--- title: "Growing Families (SCIO) — check charity number SC050263 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Growing Families (SCIO) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC050263. the advancement of education charity based in Midlothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/growing-families-scio retrieved: 2026-08-24T08:34:52.098Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Growing Families (SCIO) is a registered charity (number SC050263) 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 education; 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 relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £25,586 (year ending 2025-05-01). 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 Growing Families (SCIO)? Registered charity number SC050263 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Midlothian Latest income (year ending 2025-05-01) £25,586 ## What does Growing Families (SCIO) do? Growing Families is a lottery funded volunteer run group that organises fun pre-school activities at The Link, Loanhead. Our groups and activities are all designed to support families through their parenting journey. All are welcome, no need to book. Our kids’ sessions encourage Muddy, Messy and Active play. We want all children to enjoy creative learning using music, arts and the outdoors. Growing Families host a weekly JUNO perinatal mental health support group. ## What causes is Growing Families (SCIO) registered for? the advancement of educationthe 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 relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Growing Families (SCIO) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Growing Families (SCIO) 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=growing-families-scio&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Growing Families (SCIO) a legitimate charity? Yes. Growing Families (SCIO) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC050263) 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 Growing Families (SCIO)'s charity number? Growing Families (SCIO)'s charity number is SC050263. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC050263? Search SC050263 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 Growing Families (SCIO) do? Growing Families is a lottery funded volunteer run group that organises fun pre-school activities at The Link, Loanhead. Our groups and activities are all designed to support families through their parenting journey. All are welcome, no need to book. Our kids’ sessions encourage Muddy, Messy and Active play. We want all children to enjoy creative learning using music, arts and the outdoors. Growing Families host a weekly JUNO perinatal mental health support group. Does Growing Families (SCIO) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Growing Families (SCIO). 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 Growing Families (SCIO)? Growing Families (SCIO) 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=SC050263).