--- title: "Rainbow Pre-School (York) — check charity number 1214081 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Rainbow Pre-School (York) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1214081. Education/training charity based in Ostman Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/rainbow-pre-school-york retrieved: 2026-08-23T03:22:28.452Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Rainbow Pre-School (York) is a registered charity (number 1214081) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training. 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 Rainbow Pre-School (York)? Registered charity number 1214081 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Ostman Road Website [www.rainbowpreschoolyork.co.uk](http://www.rainbowpreschoolyork.co.uk/) ## What does Rainbow Pre-School (York) do? Rainbow Pre-School is a thriving preschool that caters for children aged 2 years to statutory school age. We offer a range of opportunities to learn through play in our well structured indoor & outdoor areas. We strive to create a nurturing & stimulating environment with regularly changing activity areas. The preschool uses the EYFS & Development Matters to provide a carefully planned curriculum. ## What causes is Rainbow Pre-School (York) registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Rainbow Pre-School (York) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Rainbow Pre-School (York) 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=rainbow-pre-school-york&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.rainbowpreschoolyork.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Rainbow Pre-School (York) a legitimate charity? Yes. Rainbow Pre-School (York) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1214081) 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 Rainbow Pre-School (York)'s charity number? Rainbow Pre-School (York)'s charity number is 1214081. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1214081? Search 1214081 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 Rainbow Pre-School (York) do? Rainbow Pre-School is a thriving preschool that caters for children aged 2 years to statutory school age. We offer a range of opportunities to learn through play in our well structured indoor & outdoor areas. We strive to create a nurturing & stimulating environment with regularly changing activity areas. The preschool uses the EYFS & Development Matters to provide a carefully planned curriculum. Does Rainbow Pre-School (York) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Rainbow Pre-School (York). 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 Rainbow Pre-School (York)? Rainbow Pre-School (York)'s website is http://www.rainbowpreschoolyork.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/1214081).