--- title: "Acton Playgroup — check charity number 1027943 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Acton Playgroup a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1027943. Education/training charity based in Glemsford. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/acton-playgroup retrieved: 2026-08-18T06:36:28.669Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Acton Playgroup is a registered charity (number 1027943) 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 £171,482 (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 Acton Playgroup? Registered charity number 1027943 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Glemsford Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £171,482 Website [www.actonplaygroup.co.uk](http://www.actonplaygroup.co.uk/) ## What does Acton Playgroup do? Acton Playgroup provides a safe, stimulating and secure learning environment. A high standard of care and learning opportunities which actively promote all areas of children's development. Child care which meets the diverse needs of the local community regardless of race, culture, religion, ability means. Children and their families with a provision that promotes equality and values diversity. ## What causes is Acton Playgroup registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Acton Playgroup yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Acton 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=acton-playgroup&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.actonplaygroup.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Acton Playgroup a legitimate charity? Yes. Acton Playgroup is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1027943) 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 Acton Playgroup's charity number? Acton Playgroup's charity number is 1027943. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1027943? Search 1027943 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 Acton Playgroup do? Acton Playgroup provides a safe, stimulating and secure learning environment. A high standard of care and learning opportunities which actively promote all areas of children's development. Child care which meets the diverse needs of the local community regardless of race, culture, religion, ability means. Children and their families with a provision that promotes equality and values diversity. Does Acton Playgroup have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Acton 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 Acton Playgroup? Acton Playgroup's website is http://www.actonplaygroup.co.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on 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/1027943).