--- title: "Home-Start West Lothian — check charity number SC029770 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Home-Start West Lothian a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC029770. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in West Lothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/home-start-west-lothian retrieved: 2026-08-24T14:03:49.157Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Home-Start West Lothian is a registered charity (number SC029770) 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 £347,317 (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 Home-Start West Lothian? Registered charity number SC029770 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location West Lothian Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £347,317 Website [www.homestartwl.org.uk](http://www.homestartwl.org.uk/) ## What does Home-Start West Lothian do? Home Start West Lothian provides support to families in West Lothian with young children. We deliver support in three ways: via trained volunteers, via our network of weekly Groups, and via direct staff support. ## What causes is Home-Start West Lothian registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Home-Start West Lothian yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Home-Start West Lothian 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=home-start-west-lothian&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.homestartwl.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Home-Start West Lothian a legitimate charity? Yes. Home-Start West Lothian is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC029770) 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 Home-Start West Lothian's charity number? Home-Start West Lothian's charity number is SC029770. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC029770? Search SC029770 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 Home-Start West Lothian do? Home Start West Lothian provides support to families in West Lothian with young children. We deliver support in three ways: via trained volunteers, via our network of weekly Groups, and via direct staff support. Does Home-Start West Lothian have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Home-Start West Lothian. 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 Home-Start West Lothian? Home-Start West Lothian's website is http://www.homestartwl.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=SC029770).