Is Early Learners, Westies! a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Early Learners, Westies! as a registered charity (number SC012258) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.

What is Early Learners, Westies!'s charity number?

Early Learners, Westies!'s charity number is SC012258. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC012258?

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Does Early Learners, Westies! have reviews and complaints?

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How can I donate to Early Learners, Westies!?

Early Learners, Westies!'s website listed in our register data is http://www.wlearlylearners.org.uk. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.

When was Early Learners, Westies! registered as a charity?

Early Learners, Westies! was entered on the register on 21 March 1988.

Registered charity · No. SC012258SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

Early Learners, Westies!

Independent profile · Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data

Early Learners, Westies! is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of education.

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What are the key facts about Early Learners, Westies!?

Reported income · year ending 2025-05-31: £113,698
Reported spending · year ending 2025-05-31: £113,668
Registered charity number: SC012258
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Register contact address detail (not service area): Scottish Borders
Website: www.wlearlylearners.org.uk

Quick answer

Early Learners, Westies! (number SC012258) is listed as registered in the OSCR snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.

What does Early Learners, Westies! do?

To advance the education and social development of pre-school children with the emphasis on the play experience, so that they become successful learners, confident individuals, responsible citizens and effective contributors, and take a constructive place in the community and also to develop and enhance the education of their parents, carers and other appropriate persons.In furtherance of the above aims the group shall seek:a To provide safe and satisfying group play and learning.b To encourage other charitable activities through which the parents may support the development of children.

Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Early Learners, Westies!

Answers Early Learners, Westies! gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 31 May 2025, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 21 March 1988
Also known as: West Linton Early Learners
Where it says it operates: Scottish Borders

What causes is Early Learners, Westies! registered for?

the advancement of education

Why is there no Clarity Score for Early Learners, Westies! yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Early Learners, Westies!. An unrated profile is a gap in our assessment, not a negative judgement about the charity. The register facts and available annual-return disclosures above remain useful. Payment never influences a rating. How scoring works

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Frequently asked questions

Is Early Learners, Westies! a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Early Learners, Westies! as a registered charity (number SC012258) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is Early Learners, Westies!'s charity number?: Early Learners, Westies!'s charity number is SC012258. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC012258?: Search SC012258 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 Early Learners, Westies! do?: To advance the education and social development of pre-school children with the emphasis on the play experience, so that they become successful learners, confident individuals, responsible citizens and effective contributors, and take a constructive place in the community and also to develop and enhance the education of their parents, carers and other appropriate persons.In furtherance of the above aims the group shall seek:a To provide safe and satisfying group play and learning.b To encourage other charitable activities through which the parents may support the development of children.
Does Early Learners, Westies! have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Early Learners, Westies!. 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 Early Learners, Westies!?: Early Learners, Westies!'s website listed in our register data is http://www.wlearlylearners.org.uk. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.
When was Early Learners, Westies! registered as a charity?: Early Learners, Westies! was entered on the register on 21 March 1988.

Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-10-04, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.