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title: "Think Circus — check charity number SC052613 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Think Circus a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC052613. the advancement of education charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/think-circus
retrieved: 2026-08-28T17:22:26.018Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Think Circus is a registered charity (number SC052613) 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 the arts, heritage, culture or science; the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. Its latest reported income was £178,346 (year ending 2025-06-30). 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 Think Circus?

Registered charity number

SC052613

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

Location

City of Edinburgh

Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30)

£178,346

Website

[www.thinkcircus.co.uk](http://www.thinkcircus.co.uk/)

## What does Think Circus do?

Think Circus is an Edinburgh-based social circus, running community-based circus classes and projects across the city, including Leith, Granton and Craigmillar. Our mission is to take circus arts beyond the big top, contributing to a happier, healthier society. Reaching over 15,400 participants annually (including 75 regular participants), we are driven by core values of connection, quality and playfulness. You can find us popping up in local parks and community hubs with our Circus Bike, illuminating the evenings with our spell-binding fire and light performances, and encouraging young peopl…

## What causes is Think Circus registered for?

the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Think Circus yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Think Circus 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)

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Think Circus a legitimate charity?

Yes. Think Circus is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC052613) 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 Think Circus's charity number?

Think Circus's charity number is SC052613. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC052613?

Search SC052613 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 Think Circus do?

Think Circus is an Edinburgh-based social circus, running community-based circus classes and projects across the city, including Leith, Granton and Craigmillar. Our mission is to take circus arts beyond the big top, contributing to a happier, healthier society. Reaching over 15,400 participants annually (including 75 regular participants), we are driven by core values of connection, quality and playfulness. You can find us popping up in local parks and community hubs with our Circus Bike, illuminating the evenings with our spell-binding fire and light performances, and encouraging young peopl…

Does Think Circus have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Think Circus. 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 Think Circus?

Think Circus's website is http://www.thinkcircus.co.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=SC052613).