A kids table and chairs set as a childrens table, gives children their own spot for drawing, craft, puzzles and snacks, at a height they can use. The right set depends on age and use: a low toddler set for play, a slightly taller one for school-age craft and homework. Look for a sturdy, wipe-clean surface and a size that matches the child, so their feet reach the floor and the table sits at a comfortable height.
What height should a kids table be?
A kids table works when the child can sit with feet flat on the floor and elbows resting comfortably on the table. For toddlers that's a table around 40 to 45 cm high with chairs around 25 cm; for older children a little taller. As a guide, there should be about 20 to 25 cm between the chair seat and the underside of the table. Buying a set sold together means the table and chairs already match. Check the height suits your child's age rather than guessing.
What is a play table used for?
A play table is a low kids activity table where children draw, build and do puzzles at their own height. It gives them a dedicated surface for craft and games, keeping mess off the dining table, and pairs with small chairs sized to match. It suits toddlers through early primary age.
What surface is best for a kids activity table?
The table gets craft, food and mess, so a wipe-clean surface matters most. A sealed timber, laminate or plastic top wipes down easily after painting, gluing and snacks, unlike raw timber that stains and marks. Some sets have a whiteboard or chalkboard top for drawing, or a reversible top with a play surface. Rounded corners protect little heads. For heavy craft use, a fully wipeable or washable surface saves the table; for gentle use, sealed timber looks nicer. Match the surface to how messy the play gets.
Common questions
What height should a toddler table and chairs be?
Around 40 to 45 cm for the table and 25 cm for the chairs, so a toddler sits with feet flat and elbows on the table. Sets sold together already match table to chair height.
What age is a kids table and chairs for?
Most suit toddlers to early primary age, roughly 2 to 7 years. Choose the height for your child's current size, since a set sized for a toddler will be low for an older child.
What's the best surface for craft?
A sealed, wipe-clean top in laminate, plastic or sealed timber handles paint, glue and snacks. Some have whiteboard or chalkboard tops for drawing straight on the table.
How many chairs come with a kids table?
Sets usually come with two chairs, some with four. Check the listing, and consider how many children will use it at once when choosing.
Can I pay for a kids table set with Afterpay?
Yes. You can split it with Afterpay, Zip, Klarna or PayPal Pay in 4. Our kids tables and chairs start from $65, which is four fortnightly payments of about $16.25.
Complete the kids room
A kids table pairs with the rest of the room. Add storage for craft supplies, a desk for homework as they grow, and arts and crafts to use at the table.
A $65 kids table set splits into four fortnightly payments of $16.25 with Afterpay, and Zip, Klarna and PayPal Pay in 4 do the same. Every order ships from our Australian warehouse, dispatched within 1–2 business days, with a 12-month warranty and 30 days to return it. We're a family-run Australian store, going since 2016, rated 4.66 out of 5 across 5,363 reviews.
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