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toucanBox

Arts and crafts delivery company

Company overview

toucanBox makes and delivers themed boxes of arts and craft activities for children aged three to eight.

Activities are developed by educational experts and the no-contract subscription service provides a regular treasure trove of fun - keeping children entertained in a productive way.

Website
toucanbox.com

Company information

Head office
  • London
Co-founders
  • Sara Barokas
  • Virginie Charles-Dear
Chair
BGF office
BGF team
Invested since
  • May 2016
Total BGF investment
  • £2.6 million

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