Value-Grade Sous-Chef Toddler Tower

Regular price $199.00
eating & cooking
Color - Finished Birch

This product is Value-Grade.

That means it is made with parts that don't usually meet our aesthetic standards.  All Value-Grade sales are final, there are no returns. Read more about Value-Grade.

Images are not of a Value-Grade Sous-Chef Toddler Tower.

Bring your toddler to counter-level.

Discover the benefits of a Toddler Tower- designed to create accessibility and independence for young children. When your child can independently access spaces, they can be involved in the everyday work of the household.

Ideal for cooking, laundry tasks, or self-care, this tower is compact but sturdy for rooms all around the house! Tapered legs give it a solid foundation without taking up too much space, and an adjustable platform accommodates a variety of ages. This learning tower was designed for long-term use as your little one grows!

Please note that while using the Full Plate, adult supervision is needed at all times.

Small footprint
Adjustable height
Independent use

Features

  • Adjustable platform with 3 heights for standing flat
  • Easy to climb steps with grip tape
  • Tapered design for additional stability
  • 2 Handles, one on either side, for easy movement and entry for children
  • Removable dowel that pops into place
  • Easy tool-less assembly and disassembly
  • Solid sides that reduce climbing onto the counter
  • Beautiful birch ply construction
  • Finished for easy cleaning
  • Narrow platform gaps for easier cleaning
  • Guard Plate for children under 32" height
  • Made in the USA

WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS

Base: 34.5" H x 17.5" W x 17.5" D
Top: 10.5" W x 10"D (inside dimensions)
Weight: 20 LBS, Weight limit is 150 lbs
Adjustable Platform Heights are 12.5", 15.5", and 18.5"

Box Dimensions:

The package is 36 x 18 x 5 in and weighs between 19-20 pounds

Materials

Baltic birch plywood
Soft maple dowels
Clear water-based finish
Melamine coating (White Toddler Tower)

For more information about the materials and finishes we use, click here

SAFE & EFFECTIVE USE

The Sous-Chef Toddler Tower has been designed and re-designed to maximize safety. Parents can make the best calls about their children’s needs and capabilities, so always have adult supervision when the product is in use. This will enable you to step in if your child is misusing the Toddler Tower. Examples of misuse are rocking the Tower, climbing on the sides, or climbing up through the top onto other surfaces (like a counter). The weight limit is 150 lbs.

Child’sHeight

PlatformLevel

38”-44”

LowestSetting

32”-38”

MiddleSetting

28”-32”

HighestSetting

As a general rule, if your child’s bellybutton is above the top of the Tower’s sides, you should lower the standing platform. If you are using the tallest platform setting, we encourage you to use the guard plate along with the dowel. 

FAQ

When can my child start using the tower?

Many wait to introduce the Toddler Tower until their child is stable on their feet when holding onto something. This tends to be around 12 months old, but varies for every child!

When should my child stop using the tower?

We recommend moving on to something else once your child’s bellybutton is above the sides when on the lowest setting.

Does the tower tip easily since it narrows in the legs?

This Tower is stable despite its small footprint. When tested, the Tower could be tilted to a 14 degree angle with 50 lbs hanging from the side before tipping.

What can a learning tower be used for?

The tower can be used for many activities! Children can do many practical life activities in the kitchen like meal prep or washing dishes. This can also be a bathroom step stool as children learn to brush their teeth and hair. Not just for practical life activities, it can be used to do crafts at the kitchen counter or used for observing out windows. The tower is lightweight so a child can push it to be used as needed, so the options for use are unlimited!

Does the tower have one or two handles?

The Toddler Tower was originally designed with one handle on the back of the tower where a child's belly goes when they are standing in it. The updated design has two handles, one on either side for easy handling. 

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"Our little one's favorite activity is to drag the tower by the window to watch the world outside. It's now become his favorite activity since we started practicing social distancing"

ADITYA

@grohbaby

"I appreciate its ability to move around easily and it’s so aesthetically pleasing. I borrowed another tower before this purchase that was gigantic, heavy, and I tripped on it constantly. It was SO hard to move around. I absolutely love the slim and beautiful design of this tower and I often tell people that it is one of my top purchases that I stand by 10000%."

HELEN

Child: 21 months

"For me, practical life activities are the soul of the Montessori method, and there’s no better place than the kitchen to try them. We set everything up by measuring and placing ingredients in small containers. She loves to pour, so we use small pitchers and glasses. Her Tower allows her to be part of the process, but still be independent."

DENISA

@toddlertoddlerlittlestar

"The solid sides and added safety bar are the reasons I ultimately chose the Sous-Chef Toddler Tower over other brands. I felt that Sprout Kids really had my toddler's safety in mind when designing the product."

SHAYNA

Child: 23 months

"My mama heart was full watching the joy and excitement radiate from Winry as she made chocolate chip cookies for the first time. We absolutely love the Tower and how it gives her the opportunity to actively participate and explore while I cook, bake, and even clean dishes in the kitchen."

KELSEY

@seattlemontessorimama

"First of all, it was so incredibly easy to assemble. Then, as soon as I put it in the kitchen, my toddler was able to immediately figure it out. To me that was everything. My toddler can be included in more activities in our home now. Priceless."

ANGELA

@pieces_of_mother_hood

"My babe uses it every single day, it’s the first place she roams to after waking up. She eats, paints, helps cook, plays at the counter while we all socialize in the kitchen, she hides in it, she goes there to have a good cry, she dances in it, she pushes it from place to place."

JERI

Child: 2.5 years

Customer Reviews

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Great for our little artist!

Our little artist (1 1/2 yo) loves it. He figured it out right away and is so happy having access to more of the kitchen. It took about 5-10 minutes to put together— everything just clicks into place. It really saves our arms because we don’t have to hold him the whole time we’re cooking anymore.

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Natasha K.
Great, anticipate long life!

We love our toddler tower. My 14 month old crawls up and down all day. He’s still a bit too young to ‘help’ much at the counter but he loves being at our height. I imagine we will truly use this for many years to come.

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FS
Great tower!

This is such a fun addition to our home! My 15mo loves standing by me and watching (and sometimes helping) me make food, do the dishes, etc. Before we had this, he would stand by my side and scream until I was done, but with this tower, he is able to participate and learn and it has cut down on screaming while I’m working in the kitchen!
It was kinda hard to assemble on my own and needed my husband to help push some of the pieces into place.
Overall I’m very happy with my purchase!

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Rachel O.
Great!

So helpful! My daughter loves being able to be involved, and it looks great too. I like that it doesn't have a huge footprint, so it doesn't take up too much space.