--- title: "Children’s Health Scotland — check charity number SC006016 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Children’s Health Scotland a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC006016. the advancement of health charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/children-s-health-scotland retrieved: 2026-08-19T00:43:55.710Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Children’s Health Scotland is a registered charity (number SC006016) 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 health. Its latest reported income was £339,359 (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 Children’s Health Scotland? Registered charity number SC006016 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £339,359 Website [www.childrenshealthscotland.org](http://www.childrenshealthscotland.org/) ## What does Children’s Health Scotland do? Children’s Health Scotland exists to ensure every child and young person in Scotland has the right to the best possible health. We do this by informing, promoting, and campaigning on their healthcare needs and rights, especially those with health conditions or care experience. Our services include Self-Management Skills Programmes, health-related play, tailored support for carers, and rights-based education. We are proudly child-led through our Health Rights Defenders—young volunteers who shape our resources, events, and advocacy. We work in partnership with families, professionals, and natio… ## What causes is Children’s Health Scotland registered for? the advancement of health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Children’s Health Scotland yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Children’s Health 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=children-s-health-scotland&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.childrenshealthscotland.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Children’s Health Scotland a legitimate charity? Yes. Children’s Health Scotland is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC006016) 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’s Health Scotland's charity number? Children’s Health Scotland's charity number is SC006016. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC006016? Search SC006016 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’s Health Scotland do? Children’s Health Scotland exists to ensure every child and young person in Scotland has the right to the best possible health. We do this by informing, promoting, and campaigning on their healthcare needs and rights, especially those with health conditions or care experience. Our services include Self-Management Skills Programmes, health-related play, tailored support for carers, and rights-based education. We are proudly child-led through our Health Rights Defenders—young volunteers who shape our resources, events, and advocacy. We work in partnership with families, professionals, and natio… Does Children’s Health Scotland have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Children’s Health 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 Children’s Health Scotland? Children’s Health Scotland's website is http://www.childrenshealthscotland.org — 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=SC006016).