Many pretend school playsets are designed for 18-inch dolls; some smaller dollhouses and accessory sets fit 12-inch dolls. Always check the product listing to confirm compatibility.
Suggested ages commonly start around 3 years and up. Many sets target preschool and early elementary kids and list ranges such as 4–8 years. Follow the age guidance on the product label for safety and developmental suitability.
Materials vary by item: many accessory sets are made of plastic (sometimes with small metal or paper parts), while larger dollhouses and furniture pieces are often constructed from wood.
Some playsets offer working lights, bells, clocks, fire-alarm sounds or other sound effects and glow-in-the-dark whiteboards. These features typically use small batteries (listings include examples such as AAA cells and button cells), and several product notes indicate batteries are included.
It varies by product: many multi-room dollhouses and larger kits require adult assembly (some listings state whether tools are provided), while most smaller accessory sets, desks and lockers arrive fully assembled with no setup needed.