--- title: "Soft Steps Whitburn — check charity number SC055053 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Soft Steps Whitburn a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC055053. the advancement of education 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/soft-steps-whitburn retrieved: 2026-08-24T23:09:18.453Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Soft Steps Whitburn is a registered charity (number SC055053) 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 health; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. 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 Soft Steps Whitburn? Registered charity number SC055053 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location West Lothian ## What does Soft Steps Whitburn do? (a) the relief of those in need by reason of age, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage, in particular children and families in Whitburn and the surrounding area. (b) the advancement of education, in particular by providing inclusive, parent-led play opportunities that support the social, emotional and developmental needs of babies and young children. and (c) the advancement of health, including mental and emotional wellbeing, by providing a safe, supportive and welcoming community play environment for children and their parents or carers. ## What causes is Soft Steps Whitburn registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of healththe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Soft Steps Whitburn yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Soft Steps Whitburn 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=soft-steps-whitburn&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Soft Steps Whitburn a legitimate charity? Yes. Soft Steps Whitburn is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC055053) 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 Soft Steps Whitburn's charity number? Soft Steps Whitburn's charity number is SC055053. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC055053? Search SC055053 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 Soft Steps Whitburn do? (a) the relief of those in need by reason of age, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage, in particular children and families in Whitburn and the surrounding area. (b) the advancement of education, in particular by providing inclusive, parent-led play opportunities that support the social, emotional and developmental needs of babies and young children. and (c) the advancement of health, including mental and emotional wellbeing, by providing a safe, supportive and welcoming community play environment for children and their parents or carers. Does Soft Steps Whitburn have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Soft Steps Whitburn. 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 Soft Steps Whitburn? Soft Steps Whitburn 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=SC055053).