--- title: "Auld Kirk Nursery — check charity number SC012462 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Auld Kirk Nursery a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC012462. the advancement of education charity based in Aberdeenshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/auld-kirk-nursery retrieved: 2026-08-19T06:15:31.778Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Auld Kirk Nursery is a registered charity (number SC012462) 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 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; the promotion of religious or racial harmony. Its latest reported income was £77,649 (year ending 2025-07-31). 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 Auld Kirk Nursery? Registered charity number SC012462 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Aberdeenshire Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £77,649 ## What does Auld Kirk Nursery do? Auld Kirk nursery provides a nursery for children 2 years 6 months up to 5 years old. In partnership with Aberdeenshire council we provide funded places for 3 and 4 years old olds. We can provide for up to 24 children in the mornings and 10 in the afternoons . We operate in a church hall rent free. ## What causes is Auld Kirk Nursery registered for? the advancement of educationthe 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 intendedthe promotion of religious or racial harmony ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Auld Kirk Nursery yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Auld Kirk Nursery 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=auld-kirk-nursery&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Auld Kirk Nursery a legitimate charity? Yes. Auld Kirk Nursery is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC012462) 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 Auld Kirk Nursery's charity number? Auld Kirk Nursery's charity number is SC012462. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC012462? Search SC012462 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 Auld Kirk Nursery do? Auld Kirk nursery provides a nursery for children 2 years 6 months up to 5 years old. In partnership with Aberdeenshire council we provide funded places for 3 and 4 years old olds. We can provide for up to 24 children in the mornings and 10 in the afternoons . We operate in a church hall rent free. Does Auld Kirk Nursery have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Auld Kirk Nursery. 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 Auld Kirk Nursery? Auld Kirk Nursery does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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=SC012462).