--- title: "Play Scotland — check charity number SC029167 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Play Scotland a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC029167. the advancement of education charity based in Midlothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/play-scotland retrieved: 2026-08-18T12:43:39.224Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Play Scotland is a registered charity (number SC029167) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of education; the advancement of health; the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. Its latest reported income was £345,685 (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 Play Scotland? Registered charity number SC029167 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Midlothian Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £345,685 Website [www.playscotland.org](http://www.playscotland.org/) ## What does Play Scotland do? Play Scotland is the national expert in play and works to promote the importance of play for all children and young people, and campaigns to create increased play opportunities at home, in early learning and childcare environments and in the community. Play Scotland’s work is underpinned by Article 31 United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) , and the UNCRC General Comment No17 (Article 31) which articulates the “the need to create time and space for children to engage in spontaneous play, recreation and creativity, and to promote societal attitudes that support and encour… ## What causes is Play Scotland registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of healththe provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Play Scotland yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Play 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-scotland&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.playscotland.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Play Scotland a legitimate charity? Yes. Play Scotland is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC029167) 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 Scotland's charity number? Play Scotland's charity number is SC029167. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC029167? Search SC029167 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 Scotland do? Play Scotland is the national expert in play and works to promote the importance of play for all children and young people, and campaigns to create increased play opportunities at home, in early learning and childcare environments and in the community. Play Scotland’s work is underpinned by Article 31 United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) , and the UNCRC General Comment No17 (Article 31) which articulates the “the need to create time and space for children to engage in spontaneous play, recreation and creativity, and to promote societal attitudes that support and encour… Does Play Scotland have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Play 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 Scotland? Play Scotland's website is http://www.playscotland.org — 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=SC029167).