SANTORO has officially secured a double medal win at the 2026 Independent Toy Awards, earning top honors in both the ‘Educational’ and ‘Pocket Money’ categories.

The Gold Medal marks a major milestone for SANTORO’s award-winning Pop & Build collection, representing the third consecutive year the range has received the competition’s highest honour — this time recognized within the ‘Educational’ category.

The award-winning Solar System Pop & Build highlights the continuous evolution of the product line. Combining signature paper engineering with educational discovery, the set allows children to build an interactive 3D solar system while learning key facts about each planet. Featuring gold foil detailing, orbiting components, and custom illustrations, it translates STEM learning into an engaging, hands-on activity that fosters screen-free curiosity.

Furthering the company’s momentum, SANTORO’s newly launched Harmonie Lane brand achieved its first major industry recognition, with the Candy-Shaped Highlighter Set taking home a medal in the ‘Pocket Money’ category. Since its debut earlier this year, Harmonie Lane has expanded its retail presence, targeting creativity, friendship, and self-expression through personality-driven stationery and lifestyle products.

Tara Strickland, Head of Design at SANTORO, says:

“As a British company, it means a great deal to be recognised on home turf by the UK toy industry and, in particular, by independent retailers – who we believe play such an important role in championing original ideas and giving new products a chance to shine. We’re incredibly proud to see our continued drive to innovate recognised for a third year running, in two new categories!”

Driven by strong consumer demand for mindful, screen-free play, SANTORO continues to focus on combining original product innovation with long-term retail value, laying the groundwork for further collection expansions throughout 2026 and beyond.