--- title: "Nile Grove Community Playgroup — check charity number SC008817 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Nile Grove Community Playgroup a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC008817. the advancement of education charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/nile-grove-community-playgroup retrieved: 2026-08-23T19:56:50.492Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Nile Grove Community Playgroup is a registered charity (number SC008817) 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. Its latest reported income was £23,205 (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 Nile Grove Community Playgroup? Registered charity number SC008817 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2021-07-31) £23,205 Website [www.nilegroveplaygroup.co.uk](http://www.nilegroveplaygroup.co.uk/) ## What does Nile Grove Community Playgroup do? 2. The aim of the group is to advance the education and social development of pre-school children with the emphasis on the play experience, so that they take a constructive place in the community and also to advance the education of their parents 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. ## What causes is Nile Grove Community Playgroup registered for? the advancement of education ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Nile Grove Community Playgroup yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Nile Grove Community 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=nile-grove-community-playgroup&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.nilegroveplaygroup.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Nile Grove Community Playgroup a legitimate charity? Yes. Nile Grove Community Playgroup is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC008817) 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 Nile Grove Community Playgroup's charity number? Nile Grove Community Playgroup's charity number is SC008817. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC008817? Search SC008817 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 Nile Grove Community Playgroup do? 2. The aim of the group is to advance the education and social development of pre-school children with the emphasis on the play experience, so that they take a constructive place in the community and also to advance the education of their parents 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 Nile Grove Community Playgroup have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Nile Grove Community 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 Nile Grove Community Playgroup? Nile Grove Community Playgroup's website is http://www.nilegroveplaygroup.co.uk — 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=SC008817).