--- title: "Play for Progress — check charity number 1166328 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Play for Progress a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1166328. Education/training charity based in 377-399 London Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/play-for-progress retrieved: 2026-08-18T13:14:36.622Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Play for Progress is a registered charity (number 1166328) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; economic/community development/employment; other charitable purposes. Its latest reported income was £276,242 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 for Progress? Registered charity number 1166328 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location 377-399 London Road Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £276,242 Website [www.playforprogress.com](http://www.playforprogress.com/) ## What does Play for Progress do? Play for Progress (PFP) is a London-based charity that delivers therapeutic and educational music programmes and Creative therapy for unaccompanied child refugees impacted by conflict, to help them engage with, learn through, and explore their capabilities in music and the arts. ## What causes is Play for Progress registered for? Education/trainingEconomic/community Development/employmentOther Charitable Purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Play for Progress yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Play for Progress 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-for-progress&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.playforprogress.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Play for Progress a legitimate charity? Yes. Play for Progress is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1166328) 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 Play for Progress's charity number? Play for Progress's charity number is 1166328. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1166328? Search 1166328 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 Play for Progress do? Play for Progress (PFP) is a London-based charity that delivers therapeutic and educational music programmes and Creative therapy for unaccompanied child refugees impacted by conflict, to help them engage with, learn through, and explore their capabilities in music and the arts. Does Play for Progress have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Play for Progress. 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 Play for Progress? Play for Progress's website is http://www.playforprogress.com — 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/1166328).