XL Polydron Natural Colours Set 1 is a 12-piece large-scale construction set by Polydron, made from 100% recycled plastic and suitable for children aged 2 and over, including those with general SEND and learning differences. The set contains 8 squares in two designs and 4 equilateral triangles -- the same configuration as XL Polydron Set 1 -- but supplied in four natural, muted tones rather than the standard vivid colours. Each square piece measures 40.5 x 40.5 cm, making the pieces four times the size of Giant Polydron, and the set is compatible with the Giant Polydron range.

Children use the pieces to build large castles, towers, and tunnels both indoors and outdoors, learning about shape, 2D and 3D objects, texture, teamwork, and role play through the construction process. The pieces slot easily together to create sturdy structures and are lightweight and easy to pack away. The natural colour palette makes this version a particularly considered choice for learning environments where a calmer visual aesthetic is preferred -- including SEND settings, forest school provision, and outdoor learning areas.

For schools

XL Polydron Natural Colours Set 1 offers everything that XL Polydron Set 1 delivers in terms of construction, geometry, and collaborative learning -- with the added benefit of a natural, less visually stimulating colour palette. This makes it well-suited to SEND resource rooms, outdoor learning areas, and forest school environments where a calmer visual tone complements the ethos of the setting. The large-scale pieces encourage whole-body, kinaesthetic engagement with shape and space, supporting children with a range of general SEND and learning differences.

• Natural palette for calmer learning environments. Supplied in four natural tones rather than vivid colours, making this set a considered choice for SEND provision, sensory-friendly classrooms, and forest school settings where a quieter visual environment supports learning.
• Introduces geometry through play. Children handle squares and equilateral triangles to build large 3D structures, learning about shape, space, and 2D and 3D objects through kinaesthetic, whole-body construction.
• Supports teamwork and communication. Building large structures together requires children to plan, collaborate, and communicate -- developing social and language skills valued in SEND provision.
• Indoors and outdoors, lightweight and easy to manage. At 4.2 kg for the full set, pieces are manageable for young children and easy to pack away, with the natural tones blending well into outdoor environments and garden spaces.
• Expandable system. Compatible with Giant Polydron and extendable with XL Polydron Natural Colours Set 2 and Set 3, supporting settings that wish to build their provision over time within a consistent natural colour scheme.

For parents and home use

XL Polydron Natural Colours Set 1 is equally at home in a garden, living room, or playroom. The natural colour palette suits outdoor play spaces particularly well, blending into garden environments in a way that vivid-coloured sets do not. For families of children with general SEND and learning differences who prefer a calmer, less visually busy play environment, this version offers all the construction and learning benefits of XL Polydron Set 1 in a gentler palette.

• A calmer option for home play. The natural tones make this a thoughtful choice for families who find that their child engages better with less visually stimulating resources, without compromising on the play and learning value.
• Big building for young children. Each square piece measures 40.5 x 40.5 cm, enabling children to build structures large enough to stand beside or crawl through -- making construction play genuinely immersive for children aged 2 and over.
• Teaches maths and shapes through play. Children naturally explore squares, triangles, and how 2D shapes combine to make 3D structures -- early geometry introduced without formal instruction.
• Sustainably made. 100% recycled plastic, BPA free, and fully recyclable, supplied in a recyclable carton.

SEND support

XL Polydron Natural Colours Set 1 supports children with a range of general SEND and learning differences through large-scale, whole-body construction play. The physical scale of the pieces encourages gross motor engagement and spatial awareness in a way that smaller construction sets cannot replicate. The natural colour palette is a deliberate design choice that makes this version preferable for children who find bright, saturated colours overstimulating or distracting -- a consideration relevant to many children with SEND, without being limited to any single diagnosis.

The simplicity of the set -- 12 pieces, two familiar geometric shapes, a clear slot-together mechanism -- means it is accessible to children with varying levels of ability and experience, and can be used in structured adult-led sessions or in free, child-led play. The set's compatibility with Giant Polydron and expandability through Natural Colours Sets 2 and 3 means it can grow with a child's development without requiring a change in colour scheme.

Whether you are equipping an outdoor EYFS learning area, a SEND resource space, or a garden play area at home, XL Polydron Natural Colours Set 1 offers the same construction and learning value as XL Polydron Set 1 in a palette designed to suit calmer environments. Contact The Dyslexia Shop for advice on how this product fits within your SEND provision or home learning plan.

• 12 pieces: 8 squares in two designs (4 x 16 Hole Squares and 4 x 4 Hole Squares) and 4 equilateral triangles, supplied in 4 natural colours.
• Natural colour palette: Supplied in four natural, muted tones -- a deliberate alternative to the standard vivid-colour XL Polydron range, suited to calmer learning environments and outdoor settings.
• Large-scale pieces: Each square measures 40.5 x 40.5 cm (15.94 x 15.94 inches) -- four times the size of Giant Polydron.
• Build large structures: Suitable for building castles, towers, tunnels, and other large constructions indoors and outdoors.
• Teaches shape and space: Supports learning in shape, 2D and 3D objects, texture, teamwork, and role play through hands-on construction.
• Easy to connect: Pieces slot together easily to create sturdy structures.
• Lightweight and safe: Lightweight and safe for children aged 2 and over.
• Indoor and outdoor use: Suitable for use both indoors and outdoors. Easy to pack away.
• Compatible with Giant Polydron: XL Polydron is four times the size of Giant Polydron and fully compatible with the Giant Polydron range.
• Material: 100% recycled plastic, BPA free, and fully recyclable.
• Weight: 4.2 kg.
• Dimensions (L x W x H): 41 x 28 x 41 cm.
• Age suitability: Suitable for children aged 2 and over.
• Cleaning: Hand wash with mild sterilising detergent.
• Packaging: Supplied in a recyclable carton.
• Brand: Polydron (XL Polydron range).
• Polydron Product Code: 70-71200.
• Barcode (EAN-13): 5060164533641.

