What Capability Scotland does

Capability Scotland is a registered Scottish charity (SC011330), structured as a company limited by guarantee, founded in 1946 and now approximately 80 years old. It provides care, support, and education services to disabled people across Scotland, serving individuals across age groups through residential care, respite care, day services, community-based self-directed social care, and specialist education. Its operating portfolio includes Corseford College (specialist further education for ages 18-25 with complex needs, established 2024), Corseford School (Kilbarchan) and Stanmore House School (Lanark) for children with complex and additional needs, and the Upper Springland campus in Perth which houses 59 adults in residential and respite care. The charity is relocating Upper Springland to a new state-of-the-art Bertha Park facility under the Our Inclusive Community Project (OICP).

The organisation's revenue model is diversified across charitable income streams rather than commercial pricing: individual donations, recurring giving via the 'Power of Five' appeal, mass-participation fundraising events (London Marathon with £2,500 minimum fundraising target, Kiltwalk, Scottish Half Marathon, Gala Evening with sponsorship packages up to £5,000), corporate partnerships (Mercure Perth, Heriot's Rugby Club, Blackmount Private Wealth), legacy giving, branded merchandise sales (£5-£7 unit prices), and project-specific government grants (Scottish Government funding for Corseford College). Service pricing is not publicly disclosed as the operating model is donation- and grant-funded. Distribution is direct, through service-delivery facilities across Edinburgh, Perth, Inchinnan, Kilbarchan, Lanark, and North Lanarkshire, plus an e-commerce shop and event-based fundraising.

Capability Scotland is governed by a Board of Trustees chaired by Professor Sandy Cameron CBE, with Brian Logan as Chief Executive, Lord Hardie as Honorary President, and HRH The Duchess of Edinburgh GCVO as Royal Patron. The charity holds Cyber Essentials Plus certification, Investors in People Silver accreditation, and is a Disability Confident and Age Friendly Employer. There is no proprietary technology platform or AI/ML component disclosed; the operating model is fundamentally people-led social care and education delivery.

Name

Capability Scotland

Legal name

Capability Scotland

Website

https://capability.scot

Company type

Private

Founded year

1946

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Capability Scotland is a registered Scottish charity (founded 1946) providing residential care, respite, day services, community social care, and specialist education (schools and a further education college) to disabled people across Scotland, funded by donations, events, corporate partnerships, and government grants.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Disability Care Services

NAICS

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120), Residential Intellectual and Developmental Disability Facilities (623210), Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Nursing & Personal Care Facilities (8050), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Disability Services & Independent Living Support (BPAGAEAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Specialized Assisted Living for Developmental/Intellectual Disabilities (Adult) (HLADABAJ), College Readiness & Disability Services Transition Support (EDAKANAB), Housing Transition & Supported Living Navigation (EDAKANAK)

Keywords

• Disability support services
• Residential care services
• Special education services
• Social care charity
• Disability charities

Headquarters

HQ city

Edinburgh

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations: Individual donations from supporters, including one-time and recurring contributions
2. Fundraising Events: Revenue from events including London Marathon, Kiltwalk, Scottish Half Marathon, Gala evenings, Forth Rail Bridge Abseil, and other challenge events
3. Corporate Partnerships: Partnerships with businesses for charitable giving, corporate volunteering, and charity of the year relationships
4. Legacy Giving: Bequests and gifts left in wills
5. Merchandise Sales: Sale of branded merchandise including travel mugs, shopping bags, and facemasks through the online shop
6. Government Funding: Scottish Government committed initial two years of funding for Corseford College; Capability Scotland directing £250,000 of fundraised income towards the project

Pricing tiers

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Capability Scotland provides care, support, and specialist education services for disabled people across Scotland. Its offerings include residential care, respite care, day services, self-directed community-based social care, two schools (Corseford School and Stanmore House School) for children with complex and additional needs, and Corseford College, the first specialist further education college provision in Scotland for young people aged 18-25 with complex needs.

