Småland – the magical forest for play and fun

• Children can play in Småland for 30 minutes.
• Opening hours: 9:00 am – 8:30 pm (Monday – Sunday).

Please note: hours may be reviewed following opening based on demand and feedback.

Yes, if you are an IKEA Family member, your child can stay in the play area for an additional 30 minutes (Monday – Friday).

We have chosen these requirements for the safety of all children in the playroom. 

• Children between the ages of 3 – 8 years old accepted.
• Children must be toilet-trained and be able to use the restroom on their own, without assistance. Exception: Children with disability may be exempt from certain admittance requirements (e.g. toilet-training).
• Children must be able to play independently.
• Maximum capacity for Småland is 30 kids.

Småland co-workers complete the legislatively required Children’s Worker Safety Check and annual Småland-specific training, including first aid, safety procedures and support for children with disabilities.

• Småland co-workers complete yearly training including specific training on how to support children with disabilities.
• Co-workers do not make assumptions or ask families about a child’s disability; instead, parents or guardians can share any relevant accessibility needs in the “Additional Information” field of the registration form.

Yes, personal mobility devices such as wheelchairs, walkers, and crutches are fully welcome in the Småland play area.  

• All children in Småland must be able to play without assistance from co-workers.
• IKEA co-workers are instructed not to touch any children unless there is an emergency or an evacuation need. If your child has a mobility restriction that requires physical assistance, please see the information below and meet with an IKEA Duty Manager to discuss a suitable play plan.

Småland is staffed to a set child–co-worker ratio, so dedicated one-on-one supervision isn’t available. Co-workers will only provide physical assistance in an emergency or evacuation. If your child needs hands-on mobility support, please see the information below. 

We recognise every child’s needs are unique, and we’re committed to working with families to ensure a safe, inclusive experience. Here are the ways we can help:

• Register your child with another child –  a sibling, cousin, or friend who can provide support and join in the fun, as long as both meet the Småland admission requirements. If Småland is full, they’ll be admitted together when space becomes available.
• Arrange for a caregiver to accompany your child in the play area alongside a trained and approved IKEA co-worker (subject to availability). The Manager on duty will confirm staffing at the time of registration.
• If no co-worker is available, we can admit your caregiver to assist when no other children are present. In this scenario, we will inform you of the estimated wait time and contact you when you and your child can enter.