Play Scotland is a national expert in play, catering to parents, providers, the play workforce, and policy makers. Their core belief revolves around the idea that play is an essential aspect of a healthy and happy childhood. They work towards enabling all children and young people in Scotland to have equal opportunities for diverse and high-quality play experiences that meet their individual needs.

As custodians and advocates for children and the play sector, Play Scotland leads the way in campaigning for the importance of quality and accessible free play. They also specialize in developing and delivering strategic planning for play and play sufficiency assessments. Play Scotland was created in 1998 with the aim of making the child's right to play a reality in Scotland.

They have made significant progress in building a world-leading policy framework for play in Scotland, supported by excellent provision and practice. However, they continue to work towards their vision of a more playful nation, facing challenges along the way