--- title: "East Calder Playgroup — check charity number SC016077 | CharityCompare" description: "Is East Calder Playgroup a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC016077. 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/east-calder-playgroup retrieved: 2026-08-23T02:59:13.446Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer East Calder Playgroup is a registered charity (number SC016077) 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 promotion of equality and diversity; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £19,057 (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 East Calder Playgroup? Registered charity number SC016077 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location West Lothian Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30) £19,057 ## What does East Calder Playgroup do? The charity is set up to provide a cost effective childcare/playgroup to families. ## What causes is East Calder Playgroup registered for? the advancement of educationthe promotion of equality and diversitythe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for East Calder Playgroup yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. East Calder 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=east-calder-playgroup&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is East Calder Playgroup a legitimate charity? Yes. East Calder Playgroup is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC016077) 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 East Calder Playgroup's charity number? East Calder Playgroup's charity number is SC016077. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC016077? Search SC016077 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 East Calder Playgroup do? The charity is set up to provide a cost effective childcare/playgroup to families. Does East Calder Playgroup have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for East Calder 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 East Calder Playgroup? East Calder 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=SC016077).