The award-winning Inspire My Play sensory PlayTRAY with compartments filled with different sensory materials on a white background.
Inspire My Play PlayTRAY for Sensory Play, Messy Play, Water Play and Creative Play
Two children playing with toys in a sensory bin, with text indicating it's perfect for various play activities.
The Inspire My Play PLAYTRAY with what's included highlighted on a light green background.
Woman and child playing with the PlayTRAY sensory bin outdoors, with text about it being 'Loved by Parents and Educators'  along with the awards its won.
PlayTRAY with features such as BPA-free, Phthalate-free and food-safe highlighted on a light green background.
Child playing with a sensory play PlayTRAY filled with water and Inspire My Play sensory play tools in a home setting.
Child playing with diggers and Inspire My Play sensory mini bricks, blocks and scoops in a PlayTRAY with text outlining the developmental benefits for children.
Baby playing with a a sensory play PlayTRAY containing Inspire My Play sensory scoops and bowls with text indicating how the PlayTRAY is suitable for ages 6 months plus.
Collection of sensory play activity cards highlighting the different activities with text explaining how they enrich your child's play.
Inspire My Play PlayTRAY filled with sand, sensory play funnel, bowls, scoops, alphabet letters and tongs alongside the shallow tray/lid with six compartments filled with different coloured water.
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Sensory PlayTRAY™ for Kids

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The multi-award-winning PlayTRAY is the ultimate container for messy, creative, and small-world play — helping parents bring sensory play to life while supporting the learning and development of babies, toddlers, and young children.

No more lugging around bulky tuff trays or avoiding messy play altogether! The PlayTRAY makes setup, play, and the dreaded tidy-up effortless.

With a deep tray, a shallow tray that doubles as a lid with a secure silicone seal, and six removable compartments, it’s a versatile solution for every kind of play. Both trays also feature non-slip silicone feet for extra stability during use.

Perfect for wet or dry play, edible play, or even as a giant picnic tray — the possibilities are endless!

Easy to clean, move, and store, the PlayTRAY keeps your sensory setups safe to enjoy again and again. It’s also ideal for organising arts, crafts, and play materials when not in use.

Its stackable design means you can keep several on hand for different activities — perfect for families, classrooms, and playgroups.

Whether you’re new to sensory play or a seasoned pro, the PlayTRAY makes it simple to create playful, imaginative moments wherever you play.

What's included and key information:

  • Deep tray
  • Shallow tray/lid with silicone seal
  • 6 removable compartments for storing arts, crafts and play materials
  • 39cm/15.5" internal diameter, 43cm/17" including rim
  • 9cm/3.5" tall
  • Premium-quality, white food-grade ABS plastic
  • BPA and phthalate-free
  • Non-slip silicone feet on both trays to keep it in place during play
  • Suitable for children six months and over

To be used under direct supervision of an adult.

Shipping Destinations

We currently ship to the UK, Channel Islands, Switzerland, US and Australia. For customers in the EU, please visit your local Amazon website or check out our Stockists page for regional retailers.

UK
Delivery time:
1-3 working days (not including weekends)
Cost: £3.95 or free on orders over £40
Orders are dispatched within 24 hours (Mon–Fri) through Royal Mail. You’ll receive tracking details by email once your order is on its way.

United States
Delivery time:
3-7 working days
Cost: Calculated at checkout or free on orders over $120 USD
Orders are dispatched locally from our US warehouse via UPS, USPS, or Amazon Delivery Service.

Channel Islands & Switzerland
Cost:
Calculated at checkout
Delivered via DHL or an alternative courier. VAT is not payable, but duties and taxes may apply for Swiss orders.

Australia
Delivery time:
2-8 working daysCost: Calculated at checkout or free on orders over $150 AUD
Orders ship locally from our Sydney warehouse via Australia Post or other trusted couriers.

Rest of World
We’re working hard to make our products available in more countries. Please check our Stockists page to find local retailers near you.

For more information on delivery, returns and refunds, please visit our Shipping & Returns page.

What age is the PlayTRAY suitable for?
The PlayTRAY is suitable for children six months and over and grows with your child. The shallow tray is perfect for babies and younger toddlers, while the deeper tray is ideal for older toddlers and preschoolers. Always consider the age-appropriateness of the activities and supervise play.

