--- title: "Castlerock Community Playgroup — check charity number NIC102889 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Castlerock Community Playgroup a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC102889. The advancement of education charity based in Coleraine. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/castlerock-community-playgroup retrieved: 2026-08-18T12:02:35.860Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Castlerock Community Playgroup is a registered charity (number NIC102889) on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of education. Its latest reported income was £41,322 (year ending 2018-03-31). 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 Castlerock Community Playgroup? Registered charity number NIC102889 Status Registered (active) Location Coleraine Latest income (year ending 2018-03-31) £41,322 ## What does Castlerock Community Playgroup do? The aim of the Group is to enhance the development and education of children under statutory school age by encouraging parents/guardians to understand and provide for the needs of their children by: (a) Offering appropriate play facilities, with the right of parents/carers to take responsibility for and to become involved in the activities of the group, ensuring that the group offers opportunities for all children regardless of religion, culture, race of means. (b) Encouraging the study of the needs of such children and their families and promoting public interest in and recognition of such n… ## What causes is Castlerock Community Playgroup registered for? The advancement of education ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Castlerock Community Playgroup yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Castlerock Community 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=castlerock-community-playgroup&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Castlerock Community Playgroup a legitimate charity? Yes. Castlerock Community Playgroup is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC102889) regulated by the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Castlerock Community Playgroup's charity number? Castlerock Community Playgroup's charity number is NIC102889. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC102889? Search NIC102889 on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Castlerock Community Playgroup do? The aim of the Group is to enhance the development and education of children under statutory school age by encouraging parents/guardians to understand and provide for the needs of their children by: (a) Offering appropriate play facilities, with the right of parents/carers to take responsibility for and to become involved in the activities of the group, ensuring that the group offers opportunities for all children regardless of religion, culture, race of means. (b) Encouraging the study of the needs of such children and their families and promoting public interest in and recognition of such n… Does Castlerock Community Playgroup have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Castlerock Community 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 Northern Ireland (CCNI) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Castlerock Community Playgroup? Castlerock Community Playgroup does not list a website in its register entry. Its official CCNI entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations. Source: Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register extract dated 2026-08-12, 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.charitycommissionni.org.uk/charity-search/charity-details-page/?regId=102889&subId=0).