Is Lochside Playgroup a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Lochside Playgroup as a registered charity (number SC051719) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.

What is Lochside Playgroup's charity number?

Lochside Playgroup's charity number is SC051719. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC051719?

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Does Lochside Playgroup have reviews and complaints?

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How can I donate to Lochside Playgroup?

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When was Lochside Playgroup registered as a charity?

Lochside Playgroup was entered on the register on 29 April 2022.

Registered charity · No. SC051719SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

Lochside Playgroup

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Lochside Playgroup is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of education.

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What are the key facts about Lochside Playgroup?

Registered charity number: SC051719
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Register contact address detail (not service area): West Lothian
Website: www.lochsideplaygroup.org

Quick answer

Lochside Playgroup (number SC051719) is listed as registered in the OSCR snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.

What does Lochside Playgroup do?

To advance the education and social development of pre-school children with the emphasis on the play experience, so that they become successful learners, confident individuals, responsible citizens and effective contributors, and take a constructive place in the community and also to develop and enhance the education of their parents, carers and other appropriate persons. In furtherance of the above aims the group shall seek: a To provide safe and satisfying group play and learning. b To encourage other charitable activities through which the parents may support the development of children.

Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Lochside Playgroup

Answers Lochside Playgroup gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 31 May 2023, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 29 April 2022
Also known as: Lochside Playgroup SCIO
Where it says it operates: West Lothian

What causes is Lochside Playgroup registered for?

the advancement of education

Why is there no Clarity Score for Lochside Playgroup yet?

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What should you check before donating to Lochside Playgroup?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Lochside Playgroup a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Lochside Playgroup as a registered charity (number SC051719) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is Lochside Playgroup's charity number?: Lochside Playgroup's charity number is SC051719. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC051719?: Search SC051719 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 Lochside Playgroup do?: To advance the education and social development of pre-school children with the emphasis on the play experience, so that they become successful learners, confident individuals, responsible citizens and effective contributors, and take a constructive place in the community and also to develop and enhance the education of their parents, carers and other appropriate persons. In furtherance of the above aims the group shall seek: a To provide safe and satisfying group play and learning. b To encourage other charitable activities through which the parents may support the development of children.
Does Lochside Playgroup have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Lochside 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 Lochside Playgroup?: Lochside Playgroup's website listed in our register data is http://www.lochsideplaygroup.org. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.
When was Lochside Playgroup registered as a charity?: Lochside Playgroup was entered on the register on 29 April 2022.

Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-10-04, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.