--- title: "The Croft Playgroup — check charity number 1179719 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Croft Playgroup a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1179719. Education/training charity based in Larch Avenue. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-croft-playgroup retrieved: 2026-08-25T03:40:30.036Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Croft Playgroup is a registered charity (number 1179719) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training. Its latest reported income was £54,198 (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 The Croft Playgroup? Registered charity number 1179719 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Larch Avenue Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £54,198 ## What does The Croft Playgroup do? We run a small group where we promote learning through play. We provide a stimulating eviroment where the children will learn to play and socialise ## What causes is The Croft Playgroup registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Croft Playgroup yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Croft 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=the-croft-playgroup&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Croft Playgroup a legitimate charity? Yes. The Croft Playgroup is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1179719) 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 The Croft Playgroup's charity number? The Croft Playgroup's charity number is 1179719. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1179719? Search 1179719 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 The Croft Playgroup do? We run a small group where we promote learning through play. We provide a stimulating eviroment where the children will learn to play and socialise Does The Croft Playgroup have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Croft Playgroup. 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 The Croft Playgroup? The Croft Playgroup does not list a website in its register entry. Its official Charity Commission entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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/1179719).