--- title: "Braes Buddies Playgroup — check charity number SC018058 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Braes Buddies Playgroup a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC018058. the advancement of education charity based in Falkirk. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/braes-buddies-playgroup retrieved: 2026-08-19T02:15:58.487Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Braes Buddies Playgroup is a registered charity (number SC018058) 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. Its latest reported income was £10,944 (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 Braes Buddies Playgroup? Registered charity number SC018058 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Falkirk Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £10,944 ## What does Braes Buddies Playgroup do? We provide pre-school play and learning opportunities in a safe and nurturing setting. We provide all play types and equipment and encourage free play in conjunction with the Principles of Play. We ensure staff and volunteers hold all the relevant training and certification. Training is continuous. ## What causes is Braes Buddies Playgroup registered for? the advancement of education ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Braes Buddies Playgroup yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Braes Buddies 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=braes-buddies-playgroup&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Braes Buddies Playgroup a legitimate charity? Yes. Braes Buddies Playgroup is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC018058) 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 Braes Buddies Playgroup's charity number? Braes Buddies Playgroup's charity number is SC018058. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC018058? Search SC018058 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 Braes Buddies Playgroup do? We provide pre-school play and learning opportunities in a safe and nurturing setting. We provide all play types and equipment and encourage free play in conjunction with the Principles of Play. We ensure staff and volunteers hold all the relevant training and certification. Training is continuous. Does Braes Buddies Playgroup have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Braes Buddies Playgroup. 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 Braes Buddies Playgroup? Braes Buddies Playgroup 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=SC018058).