Oxfordshire Play Association
Also known as: Opa
OPA's mission is to Champion and support the rights of all Children and Young People to have access to high quality, inclusive, Play opportunities to improve their Physical, Mental and Spiritual wellbeing
Activities & Mission
OPA's mission is to Champion and support the rights of all Children and Young People to have access to high quality, inclusive, Play opportunities to improve their Physical, Mental and Spiritual wellbeing
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2015 — Oxfordshire Play Association (organisation 276706)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £169,640 | £164,948 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2024 | £135,855 | £130,318 | 0 / 5 | |||
| 2023 | £177,502 | £166,350 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2022 | £124,409 | £120,608 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2021 | £54,256 | £67,847 | 0 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Oxfordshire Play Association
What does Oxfordshire Play Association do?
OPA's mission is to Champion and support the rights of all Children and Young People to have access to high quality, inclusive, Play opportunities to improve their Physical, Mental and Spiritual wellbeing
How much income did Oxfordshire Play Association report in 2025?
Oxfordshire Play Association reported total income of £170k and reported expenditure of £165k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Oxfordshire Play Association registered as a charity?
Oxfordshire Play Association was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 February 2015 as charity number 1160320. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs Oxfordshire Play Association?
Oxfordshire Play Association is governed by a board of 5 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Oxfordshire Play Association operate?
Oxfordshire Play Association operates across 3 areas: Buckinghamshire, Northamptonshire and Oxfordshire.
Is Oxfordshire Play Association a registered charity?
Yes — Oxfordshire Play Association is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1160320.
Details
Unit 8
Area C
Radley Road Industrial Estate
Radley Road
Abingdon
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Also Known As
- Opa
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
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