--- title: "Children Inc — check charity number SC047271 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Children Inc a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC047271. the advancement of citizenship or community development 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/children-inc retrieved: 2026-08-18T23:22:03.056Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Children Inc is a registered charity (number SC047271) 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 citizenship or community development; the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended; the promotion of equality and diversity. 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 Children Inc? Registered charity number SC047271 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location East Lothian ## What does Children Inc do? The organisation's purposes are: To promote the advancement of citizenship by working with families in order to find opportunities for children and young people to be involved and included in their community. To facilitate access to recreational facilities and encourage mainstream providers to include children in order to improve the conditions of life for disabled children and young people aged from 5-21 years. To promote equality and diversity through raising awareness to break down barriers and build inclusion. To provide relief to those in need by reason of disability by seeking out opp… ## What causes is Children Inc registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intendedthe promotion of equality and diversity ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Children Inc yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Children Inc 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=children-inc&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Children Inc a legitimate charity? Yes. Children Inc is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC047271) 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 Children Inc's charity number? Children Inc's charity number is SC047271. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC047271? Search SC047271 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 Children Inc do? The organisation's purposes are: To promote the advancement of citizenship by working with families in order to find opportunities for children and young people to be involved and included in their community. To facilitate access to recreational facilities and encourage mainstream providers to include children in order to improve the conditions of life for disabled children and young people aged from 5-21 years. To promote equality and diversity through raising awareness to break down barriers and build inclusion. To provide relief to those in need by reason of disability by seeking out opp… Does Children Inc have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Children Inc. 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 Children Inc? Children Inc 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=SC047271).