--- title: "Lochside Playgroup — check charity number SC013205 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Lochside Playgroup a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC013205. 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/lochside-playgroup retrieved: 2026-08-24T11:14:32.792Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Lochside Playgroup is a registered charity (number SC013205) 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 relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £17,568 (year ending 2021-07-31). 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 Lochside Playgroup? Registered charity number SC013205 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location West Lothian Latest income (year ending 2021-07-31) £17,568 Website [www.lochsideplaygroup.org](http://www.lochsideplaygroup.org/) ## What does Lochside Playgroup do? The aim of the playgroup is to promote the aim of the Scottish Pre-School Playgroups association, which is to advance the education of pre-school children so that they may take a constructive place in the community and also the education of their parents, and in furtherance of that aim, (a) to provide safe and satisfying group play in which parents take part when appropriate. (b) to encourage other charitable activities through which parents may help the children ## What causes is Lochside Playgroup registered for? the advancement of educationthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Lochside Playgroup yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Lochside 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=lochside-playgroup&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.lochsideplaygroup.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Lochside Playgroup a legitimate charity? Yes. Lochside Playgroup is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC013205) 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 Lochside Playgroup's charity number? Lochside Playgroup's charity number is SC013205. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC013205? Search SC013205 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 Lochside Playgroup do? The aim of the playgroup is to promote the aim of the Scottish Pre-School Playgroups association, which is to advance the education of pre-school children so that they may take a constructive place in the community and also the education of their parents, and in furtherance of that aim, (a) to provide safe and satisfying group play in which parents take part when appropriate. (b) to encourage other charitable activities through which parents may help the children Does Lochside Playgroup have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Lochside 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 Lochside Playgroup? Lochside Playgroup's website is http://www.lochsideplaygroup.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](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=SC013205).