--- title: "Temple Nursery Playgroup — check charity number SC020435 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Temple Nursery Playgroup a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC020435. the advancement of education charity based in Midlothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/temple-nursery-playgroup retrieved: 2026-08-23T09:29:34.166Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Temple Nursery Playgroup is a registered charity (number SC020435) 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; the advancement of citizenship or community development; the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. Its latest reported income was £135,683 (year ending 2024-07-31). 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 Temple Nursery Playgroup? Registered charity number SC020435 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Midlothian Latest income (year ending 2024-07-31) £135,683 Website [www.templenursery.co.uk](http://www.templenursery.co.uk/) ## What does Temple Nursery Playgroup do? Providing care and early education to children under 5 through a learning through play approach ## What causes is Temple Nursery Playgroup registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Temple Nursery Playgroup yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Temple Nursery 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=temple-nursery-playgroup&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.templenursery.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Temple Nursery Playgroup a legitimate charity? Yes. Temple Nursery Playgroup is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC020435) 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 Temple Nursery Playgroup's charity number? Temple Nursery Playgroup's charity number is SC020435. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC020435? Search SC020435 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 Temple Nursery Playgroup do? Providing care and early education to children under 5 through a learning through play approach Does Temple Nursery Playgroup have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Temple Nursery 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 Temple Nursery Playgroup? Temple Nursery Playgroup's website is http://www.templenursery.co.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on 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=SC020435).