Independent profile · Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data
S.m.i.l.e. is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of health, the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage.
S.m.i.l.e. (number SC046166) is listed as registered in the OSCR snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.
What does S.m.i.l.e. do?
S.M.I.L.E. Counselling exists to improve the mental health and emotional wellbeing of children and young people, ensuring they feel heard, supported and able to thrive. Our belief is simple: no child should be left behind because they cannot access the support they need. We provide accessible counselling in schools and community settings, working with families, education, health services and local organisations to reach young people experiencing emotional difficulties. Through early intervention, preventative education and wellbeing workshops, we help young people build confidence, resilienc…
Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.
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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for S.m.i.l.e.
Answers S.m.i.l.e. gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 30 December 2025, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.
Where does S.m.i.l.e.'s money come from?
S.m.i.l.e. reported £510k total income for the year ending 30 December 2025. The largest sources were trading and fundraising events £486k (95%), charitable activities £24k (5%), other income £380 (0%).
Trading and fundraising events£486k · 95%
Charitable activities (fees and contracts)£24k · 5%
Other income£380 · 0%
Investments£10 · 0%
Registration details
Registered as a charity
Also known as
S.M.I.L.E. Counselling (SCIO)
Where it says it operates
West Lothian
What causes is S.m.i.l.e. registered for?
the advancement of healththe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage
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The register data used for this profile lists S.m.i.l.e. as a registered charity (number SC046166) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is S.m.i.l.e.'s charity number?
S.m.i.l.e.'s charity number is SC046166. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC046166?
Search SC046166 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 S.m.i.l.e. do?
S.M.I.L.E. Counselling exists to improve the mental health and emotional wellbeing of children and young people, ensuring they feel heard, supported and able to thrive. Our belief is simple: no child should be left behind because they cannot access the support they need. We provide accessible counselling in schools and community settings, working with families, education, health services and local organisations to reach young people experiencing emotional difficulties. Through early intervention, preventative education and wellbeing workshops, we help young people build confidence, resilienc…
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How can I donate to S.m.i.l.e.?
S.m.i.l.e.'s website listed in our register data is http://www.smilecounselling.org.uk. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.
Where does S.m.i.l.e.'s money come from?
S.m.i.l.e. reported £510k total income for the year ending 30 December 2025. The largest sources were trading and fundraising events £486k (95%), charitable activities £24k (5%), other income £380 (0%).
When was S.m.i.l.e. registered as a charity?
S.m.i.l.e. was entered on the register on 30 November 2015.