--- title: "Parklea Branching Out — check charity number SC027216 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Parklea Branching Out a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC027216. the advancement of education charity based in Inverclyde. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/parklea-branching-out retrieved: 2026-08-23T09:10:06.241Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Parklea Branching Out is a registered charity (number SC027216) 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 advancement of environmental protection or improvement; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £1,116,023 (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 Parklea Branching Out? Registered charity number SC027216 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Inverclyde Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £1,116,023 Website [www.parkleaassociation.org.uk](http://www.parkleaassociation.org.uk/) ## What does Parklea Branching Out do? Parklea use horticulture as a vehicle to provide a variety of different training work experience, supported employment, recreational and social facilities for a variety of those with mental health problems, school leavers, youn and long term unemployed, elderly groups and community groups. ## What causes is Parklea Branching Out registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of environmental protection or improvementthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Parklea Branching Out yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Parklea Branching Out 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=parklea-branching-out&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.parkleaassociation.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Parklea Branching Out a legitimate charity? Yes. Parklea Branching Out is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC027216) 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 Parklea Branching Out's charity number? Parklea Branching Out's charity number is SC027216. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC027216? Search SC027216 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 Parklea Branching Out do? Parklea use horticulture as a vehicle to provide a variety of different training work experience, supported employment, recreational and social facilities for a variety of those with mental health problems, school leavers, youn and long term unemployed, elderly groups and community groups. Does Parklea Branching Out have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Parklea Branching Out. 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 Parklea Branching Out? Parklea Branching Out's website is http://www.parkleaassociation.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=SC027216).