Collection: Toys Outdoor

Outdoor play gear covers outdoor toys that get kids active in the backyard — jumping, climbing, riding, sliding and imagining. Good kids play equipment and backyard play depend on their age and your space: a trampoline or swing set for energetic play, for kids outdoor play, a cubby house for imaginative play, ride-ons and bikes for the driveway. Match the outdoor play equipment to the child's age and the yard, and check it has the safety features that matter for each type, since active play carries real fall and collision risks.

What outdoor play gear suits your yard?

Match the gear to your space and the kids' ages:

• Trampolines and swings: big-energy play for a decent-sized yard, with safety nets and soft fall zones.
• Cubby houses and playgrounds: climbing and imaginative play, needing clear space and a soft surface under.
• Ride-ons, bikes and scooters: for a driveway, path or park.
• Sand pits and small slides: for younger children in a compact space.

What safety matters for outdoor play?

Active outdoor play carries fall and collision risks, so the setup matters as much as the gear. Climbing and jumping equipment needs a soft fall surface underneath — grass, soft-fall matting or bark, not concrete — and clear space around it away from fences and walls. Trampolines need a safety net; swings and playgrounds need room to swing and fall clear. Ride-ons and bikes need a helmet and a safe riding area away from the road. Supervise young children, and check each item's age rating so it suits the child using it.

How do you match play gear to a child's age?

Every piece has an age rating, and matching it matters for safety and enjoyment. A trampoline or playground rated for older children can hurt a toddler, while gear sized for toddlers bores older kids. Check the recommended age and weight limit on each item, and choose for the child's current age, not the age they'll be in three years. For a range of ages in one family, look for adjustable or graduated gear. Match each piece to the child's age and weight, and it's both safe and fun.

Common questions

What outdoor play suits a small yard?
A sand pit, a small slide, a compact swing or ride-ons and scooters suit a small space. Larger gear like trampolines and playgrounds need room around them for safe use.

What surface goes under play equipment?
A soft fall surface — grass, soft-fall matting or bark — not concrete or pavers. Falls are the main risk with climbing and jumping gear, so the surface underneath matters.

How do I choose play gear for my child's age?
Check each item's recommended age and weight limit and choose for the child's current size. Gear rated for older kids can be unsafe for toddlers, and vice versa.

Does outdoor play gear need supervision?
Young children need supervision on trampolines, playgrounds and swings, where falls and collisions happen. Check age ratings and set clear rules for how many use it at once.

Can I pay for outdoor play gear with Afterpay?
Yes. You can split it with Afterpay, Zip, Klarna or PayPal Pay in 4. Our outdoor play gear starts from $25, which is four fortnightly payments of about $6.25.

Kit out the backyard

Outdoor play gear works together. Add a trampoline for jumping, a swing set for the yard, and a cubby house for imaginative play.

A $25 outdoor play item splits into four fortnightly payments of $6.25 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.