Product overview

Capability Scotland operates as a disability charity offering a diverse portfolio of care, education, and support services. The organization provides specialist further education through Corseford College for young adults aged 18-25 with complex needs, operates two schools (Corseford School and Stanmore House School) offering combined education and therapy for children with complex needs, and delivers community-based social care services enabling independent living. The charity raises funds through mass participation events including the London Marathon, Kiltwalk, Scottish Half Marathon, and annual Gala Evening. Additionally, the organization operates a merchandise shop selling branded items including travel mugs, shopping bags, and facemasks. The portfolio includes the Our Inclusive Community Project (OICP) which is developing new state-of-the-art facilities at Bertha Park to deliver innovative inclusive care services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Corseford College Specialist further education college for young people aged 18-25 in Scotland whose needs cannot be met in mainstream colleges. Offers bespoke curriculums, learning pathways, and opportunities for social and peer interaction, supporting independence development.
• Social Care Services Community-based self-directed social care for disabled people, enabling independent living, community participation, and access to leisure activities. Services include residential care, respite care, and day services.
• Corseford School School for children with complex and additional needs in Kilbarchan near Johnstone, providing combined education and therapy environment from primary through secondary ages.
• Stanmore House School School for children with complex and additional needs in Lanark, offering combined education and therapy environment from primary through secondary ages.
• Upper Springland Residential Care Three registered care homes offering residential and respite care to 59 adults with physical disabilities and learning disabilities, alongside day services, hydrotherapy pool, theatre, and walled gardens in Perth, with relocation to new facility at Bertha Park.
• Craigmillar Hub Day Opportunities Service Day opportunities service for disabled people based in Craigmillar, Edinburgh, providing community-based activities and engagement.
• Riccarton Service Service location in Edinburgh (Riccarton) providing care and support for disabled people.
• North Lanarkshire Self-Directed Social Care Community-based self-directed social care services for disabled people in North Lanarkshire.
• Travel Mug Branded 400ml travel mug with screw-top lid and double-wall design, featuring Capability Scotland logo and pun-themed messaging.
• Cotton Shopping Bag 4oz cotton shopper (approximately 43cm by 39cm) that folds into a corner pouch with pull string closure, featuring vegetable-themed pun designs and Capability Scotland logo.
• Capability Scotland Facemask Black facemask with robust elastic ear loops, two layers of 100% polyester (air jet textured PES), breathable permeability of 150l/m2s, machine washable 60-90 degrees, OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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No

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Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Mercure PerthcoreGTM or Marketing Partner · 22 May 2024Corporate partnership with Mercure Perth hotel for enhanced community engagement and support of essential services. Partnership includes participation in Forth Rail Bridge Abseil, various fundraising and community events throughout the year. Supports Capability Scotland's pioneering Our Inclusive Community Project and the move to Bertha Park.
• Heriot's Rugby ClubcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerCharity partnership with Heriot's Rugby Club, announced October 2021, extending partnership in June 2023. Partnership involves community engagement and fundraising activities.
• Blackmount Private WealthminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate charity partnership announced November 2022. Blackmount Private Wealth chose Capability Scotland as their first charity partner.
• Scottish Poetry LibraryminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership announced June 2022 focused on expanding the reach of poetry to people supported by Capability Scotland.
• The KiltwalkcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerAnnual participation in The Kiltwalk events across Scotland (Edinburgh, Dundee, Glasgow, Aberdeen) as part of #TeamCapability Scotland. Low entrance fees supported by Sir Tom Hunter's Foundation and corporate sponsors.
• PollinationminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate partner that donated flowers for royal visit events.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• ENABLE Scotland: Scottish-based charity providing support services for people with learning disabilities across Scotland, including community-based and residential services. Directly comparable as a Scotland-only disability charity operating residential and community services.
• United Response: UK charity providing person-centred support for people with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs through residential and community services. Comparable as a peer disability support provider with similar care model.
• Hft (Home Farm Trust): UK charity providing residential care, supported living, and learning disability services across England and Wales. Directly comparable as a specialist learning disability provider with similar operational structure and service mix.
• Camphill Scotland: Scotland-based charitable movement providing intentional community living, education, and day opportunities for people with learning disabilities and other support needs. Directly comparable as a Scotland-focused disability charity with residential and educational services.
• Scottish Autism: Scottish charity offering autism-specific support including residential services, schools, day services, and community-based support across Scotland. Comparable as a Scotland-focused disability charity with a multi-service lifespan model.
• The Disabilities Trust: UK charity providing residential care, rehabilitation, and supported living for people with complex disabilities including brain injury and autism. Comparable as a specialist disability provider with similar residential and community service focus.

Broad incumbents

• Sense: UK charity supporting people with complex disabilities including deafblindness, offering residential, educational, and community services nationwide. Comparable as a specialist disability charity with integrated care, education, and community models.
• Leonard Cheshire: UK-wide disability charity operating residential care homes, supported living, and education programs for disabled people. Comparable as a broader incumbent providing similar residential and community services but at much greater national scale.
• Mencap: Largest UK charity supporting people with learning disabilities, offering residential care, supported living, education, and advocacy across England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Comparable as a broad incumbent in the same sector with overlapping service types.
• National Autistic Society: UK charity providing autism-specific education, residential services, and community support. Comparable as a broader incumbent serving a related population with overlapping educational and residential service offerings.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/CapabilityScotland
• Instagraminstagram.com/capabilityscotland
• Xx.com/CapabilityScot

Compliance3 records

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Number of profiles

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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Investments

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