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Registered charity · No. SC046483SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)West Lothian

The School Bank West Lothian

The School Bank West Lothian is a registered charity in Scotland working in the prevention or relief of poverty, the advancement of education, the advancement of religion, based in West Lothian.

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The School Bank West Lothian is a registered charity (number SC046483) 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 religion. Its latest reported income was £207,108 (year ending 2025-04-30). 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 The School Bank West Lothian?

Registered charity number
SC046483
Status
Registered (active)
Charity type
SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Location
West Lothian
Latest income (year ending 2025-04-30)
£207,108

What does The School Bank West Lothian do?

The School Bank West Lothian is making a difference to children and parents across our West Lothian communities, preparing for the school day. We are a volunteer-led group aiming to improve the lives of children in families in West Lothian experiencing financial hardship by providing them with a brand new school uniform and other clothing and equipment required for the school day. The uniforms are distributed by referral from organisations working with families. We do not liaise directly with families. We accept referrals from professionals in the community such as Head Teachers, Social Worke…

What causes is The School Bank West Lothian registered for?

the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of religion

Why is there no Clarity Score for The School Bank West Lothian yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The School Bank 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

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Frequently asked questions

Is The School Bank West Lothian a legitimate charity?
Yes. The School Bank West Lothian is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC046483) 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 The School Bank West Lothian's charity number?
The School Bank West Lothian's charity number is SC046483. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC046483?
Search SC046483 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 The School Bank West Lothian do?
The School Bank West Lothian is making a difference to children and parents across our West Lothian communities, preparing for the school day. We are a volunteer-led group aiming to improve the lives of children in families in West Lothian experiencing financial hardship by providing them with a brand new school uniform and other clothing and equipment required for the school day. The uniforms are distributed by referral from organisations working with families. We do not liaise directly with families. We accept referrals from professionals in the community such as Head Teachers, Social Worke…
Does The School Bank West Lothian have reviews and complaints?
CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The School Bank 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 The School Bank West Lothian?
The School Bank West Lothian's website is https://schoolbank-westlothian.org — 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. Always verify current details on the official register entry.