ETHICAL MANUFACTURING - That Builds More Than Just Toys
In an increasingly conscious world, where businesses and consumers alike seek authenticity, Le Toy Van stands proudly at the intersection of craftsmanship, responsibility, and heart. As a wooden toy company deeply rooted in tradition and innovation, our commitment goes far beyond the toys we create. It extends into the lives of the people who make them, the communities that surround them, and the environment that sustains us all.
Thoughtfully Chosen Partnerships
At the heart of our production process are our long-standing partnerships with a small, carefully selected group of factories. These are not just facilities, they are extensions of our values. Each one is chosen for its ability to meet and exceed rigorous standards for health, safety, and ethical employment. We believe in transparency, traceability, and trust. By maintaining close relationships with these partners, we ensure that every Le Toy Van product carries the spirit of fairness and respect from the very first cut of wood.
A Safe and Supportive Environment
The primary way we contribute towards a greener planet is through our toys themselves!
We believe in play without plastic. Wooden toys are not only better for children’s development but better for the planet too as they are bio degradable and can be easily recycled. Plastic toys have a much shorter lifespan, and they often end up broken and in landfill sites, where they can take hundreds of years to degrade, posing a threat to wildlife and polluting the planet.
Our wooden toys are designed and built to last and are often played with generation after generation. We are proud to still see our first ever dolls houses, made over 29 years ago still played with by the third or fourth generations of families.
Investing in People, Not Just Products
Our craftspeople are at the core of what makes Le Toy Van special. Each toy is the result of hours of skilled workmanship, passed down through generations. We provide fair wages, long-term job security, and a respectful, nurturing workplace. Highly trained and deeply passionate, our artisans don’t just assemble toys, they bring ideas to life with soul, detail, and pride.
Moreover, we’re proud to be part of a wider community impact. Many of our facilities engage in local outreach and economic development, ensuring that our presence uplifts not only employees but also the broader regions we operate in.
Committed to the Planet
Responsibility to the planet is a guiding principle at Le Toy Van. We use FSC®-certified wood, meaning that every tree we use is sustainably sourced, with complete chain-of-custody certification. This ensures that forests are maintained and regenerated, biodiversity is protected, and communities involved in forestry benefit from fair trade and sustainable development. But our commitment doesn't end with our materials.
Testing and Transparency
Each product undergoes meticulous testing in our in-house facilities before it reaches a child’s hands. We are not content with meeting minimum standards, we aim to exceed them. From paint to structure to durability, our toys are scrutinised with precision, ensuring safety, quality, and peace of mind for parents, retailers, and educators alike.
Building a Legacy of Care
For us at Le Toy Van, ethical manufacturing is not a marketing term, it is a moral compass. It influences every decision we make, from sourcing materials to caring for our teams and their families. We believe in toys that inspire play, but also in processes that inspire change.
By choosing Le Toy Van, consumers and businesses support more than beautifully crafted wooden toys. They become part of a story rooted in craftsmanship, compassion,
and conscience. Because when we build toys the right way, we build a better future one block, one smile, one life at a time.
