Play Works
Play Works is a registered charity in Scotland working in the advancement of education, the advancement of citizenship or community development, based in West Lothian.
Quick answer
What are the key facts about Play Works?
- Registered charity number
- SC000843
- Status
- Registered (active)
- Charity type
- Company (the charity is registered with Companies House)
- Location
- West Lothian
- Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)
- £1,543,092
- Website
- www.playworks.org.uk
What does Play Works do?
We trust the power of play to change the lives of children and families facing adversity or poverty. At Play Works, we believe every child deserves the chance to play, grow and belong. We're working towards a Scotland where play is valued in every home, school, and community - because play works, and it changes lives.
What causes is Play Works registered for?
Why is there no Clarity Score for Play Works yet?
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Play Works a legitimate charity?
- Yes. Play Works is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC000843) 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 Works's charity number?
- Play Works's charity number is SC000843. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
- How do I check charity number SC000843?
- Search SC000843 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 Works do?
- We trust the power of play to change the lives of children and families facing adversity or poverty. At Play Works, we believe every child deserves the chance to play, grow and belong. We're working towards a Scotland where play is valued in every home, school, and community - because play works, and it changes lives.
- Does Play Works have reviews and complaints?
- CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Play Works. 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 Works?
- Play Works's website is https://www.playworks.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. Always verify current details on the official register entry.