--- title: "Play as One Scotland — check charity number SC044756 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Play as One Scotland a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC044756. the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage charity based in Fife. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/play-as-one-scotland retrieved: 2026-08-18T14:37:29.131Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Play as One Scotland is a registered charity (number SC044756) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £3,689 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Play as One Scotland? Registered charity number SC044756 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Fife Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £3,689 Website [www.pa1s.org.uk](http://www.pa1s.org.uk/) ## What does Play as One Scotland do? Our purpose is to provide relief for those in need by reason of ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage, by enabling disatvantaged or sick children to take part in recreational activity. Our activities include identification of possible additiona.l needs playparks that we can support. ## What causes is Play as One Scotland registered for? the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Play as One Scotland yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Play as One Scotland 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=play-as-one-scotland&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.pa1s.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Play as One Scotland a legitimate charity? Yes. Play as One Scotland is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC044756) 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 Play as One Scotland's charity number? Play as One Scotland's charity number is SC044756. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC044756? Search SC044756 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 Play as One Scotland do? Our purpose is to provide relief for those in need by reason of ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage, by enabling disatvantaged or sick children to take part in recreational activity. Our activities include identification of possible additiona.l needs playparks that we can support. Does Play as One Scotland have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Play as One Scotland. 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 Play as One Scotland? Play as One Scotland's website is http://www.pa1s.org.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on 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=SC044756).