--- title: "Stepping Stones Pre-school Centre — check charity number NIC109320 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Stepping Stones Pre-school Centre a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC109320. The advancement of education charity based in Maghera. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/stepping-stones-pre-school-centre retrieved: 2026-08-26T00:00:55.951Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Stepping Stones Pre-school Centre is a registered charity (number NIC109320) on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of education. Its latest reported income was £24,458 (year ending 2024-08-31). 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 Stepping Stones Pre-school Centre? Registered charity number NIC109320 Status Registered (active) Charity type Constitution Location Maghera Latest income (year ending 2024-08-31) £24,458 ## What does Stepping Stones Pre-school Centre do? The aim of the Pre-school is to enhance the development and education of children under statutory school age by encouraging parents/guardians to understand and provide for the needs of their children by: • Offering appropriate play facilities, with the right of parents/carers to take responsibility for and to become involved in the activities of the pre-school, ensuring that the Pre-school offers opportunities for all children, regardless of religion, culture, race or means. • Encouraging the study of the needs of such children and their families and promoting public interest in and recognit… ## What causes is Stepping Stones Pre-school Centre registered for? The advancement of education ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Stepping Stones Pre-school Centre yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Stepping Stones Pre-school 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=stepping-stones-pre-school-centre&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Stepping Stones Pre-school Centre a legitimate charity? Yes. Stepping Stones Pre-school Centre is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC109320) 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 Stepping Stones Pre-school Centre's charity number? Stepping Stones Pre-school Centre's charity number is NIC109320. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC109320? Search NIC109320 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 Stepping Stones Pre-school Centre do? The aim of the Pre-school is to enhance the development and education of children under statutory school age by encouraging parents/guardians to understand and provide for the needs of their children by: • Offering appropriate play facilities, with the right of parents/carers to take responsibility for and to become involved in the activities of the pre-school, ensuring that the Pre-school offers opportunities for all children, regardless of religion, culture, race or means. • Encouraging the study of the needs of such children and their families and promoting public interest in and recognit… Does Stepping Stones Pre-school Centre have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Stepping Stones Pre-school 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 Northern Ireland (CCNI) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Stepping Stones Pre-school Centre? Stepping Stones Pre-school Centre does not list a website in its register entry. Its official CCNI entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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=109320&subId=0).