--- title: "Smile Scotland — check charity number SC044981 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Smile Scotland a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC044981. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Aberdeen. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/smile-scotland retrieved: 2026-08-24T21:07:12.533Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Smile Scotland is a registered charity (number SC044981) 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; any other purpose that may reasonably be regarded as analogous to any of the preceding purposes. Its latest reported income was £696,400 (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 Smile Scotland? Registered charity number SC044981 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Aberdeen Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £696,400 Website [smilescotland.org.uk](http://smilescotland.org.uk/) ## What does Smile Scotland do? We empower people with the skills, knowledge, confidence & experience to overcome the barriers that they face when getting into, or sustaining, employment. We doing this in order that they can avoid living in poverty & can sustain positive mental & physical health & well-being. How: Understanding all aspects of the workplace, including Health & Safety. Understanding the needs & expectations of employers, colleagues, customers, & self. Recognising barriers to employment & how to overcome them in order to sustain employment. Making use of positive, solution-focussed approaches with short-, med… ## What causes is Smile Scotland registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationany other purpose that may reasonably be regarded as analogous to any of the preceding purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Smile Scotland yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Smile 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=smile-scotland&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://smilescotland.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Smile Scotland a legitimate charity? Yes. Smile Scotland is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC044981) 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 Smile Scotland's charity number? Smile Scotland's charity number is SC044981. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC044981? Search SC044981 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 Smile Scotland do? We empower people with the skills, knowledge, confidence & experience to overcome the barriers that they face when getting into, or sustaining, employment. We doing this in order that they can avoid living in poverty & can sustain positive mental & physical health & well-being. How: Understanding all aspects of the workplace, including Health & Safety. Understanding the needs & expectations of employers, colleagues, customers, & self. Recognising barriers to employment & how to overcome them in order to sustain employment. Making use of positive, solution-focussed approaches with short-, med… Does Smile Scotland have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Smile 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 Smile Scotland? Smile Scotland's website is http://smilescotland.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=SC044981).