Collection: Kids Slides

A kids slide gives young children active play as a childrens slide and play slide, indoors or in the backyard. The right one suits their age and the space: a small indoor slide for toddlers, a larger backyard slide for older children, or a slide built into a playground set. Look for a stable base, safe steps, and a soft surface at the bottom. Think about the child's age, where it goes, and how much space you have.

What size slide suits your child?

Match the slide height to the child's age and confidence. A low toddler slide, around 1 metre, suits little ones learning to climb and slide, and often works indoors. A taller backyard slide suits older, more confident children. The steps should be easy for the child to climb with a handrail to hold. Too tall for a young child is a fall risk; too small bores an older one. Check the recommended age, and choose a height the child can climb and slide safely. Set larger slides on soft ground.

Can a play slide combine with other gear?

Yes — a childrens slide often comes built into a playground set with a climbing frame and swings, or attached to a cubby platform. A combined set gives more varied play in one spot, though a standalone play slide suits a smaller yard or younger children learning to climb and slide.

How do you set up a slide safely?

A slide needs a stable base and a safe landing. Set it on level ground so it can't rock or tip, and for a backyard slide, put a soft surface at the bottom and around it — grass or soft-fall, not concrete. Keep the slide out of direct sun where the surface can get hot, or check it before a child slides. Make sure the steps have a handrail and the top has a guard so a child can't fall off the side. Supervise young children. A stable base, soft landing and shaded, guarded steps make sliding safe.

Common questions

What age is a kids slide for?
Small indoor slides suit toddlers from around 18 months; larger backyard slides suit older children. Check the age rating and choose a height the child can climb and slide safely.

Can a kids slide go indoors?
Small toddler slides work indoors on a soft floor or mat, giving active play in wet weather. Larger backyard slides are made for outdoor use on soft ground.

Why does a slide get hot?
A plastic or metal slide in direct sun can get hot enough to burn. Set it in shade, or check the surface temperature before a child slides on a hot day.

What goes at the bottom of a slide?
A soft surface — grass or soft-fall matting, not concrete or pavers — since children land at the bottom. The surface reduces injury from the landing.

Can I pay for a kids slide with Afterpay?
Yes. You can split it with Afterpay, Zip, Klarna or PayPal Pay in 4. Our kids slides start from $27, which is four fortnightly payments of about $6.75.

Kit out the backyard

A slide pairs with the rest of the play gear. Add a swing set nearby, a sand pit for the little ones, and a playground that combines both.

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