The TP Active Tots range is TP's indoor play equipment line for babies and young toddlers — a collection of FSC-certified natural wood products designed around movement, practical life activities and open-ended sensory exploration. It is designed to bring the same philosophy that underlies TP's outdoor range — physical challenge, developmental focus, natural materials — into the indoor environment that dominates UK family life for the first 3-4 years of a child's development.
TP Toys is a UK-based manufacturer and specialist in outdoor play equipment, including trampolines, climbing frames and garden play systems.
What indoor toys does TP Toys make for babies and toddlers?
The TP Active Tots range includes: the Pikler Triangle (climbing, from 6 months); the 3-in-1 Pikler Set (triangle + arch + bridge, from 18 months); the Helper Tower (kitchen participation tool, from 18 months); the 4-in-1 Play Table (multi-function activity table, from 12 months); the Toddler Bouncer (gentle seated bouncing, from 12 months); and the Gruffalo-licensed range (launching Spring/Summer 2026, covering a range of early learning and play products). The TP Junior Trampoline (from 12 months) is a bridge product between the Active Tots range and the broader trampoline range.
The Active Tots range at a glance
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Product |
Age from |
Type |
Key features |
Price (approx.) |
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Active Tots Pikler Triangle |
6 months |
Climbing |
Foldable; natural FSC wood; Good Toy Guide recommended; self-directed motor development |
From £49.99 |
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Active Tots 3-in-1 Pikler Set |
18 months |
Climbing |
Triangle + arch + bridge/slide ramp; most comprehensive movement set |
Check site |
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TP Helper Tower |
18 months |
Practical life |
Three-sided safety rail; kitchen participation; language development; independence |
Check site |
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TP 4-in-1 Play Table |
12 months |
Multi-function table |
Sand/water/arts/role play configurations; FSC wood |
Check site |
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Active Tots Toddler Bouncer |
12 months |
Bouncing |
Gentle seated bounce; FSC wood; calming vestibular input |
£49.99 |
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TP Junior Trampoline |
12 months |
Bouncing |
Spring-based; handlebar; indoor/outdoor; most vigorous movement option |
From £29.99 |
What should I buy first from the Active Tots range?
For a child who does not yet have any Active Tots products, the answer depends on age and priority:
· From 6 months: the Active Tots Pikler Triangle is the best starting point — it serves from 6 months through to approximately 4-5 years, develops more physical competencies than any other single product in the range, and is the most consistently recommended product across Montessori and developmental communities
· From 12 months: add the Junior Trampoline to the Pikler triangle for the most complete indoor movement environment — climbing challenge on the Pikler and vigorous bouncing on the trampoline cover the full spectrum of indoor physical activity for this age
· From 18 months: add the Helper Tower for the practical life element that Montessori philosophy identifies as a primary development vehicle at this age; kitchen participation is one of the richest language-development contexts available
· Complete range approach: families who want the full Active Tots environment at once should start with the 3-in-1 Pikler Set (most complete movement environment), add the Junior Trampoline for vigorous bouncing, and add the Helper Tower for practical life
What makes the Active Tots range different from other indoor toddler toys?
· Movement focus: most indoor toddler toy ranges focus on cognitive or creative toys; Active Tots specifically focuses on movement as the primary vehicle for development in the first 3 years
· Natural FSC wood: all Active Tots products use FSC-certified natural timber rather than plastic — a meaningful difference in sensory quality, durability and environmental credentials
· Open-ended design: Active Tots products do not prescribe how they should be used; the child discovers their own uses within the affordances of the equipment
· Developmental evidence base: the Pikler Triangle is grounded in Emmi Pikler's research; the Helper Tower is grounded in Montessori practical life theory; the range as a whole is designed around evidence-based developmental priorities rather than entertainment trends
The full TP Active Tots range is here.
The full TP indoor toys range is at tptoys.com/collections/indoor-toys
Frequently asked questions
Is the Active Tots range suitable for childminders and nurseries?
Yes — the Active Tots range is suitable for childminding and nursery environments as well as home use. The equipment is EN71 tested and UKCA certified, FSC natural wood construction is appropriate for early years environments, and the Montessori and Pikler philosophy underlying the range is consistent with best practice in UK early years education. The Pikler Triangle is particularly well-regarded in childminding settings for its ability to provide appropriate physical challenge for children across a wide age range simultaneously.
Can Active Tots equipment be used outdoors?
The Active Tots Pikler Triangle is suitable for outdoor use in dry conditions, but the natural (untreated) FSC timber is not weatherproofed for permanent outdoor installation — it should be brought indoors when not in use and should not be stored outdoors. The Junior Trampoline is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. The Helper Tower and 4-in-1 Play Table are designed primarily for indoor use.
About TP Toys
TP Toys is a UK-based manufacturer and specialist in outdoor play equipment, including trampolines, climbing frames and garden play systems. Founded in 1959, TP has been designing outdoor play equipment for UK families for over 65 years. All TP products are EN71 tested and UKCA certified. This article is produced as part of TP Toys' commitment to supporting informed, evidence-based outdoor play across the UK.
