About Us
At Orchard Toys, we believe that learning should always be fun. For over 50 years, we've been creating bright, engaging educational games and jigsaw puzzles that help inspire children to learn through play.
Teacher Tested
A Family Business Since 1971
Designed in the UK
Committed to Sustainability
Designed in the UK
Every Orchard Toys game and puzzle begins its journey at our headquarters in Wymondham, Norfolk. From the initial idea through to the finished product, our team of designers, illustrators and educational experts work together to create engaging products that children love and parents trust.
All of our products are designed, illustrated and developed in-house, allowing us to maintain the highest standards of quality and educational value. Our talented illustration team creates the colourful characters and artwork that bring our games and puzzles to life, while our development team carefully tests and refines every product to ensure it is fun, age-appropriate and rewarding to play.
We are proud that our creativity, expertise and passion for learning through play are all rooted in the UK. For over 50 years, our local team has been creating products that have helped generations of children learn, play and grow.
A family business since 1971...
Since 1971, Orchard Toys has been creating fun and educational games and puzzles for children. What began as a small family business has grown into a trusted brand enjoyed by families, schools and nurseries around the world, while still staying true to the values that have guided us from the very beginning.
As a family-run company, we understand the importance of spending quality time together and creating meaningful learning experiences through play. These values continue to shape everything we do, from the products we develop to the relationships we build with our customers. More than 50 years on, we remain passionate about helping children learn, laugh and grow through play.
Our long history has given us a unique understanding of how children learn and develop. By combining decades of experience with fresh ideas and innovation, we continue to create products that bring families together and inspire a love of learning for generations to come.
More about Orchard Toys
Designed with care in the UK, our award-winning products help children develop essential skills while making lasting memories with family and friends.
Our range of educational games and puzzles is carefully developed to support key stages of childhood development. From improving literacy and numeracy skills to encouraging social interaction and problem-solving. Orchard Toys products are trusted by parents, teachers, and early years professionals alike.
Whether you're looking for first puzzles for toddlers, fun matching games, or more challenging activities for older children, every product is designed to match your child's learning journey.
Safety is at the heart of everything we do. All of our games and puzzles are rigorously tested to meet UK and international safety standards, giving you complete peace of mind.
Orchard Toys encourages shared experiences through play. Our games are designed to bring families together, helping children build confidence, develop communication skills, and learn how to take turns, win, and lose.
From quick games before bedtime to rainy afternoon activities, Orchard Toys makes every moment a learning opportunity.
Our commitment to quality and education has earned us numerous industry awards. Parents and educators continue to choose Orchard Toys for their reliability, educational value, and ability to keep children entertained while learning.
Sustainability & Responsibility
Designed and developed in the UK, our products are created with sustainability in mind. As an FSC® certified company, the majority of our range is produced using FSC®-certified materials, with all remaining products planned to transition by the end of 2027. We design for longevity, creating durable games and puzzles that can be enjoyed for years, supported by our Misplaced Pieces Service to help extend product life.
Our commitment to reducing environmental impact includes the use of vegetable-based inks, recyclable cartons and game boards, reusable packaging, and the elimination of single-use plastics. We also operate an ISO 14001 certified environmental management system and work with suppliers who are expected to meet internationally recognised ethical standards.