What is the PlayTRAY made from?
The PlayTRAY is made from BPA-free, phthalate-free, FDA & LFGB food-safe ABS plastic. It features silicone feet on both the shallow and deep trays and a silicone seal around the lid. ABS plastic is durable and stain-resistant, perfect for messy play, sand, water, craft and STEM activities.

How do I clean and care for my PlayTRAY?

  • Clean with hot, soapy water or in a dishwasher up to 60°C/140°F (avoid UV dishwashers).
  • Avoid solvents or abrasive cleaners.
  • For stubborn stains, try The Pink Stuff, oxy-action powder, or toothpaste.
  • Brightly coloured paints or jellies may stain; use gelatine with food colouring instead (test a small area first).
  • For really messy activities and crafts, clean straight after use.

Inspire My Play Ltd products have been tested and conform to all the safety standards required for the UK, EU, USA, Australia and Canada.

As parents and caregivers, it's important to provide a safe and stimulating environment for your child to play and learn in. The PlayTRAY is a great tool for encouraging creativity and exploration, but it's important to keep safety in mind. These guidelines are designed to help you ensure that your child is playing safely with the PlayTRAY, and that the contents of the tray are age-appropriate and suitable for your child. By following these guidelines, you can help ensure that your child is having fun while staying safe.

  1. Always supervise your child while they are playing with the PlayTRAY. This will help ensure that they are safe and not putting anything in their mouth that they shouldn't be.

  2. Consider the age appropriateness and suitability of the contents you are placing in the PlayTRAY for your child. Some items may be too small or too large for a young child, or may contain small parts that can be a choking hazard.

  3. Check for any allergies your child may have before placing any contents in the PlayTRAY. Some children may be allergic to certain materials or substances, so it's important to know what to avoid.

  4. Do not use sharp objects in the tray. These can be dangerous for children and can cause injury.

  5. If your child is mouthing items, ensure that they are not a choking hazard. Any items that can fit through a toilet roll tube should be avoided.

  6. Do not leave your child unattended by water. Water play is fun, but it can also be dangerous.

  7. Clean the PlayTRAY and its contents regularly, to avoid the growth of bacteria, mold or other harmful microorganisms.

  8. Avoid using any toxic materials, paints, dyes or other chemicals in the PlayTRAY.

  9. Keep in mind that children develop at different rates and it is important to adjust the contents of the PlayTRAY accordingly.

  10. Be mindful of the temperature of the contents in the PlayTRAY, especially if your child is likely to put the contents in their mouths.

  11. Lastly, always encourage your child to play creatively and explore their environment in a safe way, and have fun!

Inspire My Play Ltd is committed to providing safe and age-appropriate products for children. However, the safety of your child is ultimately the responsibility of the parent or caregiver. Please use the PlayTRAY and its contents responsibly, and always supervise your child while they are playing. Follow the guidelines provided to ensure that your child is safe and that the contents of the tray are age-appropriate and suitable for your child. In no event shall Inspire My Play Ltd be liable for any injuries or damages resulting from the use of our products. By purchasing and using our products, you are acknowledging that you have read and understood these guidelines and assume all risks associated with their use.

  • 5 stars: 195 (93%)
  • 4 stars: 3 (1%)
  • 3 stars: 6 (3%)
  • 2 stars: 1 (0%)
  • 1 star: 4 (2%)
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Anonymous
You Won’t Be Disappointed - Buy One Now!

It’s a perfect size, and everything looks good in white! It’s replacing my square tuff tray which is always too big to fill. I love that it has a lid - because I can prepare whatever media for sensory learning in it, or as an invitation to play; and not reveal it until I’m ready for the lesson. Additionally, I can use the lid as a surface on which to transport accessories to go with it if I’m taking it outside. Only wish I’d had it sooner :)

Hello, thank you for your wonderful review and beautiful pictures! We are so happy to hear that the PlayTRAY has exceeded your expectations and is making your sensory learning activities more convenient. We love the idea of keeping surprises hidden for a big class reveal! Thank you again for your support and we hope you continue to enjoy using it. Best wishes, Louise

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Ashley Royce
Fantastic

I purchased this for my daughter’s first bday and she loves it! It’s a great size and the fact it has a lid is fab! We have tried a few activities using the cards and we’ve had tons of fun!

Hello again! Thank you for this review and for sending the lovely photo's! It's great to know that the PlayTRAY is doing it's job well and we're thrilled to see your fun activities! Thank you for your support and happy playing!

