This  was bought for my grandaughter.  She  used it when she was very small and it was a challenge to climb, until now as  an almost 4 year old, still climbs, slides and she plays with toys on the platform.  Our 1 1/2 yr. old Grandson is now starting  to be able to climb as well.  This is left out all year in the house.  Played with everyday.  Nice to have something with a smaller footprint that can offer climbing  and sliding activity.