• Natural colour palette for calmer learning. Supplied in four natural, muted tones rather than vivid colours -- a considered choice for SEND settings, sensory-friendly classrooms, and outdoor learning environments.
• Truly large-scale construction. Each square measures 40.5 x 40.5 cm -- four times the size of Giant Polydron -- enabling children to build structures big enough to stand beside or crawl through.
• Teaches shape and space through play. Children build castles, towers, and tunnels with squares and equilateral triangles, exploring 2D and 3D geometry in a kinaesthetic, whole-body way.
• Indoors and outdoors, easy to pack away. Lightweight at 4.2 kg, designed for use in classrooms, SEND resource spaces, gardens, and outdoor learning areas.
• 100% recycled plastic. BPA free, fully recyclable, and supplied in a recyclable carton -- a responsible choice for schools and families.

What's in the Box

• 4 x 16 Hole Squares (natural colours)
• 4 x 4 Hole Squares (natural colours)
• 4 x Equilateral Triangles (natural colours)

Total: 12 pieces, supplied in 4 natural colours. A downloadable model guide (covering XL Polydron Natural Colours Sets 1, 2, and 3) is available free of charge from the Polydron website.

Compatibility

Compatible with Giant Polydron. XL Polydron pieces are four times the size of Giant Polydron pieces and connect directly with the Giant Polydron range. Also compatible with XL Polydron Natural Colours Set 2 and XL Polydron Natural Colours Set 3 for expanded construction within the same natural colour scheme.

Care and Cleaning

Hand wash with mild sterilising detergent. Do not machine wash.

Safety and Age Suitability

Lightweight and safe for children aged 2 and over.

Delivery and Returns

Standard UK delivery applies. See our Delivery and Returns page for full details.

• What is XL Polydron Natural Colours Set 1?
  XL Polydron Natural Colours Set 1 is a 12-piece large-scale construction set by Polydron, made from 100% recycled plastic for children aged 2 and over. It contains 8 squares in two designs and 4 equilateral triangles, supplied in four natural, muted tones. Each square measures 40.5 x 40.5 cm -- four times the size of Giant Polydron -- and children use the pieces to build castles, towers, and tunnels indoors and outdoors.
• What is the difference between XL Polydron Set 1 and XL Polydron Natural Colours Set 1?
  Both sets contain identical pieces -- 12 pieces in the same two square designs and equilateral triangles, with the same dimensions and weight. The only difference is the colour palette: XL Polydron Set 1 is supplied in four standard vivid colours, while XL Polydron Natural Colours Set 1 is supplied in four natural, muted tones. The natural colours version is particularly suited to SEND settings, sensory-friendly environments, and outdoor learning areas where a calmer visual palette is preferred.
• Why choose the natural colours version for a SEND setting?
  The natural, muted colour palette of this set makes it a considered choice for children with general SEND and learning differences who find bright, saturated colours overstimulating or distracting. It delivers identical construction, geometry, and teamwork learning outcomes to the standard set but in a visual format that suits calmer classrooms, SEND resource rooms, and outdoor learning environments.
• What age is XL Polydron Natural Colours Set 1 suitable for?
  XL Polydron Natural Colours Set 1 is suitable for children aged 2 and over. The pieces are lightweight and safe, designed to be manageable for young children, including those with developing motor skills. Polydron describe it as an ideal introduction to geometry for nurseries, preschoolers, and early years settings.
• How big are the pieces in XL Polydron Natural Colours Set 1?
  Each square piece measures 40.5 x 40.5 cm (15.94 x 15.94 inches), making XL Polydron four times the size of Giant Polydron. This large scale allows children to build structures they can stand beside or crawl through, creating an immersive construction experience suited to whole-body, kinaesthetic learning.
• Is XL Polydron Natural Colours Set 1 suitable for use in a school or SEND setting?
  Yes. The set is well-suited to EYFS and early KS1 classrooms, SEND resource rooms, and outdoor learning areas. The natural colour palette makes it particularly appropriate for sensory-friendly settings and forest school provision. It supports geometry learning, teamwork, and communication through hands-on, collaborative construction play.
• Can XL Polydron Natural Colours Set 1 be used at home to support a child with learning differences?
  Yes. The set is easy to set up and use at home, indoors or in the garden. The natural colour palette suits outdoor play spaces well and provides a calmer visual environment for children with SEND who prefer less visually stimulating resources, without reducing the play and learning value of the set.
• Is XL Polydron Natural Colours Set 1 compatible with other Polydron sets?
  Yes. XL Polydron Natural Colours Set 1 is compatible with Giant Polydron and can be expanded with XL Polydron Natural Colours Set 2 and Set 3, allowing the natural colour scheme to be maintained as the set grows. XL Polydron pieces are four times the size of Giant Polydron pieces and connect directly with the Giant Polydron range.