The Whitney Brothers outdoorED Sensory Table brings structured, multi-material sensory exploration outside - and it does it for up to four children at the same time. Available across Canada & the US from The Sensory Supply, this is an outdoor sensory table built to the standard of fine indoor furniture, with the resilience to stay that way through every season.

Four recessed stainless steel trays sit surface-mounted across the tabletop, each one sized for a different material, a different texture, a different invitation to explore. Sand in one, water in another, mud in a third, natural loose parts in the fourth - the configuration is entirely up to the educator or caregiver. Children can access their own tray independently or move across the table together. The 24-inch table height is calibrated for seated and standing preschool use, comfortable for the children most likely to be working here without any adjustments needed.

A large open shelf runs the full length beneath the tabletop. It handles the extra bins, clean-up supplies, and rotation materials that accumulate in any well-stocked outdoor sensory environment, keeping the play surface clear and the workspace functional between sessions.

Key Features of the Whitney Brothers outdoorED Sensory Table

• Four Surface-Mounted Stainless Steel Trays - Four recessed basins sit securely across the tabletop and keep different sensory materials organised and within easy reach, allowing educators to run multiple simultaneous sensory invitations for sand, water, mud, natural loose parts, or other tactile materials
• Accommodates Up to Four Children Simultaneously - The table layout and tray configuration are designed to comfortably support four preschoolers working side by side, making it ideal for group outdoor sensory play in early childhood classroom and childcare settings
• Child-Level 24-Inch Table Height - Standing 24 inches high, the table provides an ergonomically correct working height for seated or standing preschool exploration, supporting comfortable, extended engagement without fatigue
• Large Lower Storage Shelf - A spacious open shelf located directly beneath the tabletop organises extra bins, sensory materials, outdoor curriculum kits, and clean-up supplies, keeping the play surface uncluttered and ready for use
• Weatherproof HDPE Construction - Built from UV-stabilised high-density polyethylene that is immune to rot, moisture absorption, and delamination in outdoor conditions, maintaining structure and appearance through year-round weather exposure
• Textured Woodgrain Maple Panels - 3/4-inch panels provide the high-end aesthetic of maple wood with the extreme durability and low maintenance of industrial-grade thermoplastic - no sealing, staining, or weather treatment required
• Rust-Resistant Hardware - Assembled with premium stainless steel hardware specifically chosen to withstand rain, humidity, and varying outdoor temperatures without corroding
• Heat-Resistant Polar White Panels - White HDPE surfaces engineered not to absorb or reflect excessive heat from the sun, keeping all contact surfaces safe and comfortable for children to touch on warm days
• Stain, Mould and Mildew Resistant - Naturally resists stains from mud, markers, and outdoor materials, and prevents the growth of mould and mildew, preserving the clean woodgrain appearance over years of outdoor use
• Antimicrobial and Odour Resistant - The non-porous HDPE material does not absorb moisture, bacteria, or odours, making it straightforward to maintain a hygienic sensory play environment in high-use school and childcare settings
• Easy Maintenance - Cleans quickly with common non-abrasive household cleaning agents - no specialist products, seasonal treatments, or refinishing required
• Coordinated outdoorED Collection Design - Features the signature textured woodgrain maple and polar white two-tone finish that coordinates seamlessly with all other pieces in the Whitney Brothers outdoorED collection, including the Mud Kitchen, Storage Shelf, Activity Table, and Bench
• Eco-Friendly Recyclability - Made from UV-stabilised HDPE, which is more easily recyclable than many other plastics, supporting a sustainable classroom footprint and a more circular approach to school purchasing
• Made in the USA - Designed, sourced, and manufactured in the United States, backed by a lifetime manufacturer warranty against defects in materials and workmanship
• Ships Ready to Assemble - Arrives with all components and instructions included for straightforward setup in any outdoor classroom, playground, or childcare outdoor space

Skills and Benefits of the Whitney Brothers outdoorED Sensory Table

• Tactile Sensory Exploration and Sensory Integration - Handling contrasting materials across four separate trays - sand, water, mud, and natural loose parts simultaneously - delivers rich multi-texture tactile input that supports sensory processing development and tactile discrimination in young children
• Fine Motor Development - Scooping, pouring, pinching, and manipulating materials at a child-calibrated 24-inch working height builds hand strength, grip control, pincer grasp, and bilateral hand coordination - foundational fine motor skills that transfer directly to dressing, drawing, and early writing
• STEM and Scientific Inquiry - Comparing material properties, observing cause and effect (what happens when dry sand meets water, how materials change with temperature), measuring, and sorting introduces early scientific thinking and mathematical reasoning through hands-on outdoor exploration
• Social Interaction and Collaborative Play - The four-station layout means multiple children work at their own tray while sharing a common surface, creating natural, low-pressure opportunities for turn-taking, parallel play, and cooperative interaction in outdoor early childhood settings
• Attention and Executive Function - Sustained engagement with open-ended sensory materials supports focused attention, self-directed play, and the development of executive function skills including planning, sequencing, and impulse regulation
• Language Development and Communication - Describing textures, naming materials, narrating play scenarios, and responding to peers during shared sensory exploration builds receptive and expressive vocabulary in a natural, motivation-rich context

Ideal for

• Outdoor classrooms, preschools, and kindergartens building nature-based sensory learning environments
• Childcare centres and daycares equipping outdoor play areas for group sensory exploration
• Schools and early childhood programmes with outdoor STEAM or sensory curriculum
• Occupational therapists designing outdoor sensory integration environments
• Home gardens and backyard play spaces for families seeking structured outdoor sensory play
• Children ages 3 and up, neurotypical and neurodiverse alike

Dimensions: 31" W x 26.25" D x 24" H

Weight: 89 lbs.

Number of Boxes: 1