Why choose magnetic toys?

Magnetic toys are suitable for a wide range of ages: even very young children can create beautiful constructions using large, safe magnetic blocks. The strong magnets keep structures stable while allowing children to freely experiment and explore different shapes. In doing so, they naturally learn about spatial awareness, balance, and cause and effect.

Magnetic toys from SpeelblokkenXL

At SpeelblokkenXL, you’ll find magnetic toys developed specifically for intensive use in schools, childcare centers, and play areas — but they’re also perfect for home. The materials are durable, safe, and easy to clean, ensuring that children can build and rebuild every day. The shapes, colors, and textures are designed to spark imagination and invite both free play and guided learning activities.

Magnetic building: creativity and technical skills

“Magnetic building” includes sets with flat magnetic elements that can be combined to create 2D or 3D constructions. Using magnetic tiles and geometric shapes, children discover how to build towers, houses, bridges, and imaginative worlds by experimenting with corners, angles, and connections.

What do children learn through magnetic building?

• Spatial awareness – they see how 2D shapes form 3D structures.

• Problem-solving – testing, adjusting, and improving their ideas and constructions.

• Collaboration – building together encourages communication and teamwork.

Who are magnetic toys suitable for?

Magnetic play can begin as early as 12 months old, depending on the specific set and with adult supervision.

• From 12 months – Polydron: Large magnetic shapes from Polydron are ideal for toddlers. They develop grip strength, color recognition, and basic spatial awareness through simple stacking and connecting activities.

• Ages 2–5 – Jolly Heap: Large, soft blocks encourage gross motor skills, balance, and teamwork — perfect for toddlers and preschoolers who enjoy active play.

• From 3 years – Polydron technical sets: More advanced sets with flat tiles and shapes challenge children to create 3D structures, explore architectural concepts, and understand basic engineering principles.

This wide age range makes magnetic toys ideal for nurseries, after-school care, primary schools, and home use.

Polydron: versatile magnetic construction sets

Polydron offers magnetic building sets for all ages — from toddlers to school children. The range combines large magnetic shapes for the youngest builders with more complex tiles for older, creative thinkers. Perfect for everything from simple stacking to advanced 3D architectural designs.

Advantages of Polydron magnetic sets

• Suitable from 12 months: large magnetic shapes for young children.

• Clickable magnet connections: for both 2D and 3D constructions.

• More complex from 3 years: technical sets with flat tiles for early engineering learning.

• Promotes spatial reasoning and fine motor skills from an early age.

Jolly Heap: soft magnetic building blocks

Jolly Heap consists of large, soft magnetic blocks covered in textile material, with strong internal magnets. They stick together firmly yet safely, even during heavy use. Children can create walls, seats, play corners, or imaginative figures — and rebuild them over and over again.

Advantages of Jolly Heap

• Large, soft blocks — ideal for younger children and group play.

• Magnets on multiple sides allow building in all directions.

• Perfect for play areas, waiting rooms, nurseries, and after-school programs.

Safety and quality of magnetic toys

At SpeelblokkenXL, safety always comes first. All magnetic products meet European toy safety standards. The materials are sturdy, designed for frequent building and rebuilding, and built to last — allowing children to enjoy years of creative, high-quality play.

Shop magnetic toys at SpeelblokkenXL

Looking for magnetic toys that are both educational and durable? On this category page, you’ll find a carefully curated selection suited for schools, childcare facilities, and families. Choose the set that best matches your children’s ages and abilities, and let them explore the endless possibilities of magnetic play.

Planning to set up a play area with magnetic toys or need help choosing the right set? Feel free to contact us for personal advice to make the most out of magnetic building play.