--- title: "Dalbeattie Playgroup — check charity number SC008748 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Dalbeattie Playgroup a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC008748. the advancement of education charity based in Dumfries And Galloway. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/dalbeattie-playgroup retrieved: 2026-08-23T01:05:31.330Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Dalbeattie Playgroup is a registered charity (number SC008748) 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 citizenship or community development; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £146,010 (year ending 2024-07-31). 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 Dalbeattie Playgroup? Registered charity number SC008748 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Dumfries And Galloway Latest income (year ending 2024-07-31) £146,010 ## What does Dalbeattie Playgroup do? Provide childcare and learning to children below school age. ## What causes is Dalbeattie Playgroup registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Dalbeattie Playgroup yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Dalbeattie Playgroup 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=dalbeattie-playgroup&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Dalbeattie Playgroup a legitimate charity? Yes. Dalbeattie Playgroup is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC008748) 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 Dalbeattie Playgroup's charity number? Dalbeattie Playgroup's charity number is SC008748. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC008748? Search SC008748 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 Dalbeattie Playgroup do? Provide childcare and learning to children below school age. Does Dalbeattie Playgroup have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Dalbeattie Playgroup. 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 Dalbeattie Playgroup? Dalbeattie Playgroup 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=SC008748).