--- title: "Barnardo’s Scotland — check charity number SC037605 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Barnardo’s Scotland a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC037605. the prevention or relief of poverty 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/barnardo-s-scotland-sc retrieved: 2026-08-18T05:22:11.426Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Barnardo’s Scotland is a registered charity (number SC037605) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; the advancement of education; the advancement of health. Its latest reported income was £345,552,000 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Barnardo’s Scotland? Registered charity number SC037605 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £345,552,000 Website [www.barnardos.org.uk](http://www.barnardos.org.uk/) ## What does Barnardo’s Scotland do? The Objects of the Charity are for the public benefit: To promote the care, safety and upbringing of children and young people by:- supporting and assisting those in need, their families and carers. promoting their health. and advancing their education. The relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. ## What causes is Barnardo’s Scotland registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Barnardo’s Scotland yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Barnardo’s Scotland 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=barnardo-s-scotland-sc&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.barnardos.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Barnardo’s Scotland a legitimate charity? Yes. Barnardo’s Scotland is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC037605) 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 Barnardo’s Scotland's charity number? Barnardo’s Scotland's charity number is SC037605. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC037605? Search SC037605 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 Barnardo’s Scotland do? The Objects of the Charity are for the public benefit: To promote the care, safety and upbringing of children and young people by:- supporting and assisting those in need, their families and carers. promoting their health. and advancing their education. The relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Does Barnardo’s Scotland have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Barnardo’s Scotland. 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 Barnardo’s Scotland? Barnardo’s Scotland's website is http://www.barnardos.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=SC037605).