--- title: "Bolton Children's Opportunity Group — check charity number 1151118 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Bolton Children's Opportunity Group a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1151118. Education/training charity based in Lowndes Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bolton-children-s-opportunity-group retrieved: 2026-08-18T23:24:01.611Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Bolton Children's Opportunity Group is a registered charity (number 1151118) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; disability. Its latest reported income was £472,353 (year ending 2025-03-30). 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 Bolton Children's Opportunity Group? Registered charity number 1151118 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Lowndes Street Latest income (year ending 2025-03-30) £472,353 Website [www.boltoncog.co.uk](http://www.boltoncog.co.uk/) ## What does Bolton Children's Opportunity Group do? Bolton Children's Opportunity Group (COG) provides a stepping stone between home, playgroup and/or nursery, giving under 5s with special needs the opportunity to play and learn alongside their peers. COG has become a leader in the field of inclusive provision for under 5s. COG gives parents of children with special needs the chance to meet others with similar problems and so be of mutual help. ## What causes is Bolton Children's Opportunity Group registered for? Education/trainingDisability ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bolton Children's Opportunity Group yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bolton Children's Opportunity Group 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=bolton-children-s-opportunity-group&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.boltoncog.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Bolton Children's Opportunity Group a legitimate charity? Yes. Bolton Children's Opportunity Group is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1151118) 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 Bolton Children's Opportunity Group's charity number? Bolton Children's Opportunity Group's charity number is 1151118. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1151118? Search 1151118 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 Bolton Children's Opportunity Group do? Bolton Children's Opportunity Group (COG) provides a stepping stone between home, playgroup and/or nursery, giving under 5s with special needs the opportunity to play and learn alongside their peers. COG has become a leader in the field of inclusive provision for under 5s. COG gives parents of children with special needs the chance to meet others with similar problems and so be of mutual help. Does Bolton Children's Opportunity Group have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bolton Children's Opportunity Group. 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 Bolton Children's Opportunity Group? Bolton Children's Opportunity Group's website is http://www.boltoncog.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/1151118).