--- title: "Melrose Pre-School Playgroup — check charity number 278992 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Melrose Pre-School Playgroup a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 278992. Education/training charity based in Melrose Avenue. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/melrose-pre-school-playgroup retrieved: 2026-08-23T20:56:09.077Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Melrose Pre-School Playgroup is a registered charity (number 278992) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; other charitable purposes. Its latest reported income was £213,568 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Melrose Pre-School Playgroup? Registered charity number 278992 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Melrose Avenue Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £213,568 ## What does Melrose Pre-School Playgroup do? We are a Charitable Pre-school catering for children in our local area aged 2years to five years old. Supporting the families and following the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum. Ensuring that every child makes a good level of progress and thrives through play and exploration. ## What causes is Melrose Pre-School Playgroup registered for? Education/trainingOther Charitable Purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Melrose Pre-School Playgroup yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Melrose Pre-School 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=melrose-pre-school-playgroup&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Melrose Pre-School Playgroup a legitimate charity? Yes. Melrose Pre-School Playgroup is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 278992) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Melrose Pre-School Playgroup's charity number? Melrose Pre-School Playgroup's charity number is 278992. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 278992? Search 278992 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Melrose Pre-School Playgroup do? We are a Charitable Pre-school catering for children in our local area aged 2years to five years old. Supporting the families and following the Early Years Foundation Stage Curriculum. Ensuring that every child makes a good level of progress and thrives through play and exploration. Does Melrose Pre-School Playgroup have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Melrose Pre-School Playgroup. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Melrose Pre-School Playgroup? Melrose Pre-School Playgroup does not list a website in its register entry. Its official Charity Commission entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, 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://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/278992).