--- title: "Norristhorpe Playgroup — check charity number 1036085 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Norristhorpe Playgroup a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1036085. Education/training charity based in Lodge Lane. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/norristhorpe-playgroup retrieved: 2026-08-23T22:49:47.687Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Norristhorpe Playgroup is a registered charity (number 1036085) 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 £178,378 (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 Norristhorpe Playgroup? Registered charity number 1036085 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Lodge Lane Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £178,378 Website [norristhorpeplaygroup.co.uk](http://norristhorpeplaygroup.co.uk/) ## What does Norristhorpe Playgroup do? The activities that we cover during each session with the children are : Role Play, mark making,computers,construction,small world, book area, messy area (ie. painting, sand,water,play dough). Everything to meet the ofsted requirements. ## What causes is Norristhorpe Playgroup registered for? Education/trainingOther Charitable Purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Norristhorpe Playgroup yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Norristhorpe 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=norristhorpe-playgroup&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://norristhorpeplaygroup.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Norristhorpe Playgroup a legitimate charity? Yes. Norristhorpe Playgroup is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1036085) 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 Norristhorpe Playgroup's charity number? Norristhorpe Playgroup's charity number is 1036085. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1036085? Search 1036085 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 Norristhorpe Playgroup do? The activities that we cover during each session with the children are : Role Play, mark making,computers,construction,small world, book area, messy area (ie. painting, sand,water,play dough). Everything to meet the ofsted requirements. Does Norristhorpe Playgroup have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Norristhorpe 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 Norristhorpe Playgroup? Norristhorpe Playgroup's website is http://norristhorpeplaygroup.co.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on 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/1036085).