--- title: "Bishopthorpe Pre-School Playgroup — check charity number 1159473 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Bishopthorpe Pre-School Playgroup a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1159473. Education/training charity based in Ferry Lane. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bishopthorpe-pre-school-playgroup retrieved: 2026-08-18T20:05:35.629Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Bishopthorpe Pre-School Playgroup is a registered charity (number 1159473) 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 £102,295 (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 Bishopthorpe Pre-School Playgroup? Registered charity number 1159473 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Ferry Lane Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £102,295 Website [www.bishopthorpe-playgroup.org.uk](http://www.bishopthorpe-playgroup.org.uk/) ## What does Bishopthorpe Pre-School Playgroup do? Bishopthorpe Preschool Playgroup caters for children aged 3 - 4 within Bishopthorpe. Our team of staff and committee work together to ensure that all children and their families are supported and happy. We offer a caring, exciting and stimulating environment for the children to learn and develop at their own pace. We also offer Forest School sessions and have excellent links with the local school. ## What causes is Bishopthorpe Pre-School Playgroup registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bishopthorpe Pre-School Playgroup yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bishopthorpe Pre-School 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=bishopthorpe-pre-school-playgroup&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.bishopthorpe-playgroup.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Bishopthorpe Pre-School Playgroup a legitimate charity? Yes. Bishopthorpe Pre-School Playgroup is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1159473) 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 Bishopthorpe Pre-School Playgroup's charity number? Bishopthorpe Pre-School Playgroup's charity number is 1159473. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1159473? Search 1159473 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 Bishopthorpe Pre-School Playgroup do? Bishopthorpe Preschool Playgroup caters for children aged 3 - 4 within Bishopthorpe. Our team of staff and committee work together to ensure that all children and their families are supported and happy. We offer a caring, exciting and stimulating environment for the children to learn and develop at their own pace. We also offer Forest School sessions and have excellent links with the local school. Does Bishopthorpe Pre-School Playgroup have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bishopthorpe Pre-School 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 Bishopthorpe Pre-School Playgroup? Bishopthorpe Pre-School Playgroup's website is http://www.bishopthorpe-playgroup.org.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/1159473).