--- title: "Springholm Playgroup — check charity number SC009732 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Springholm Playgroup a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC009732. the advancement of education charity based in Dumfries And Galloway. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/springholm-playgroup retrieved: 2026-08-25T07:19:21.272Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Springholm Playgroup is a registered charity (number SC009732) 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 £111,942 (year ending 2025-07-31). 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 Springholm Playgroup? Registered charity number SC009732 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Dumfries And Galloway Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £111,942 ## What does Springholm Playgroup do? Springholm Nursery was established to meet a clear local need for high-quality, affordable early learning and childcare within the Springholm community. The nursery was set up as a community-based, not-for-profit service with the primary purpose of benefiting children and families, rather than generating profit. Its aims are to provide a safe, inclusive and stimulating environment where children can develop socially, emotionally, physically and cognitively, while supporting parents and carers to access employment, training and education. Springholm Nursery also seeks to strengthen communit… ## What causes is Springholm Playgroup registered for? the advancement of education ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Springholm Playgroup yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Springholm 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=springholm-playgroup&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Springholm Playgroup a legitimate charity? Yes. Springholm Playgroup is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC009732) 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 Springholm Playgroup's charity number? Springholm Playgroup's charity number is SC009732. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC009732? Search SC009732 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 Springholm Playgroup do? Springholm Nursery was established to meet a clear local need for high-quality, affordable early learning and childcare within the Springholm community. The nursery was set up as a community-based, not-for-profit service with the primary purpose of benefiting children and families, rather than generating profit. Its aims are to provide a safe, inclusive and stimulating environment where children can develop socially, emotionally, physically and cognitively, while supporting parents and carers to access employment, training and education. Springholm Nursery also seeks to strengthen communit… Does Springholm Playgroup have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Springholm 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 Springholm Playgroup? Springholm Playgroup does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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=SC009732).