--- title: "Ridgeway Methodist Children's Care Centre — check charity number 1162802 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Ridgeway Methodist Children's Care Centre a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1162802. Education/training charity based in Mudge Way. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/ridgeway-methodist-children-s-care-centre retrieved: 2026-08-23T21:53:33.548Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Ridgeway Methodist Children's Care Centre is a registered charity (number 1162802) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; religious activities. Its latest reported income was £78,033 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 Ridgeway Methodist Children's Care Centre? Registered charity number 1162802 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Mudge Way Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £78,033 Website [ridgewaymethodistchurch.org.uk](http://ridgewaymethodistchurch.org.uk/) ## What does Ridgeway Methodist Children's Care Centre do? We provide childcare as a preschool registered by Ofsted and also run separate parent and toddler sessions. We are part of the mission of Ridgeway Methodist Church, Plympton, Plymouth PL7 1JJ and operate on the church premises. ## What causes is Ridgeway Methodist Children's Care Centre registered for? Education/trainingReligious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Ridgeway Methodist Children's Care Centre yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Ridgeway Methodist Children's Care Centre 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=ridgeway-methodist-children-s-care-centre&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://ridgewaymethodistchurch.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Ridgeway Methodist Children's Care Centre a legitimate charity? Yes. Ridgeway Methodist Children's Care Centre is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1162802) 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 Ridgeway Methodist Children's Care Centre's charity number? Ridgeway Methodist Children's Care Centre's charity number is 1162802. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1162802? Search 1162802 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 Ridgeway Methodist Children's Care Centre do? We provide childcare as a preschool registered by Ofsted and also run separate parent and toddler sessions. We are part of the mission of Ridgeway Methodist Church, Plympton, Plymouth PL7 1JJ and operate on the church premises. Does Ridgeway Methodist Children's Care Centre have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Ridgeway Methodist Children's Care Centre. 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 Ridgeway Methodist Children's Care Centre? Ridgeway Methodist Children's Care Centre's website is http://ridgewaymethodistchurch.org.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/1162802).