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Nicole
Perfect

Love the size and endless possibilities!

Thank you for your review! We're so glad to hear that you're enjoying the PlayTRAY and finding so many ways to play! I hope you continue to do so for many years to come!

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E.
Encourage Messy Play!

I have been scrolling the internet to find something adventurous and educational for my toddler to explore inside our home whilst I work from home, as she only goes to nursery once a week. I came across this amazing idea for bringing on toddler brain development and endless amounts of fun! We only received this yesterday (impressed, as it came next day). I set this not so messy tray up last night, suitable for carpet use today and my 14 month old is living her best life! She is so curious and inquisitive. Dying rice is super easy, as well as some DIY cutting and sticking which takes minutes! I super recommend this, along with all of the inspirational ideas you can explore on the website/activity cards and the ebook. If you have any queries, Louise is so lovely and helpful. Thank you again, we are very grateful you’ve fulfilled our expectations and I’m really impressed and so is my daughter!

Hi there! We are so happy to hear that your little one is enjoying our PlayTRAY! Our passion is in creating products that encourage and promote open ended sensory play and it is wonderful to know that we have met your expectations :-) Thank you so much for choosing our product and for your lovely feedback. Happy playing!

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Jasmine Soper
Brilliant play tray

Even after only a couple of weeks, this is more used and enjoyed than many of my 2.5 yo son's Christmas presents! Even my 5 month old baby loves to sit with him and put her hands in whatever we're doing. My son really engages with sensory play (and basically loves to make a huge mess) so having a dedicated and somewhat controlled outlet for that is fantastic. Also really pleased at how well it cleans up even when using a lot of food colouring.
Overall a really versatile toy and one I can see us enjoying as a family for many years to come.

Thank you for the fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that your son and baby girl are both enjoying The PlayTRAY. We designed it for longevity and to stand up well against all messy play so I'm really pleased to hear how much use you are getting out of it already and that you are finding it cleans up well! Thank you for choosing The PlayTRAY for your young family!

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Vee
Devastated is not the word

I was SO exited about this tray u can’t even tell you. First I got two trays and idea cards and then before my guts had even used the trays (it was for Xmas) I splurged and got all of the tools and idea cards. I am a bit of a clean freak but sensory play is so important so the idea of keeping it contained and being able to clean it easily after was enough to have me sold. I followed their insta page and have been doing several setups a week ranging from simple to quite the serious setups. I’ve loved it, the girls have loved it. Earlier today I didn’t have much time to I set up a set from their Instagram page which was just metallic paint mixed in water. My daughter played with it making up all sorts of scenarios for about 90 minutes. Once she was done I immediately cleared it away and to my horror the tay is completely stained. Bleach, cuff, all sorts of sprays and nothing will take it out. It was their own idea setup and my chairs or table were all easily cleaned (also white) but the trays won’t budge. They look awful and I’m so upset at the money spent on them for them to be unusable only a month into using them. I really can’t get over how devastated I am that this has happened.

Hi there,

Thank you for treaching out to us. I am so sorry to hear about your experience with the tray staining.

I can see from your lovely photo's and from your original 5* review how much you have all been enjoying the PlayTRAY up until that point and completely understand how disappointing and frustrating this must be for you, especially after investing in the additional tools and idea cards, and I want to reassure you that your tray is not faulty.

The additives and materials used in the tray are tried and tested to handle messy play but it’s always possible that certain substances may cause some staining.

It is impossible to predict which products will cause a stain as there as are so many similar looking products available to buy, all with their own set of ingredients and even paints that claim to be washable can stain if not well diluted, we also can not predict how long a product might be left in the tray, but generally speaking, your tray has been carefully designed, heavily tested and proven to be able to withstand permanent stains from messy play.

While this is not a sign of a defect, we completely understand how frustrating it can be to be faced with a stain in your lovely white tray!

To help with cleaning stubborn stains, we recommend a good scrub using The Pink Stuff cleaning paste, we have incurred many stains over the years with our activities and so far it has never let us down!

I want to ensure that you and your daughters can continue to enjoy the tray without worry, so I have included this link to our FAQ’s section where you can find our full care instructions: https://inspiremyplay.com/pages/faqs

I really hope this helps! Please reach out to our customer service team via hello@inspiremyplay.com if you have any further quesitons and we will do our best to help you out.

Best wishes, Louise.

