--- title: "St John's Bright Start — check charity number NIC106777 | CharityCompare" description: "Is St John's Bright Start a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC106777. The advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in Maghera. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/st-john-s-bright-start retrieved: 2026-08-25T13:20:31.938Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer St John's Bright Start is a registered charity (number NIC106777) on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of citizenship or community development. Its latest reported income was £35,234 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 St John's Bright Start? Registered charity number NIC106777 Status Registered (active) Charity type Memorandum and Articles Location Maghera Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £35,234 Website [www.stjohnsswatragh.com](http://www.stjohnsswatragh.com/) ## What does St John's Bright Start do? The Charity's objects("Objects") are to:- (1) Enhance the social and personal development, education, health and well-being of school age children, regardless of religion, culture, race, means or ability, by providing high quality and affordable daily child care facilities for pupils at St. John's Primary School and those from other schools in the Swatragh/Maghera area and its environs. (2) Facilitate parents or carers of school age children to engage in education, training and employment opportunities. ## What causes is St John's Bright Start registered for? The advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for St John's Bright Start yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. St John's Bright Start 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=st-john-s-bright-start&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.stjohnsswatragh.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is St John's Bright Start a legitimate charity? Yes. St John's Bright Start is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC106777) regulated by the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is St John's Bright Start's charity number? St John's Bright Start's charity number is NIC106777. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC106777? Search NIC106777 on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does St John's Bright Start do? The Charity's objects("Objects") are to:- (1) Enhance the social and personal development, education, health and well-being of school age children, regardless of religion, culture, race, means or ability, by providing high quality and affordable daily child care facilities for pupils at St. John's Primary School and those from other schools in the Swatragh/Maghera area and its environs. (2) Facilitate parents or carers of school age children to engage in education, training and employment opportunities. Does St John's Bright Start have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for St John's Bright Start. 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 Northern Ireland (CCNI) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to St John's Bright Start? St John's Bright Start's website is http://www.stjohnsswatragh.com — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register extract dated 2026-08-12, 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.charitycommissionni.org.uk/charity-search/charity-details-page/?regId=106777&subId=0).