC054720. the advancement of education charity based in Dumfries And Galloway. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-lois-sherret-trust retrieved: 2026-08-26T19:47:06.861Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Lois Sherret Trust is a registered charity (number SC054720) 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. 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 Lois Sherret Trust? Registered charity number SC054720 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment) Location Dumfries And Galloway ## What does The Lois Sherret Trust do? (b) The advancement of Education It is clear from teaching in deprived areas that children have no exposure to animals other than the odd family pet. The Lois Sherret Trust aims to provide an immersive environment where children can learn about animals, see them up close and hear fundamental facts such as habitats, food chains and life cycles. Also fostering emotional and social learning through promoting empathy and compassion around dealing and caring for the animals. Teaching the children how to show respect for living things and providing valuable insight into the lives of animals whi… ## What causes is The Lois Sherret Trust registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Lois Sherret Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Lois Sherret Trust 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-lois-sherret-trust&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Lois Sherret Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. The Lois Sherret Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC054720) 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 Lois Sherret Trust's charity number? The Lois Sherret Trust's charity number is SC054720. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC054720? Search SC054720 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 Lois Sherret Trust do? (b) The advancement of Education It is clear from teaching in deprived areas that children have no exposure to animals other than the odd family pet. The Lois Sherret Trust aims to provide an immersive environment where children can learn about animals, see them up close and hear fundamental facts such as habitats, food chains and life cycles. Also fostering emotional and social learning through promoting empathy and compassion around dealing and caring for the animals. Teaching the children how to show respect for living things and providing valuable insight into the lives of animals whi… Does The Lois Sherret Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Lois Sherret Trust. 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 Lois Sherret Trust? The Lois Sherret Trust 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=SC054720).