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Victoria N.
Love at First Use! Ideal for Little Ones’ Activities: Versatile, Portable and Easy to Clean

I recently purchased this PlayTRAY and couldn't be happier! I look after some wonderful little ones, and I needed something versatile for sensory and messy play that I could easily transport.

It comes with a large tray and a lid that doubles as a shallow tray, which is super convenient. The removable compartments make organizing different materials and activities a breeze, and it’s so easy to clean. Despite being spacious enough for various setups, it’s not overly bulky, making it ideal for moving between my different locations.

I've only used it twice so far, but I’m already in love. I can’t wait to set up more fun and creative activities for the kids. This tray is a must-have for anyone working with children or looking for a way to contain messy play in a manageable, portable way!

Thank you so much for your detailed review of our PlayTRAY :-) It's wonderful to hear that it has been a hit with the little ones you take care of - what lucky little people to have access to the resources in your pictures! We designed it with versatility and easy cleaning in mind, so we're delighted to know that it has met your expectations. We hope it continues to make your job easier and even more fun. Happy playing!

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Lynette McArthur
Love, love, love

Such a great resource to have.
Just love coming up with new idea for sensory play with my son and keeping the play to one area.

Hello Lynette, we really appreciate your review, thank you! What lovely words. We are so pleased to hear about all the fun you are having with your Son, and hope that you both continue to love your sensory play using your PlayTRAY :)

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Kate Deadman
So much fun!

We have had such a lot of fun since buying the play tray. My daughter loves making dinosaur Zoo’s, playing with animals and choosing if they live on the land sea or snow. We’ve made swamps and oceans. With lots more to come.
It’s made me feel more creative too, and helps me think about topics to talk about while watching her play. It’s great quality, toddler proof and wipes down easily. I can recommend!

Wow thank you for such a lovely review Kate! Wonderful to hear that your daughter has really enjoyed using the playTRAY and that you are enjoying getting creative too! We love to hear that you would reccomend us too! Happy PlayTRAYing! :)

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JUDY HINKES
Beautifully Crafted

So well made and thoughtfully made! I can tell this will have longevity in our playtime. 💕

Hi Judy, thank you so much for your lovely review. We pride ourselves in the high quality of our products, so we are really pleased that you think this is well made! Thanks again and happy PlayTRAYing! :)

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Fleur Sheaf
BlownAway

As a mum that loves gadgets and gizmos, I'm blown away with this sensory playTray. I had bought the silicone inserts on their own via amazon over 2 years ago, and I finally took the leap and bout the PlayTray. Now I was expecting something slightly bigger initially and it does seem expensive, but once you add in the 6 trays, silicone on the base of the tray on the back of the lid, on the seal of the lid, it has all the added "extras" making it in my own opinion worth every penny. It has given this mum who lack imagination a simple tool that's easy to make it up when you have this tray and the cards, I've even found it easier exploring my own ideas now with the easy base with these cards and separation tools like each segment. I DO NOT recommend pompoms and chia seed jelly (MY own failed concoction LOL). anyone who hasnt got much space, lacks imagination or just needs something to keep their little ones entertained I will without a doubt recommend the PLAYTRAY, Tray Inserts and PlayCards!

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review Fleur! And thank you for your very kind words. We LOVE that you would reccomend us, and we are so pleased that you feel that this tool has opened up sensory play for you. We have a feeling you had it in you all along! If you need any ideas or advice feel free to get in touch, or checkout the website :)

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Bethany Trescothic
Love it!

I bought this for my daughter after trying a couple of DIY sensory tray options, which never quite worked. I finally decided to buy this tray and so glad we did. Super versatile and very well made. When my daughter gets up from her nap so goes straight to the tray to see “what’s inside today?!”. I also bought the cards, great ideas for getting started and will definitely buy the other accessories too.

Thank you for your review. What wonderful activities you are setting up already! If you need any inspiration feel free to check out our blog with lots of great ideas. Enjoy!

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ayeshea hunter
Absolutely brilliant

My grandson really loves this, so many uses and really sturdy

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review! What a lovely picture! He looks very happy with his PlayTRAY! Thanks again:)

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Rebecca Taylor
Excellent quality

Really lovely quality. It feels well made and built to last. I have used food colouring and it hasn’t stained the plastic. Lightweight and easy to make different set ups with the inserts.

Hi Rebecca, thank you for your review. We hope your PlayTRAY continues to give your little ones hours of fun!

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