--- title: "Playtimes — check charity number 1032297 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Playtimes a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1032297. Education/training charity based in Ferriman Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/playtimes retrieved: 2026-08-18T13:46:53.205Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Playtimes is a registered charity (number 1032297) 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 £132,627 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Playtimes? Registered charity number 1032297 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Ferriman Road Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £132,627 Website [www.playtimesplaygroup.co.uk](http://www.playtimesplaygroup.co.uk/) ## What does Playtimes do? Established Preschool offering pre-school learning and education for children aged between 2 and 4 years and provision of a breakfast, after-school and holiday club for children ages 2-11. ## What causes is Playtimes registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Playtimes yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Playtimes 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=playtimes&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.playtimesplaygroup.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Playtimes a legitimate charity? Yes. Playtimes is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1032297) 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 Playtimes's charity number? Playtimes's charity number is 1032297. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1032297? Search 1032297 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 Playtimes do? Established Preschool offering pre-school learning and education for children aged between 2 and 4 years and provision of a breakfast, after-school and holiday club for children ages 2-11. Does Playtimes have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Playtimes. 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 Playtimes? Playtimes's website is http://www.playtimesplaygroup.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/1032297).