--- title: "Work + Play — check charity number SC053513 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Work + Play a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC053513. the advancement of health charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/work-play retrieved: 2026-08-24T21:13:10.073Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Work + Play is a registered charity (number SC053513) 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 health; the promotion of equality and diversity; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £3,209 (year ending 2025-07-31). 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 Work + Play? Registered charity number SC053513 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £3,209 Website [www.workplusplayhub.com](http://www.workplusplayhub.com/) ## What does Work + Play do? The lack of affordable, flexible childcare and workspace solutions for working parents, particularly mothers, often forces them to reduce working hours, decline career opportunities, or leave the workforce entirely. This worsens gender inequality, increases financial hardship, and reinforces social isolation - particularly in deprived areas. The Inch, where we are based, has areas ranked among the most deprived 10% in Scotland. Our innovative, community-led solution provides a coworking space with a supervised play area, ensuring parents can work while their children are in a safe environment… ## What causes is Work + Play registered for? the advancement of healththe promotion of equality and diversitythe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Work + Play yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Work + Play 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=work-play&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.workplusplayhub.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Work + Play a legitimate charity? Yes. Work + Play is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC053513) 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 Work + Play's charity number? Work + Play's charity number is SC053513. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC053513? Search SC053513 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 Work + Play do? The lack of affordable, flexible childcare and workspace solutions for working parents, particularly mothers, often forces them to reduce working hours, decline career opportunities, or leave the workforce entirely. This worsens gender inequality, increases financial hardship, and reinforces social isolation - particularly in deprived areas. The Inch, where we are based, has areas ranked among the most deprived 10% in Scotland. Our innovative, community-led solution provides a coworking space with a supervised play area, ensuring parents can work while their children are in a safe environment… Does Work + Play have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Work + Play. 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 Work + Play? Work + Play's website is http://www.workplusplayhub.com — 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=SC053513).