Toy Library
Here at the
Children's Centre we have an extensive Toy Library full of a
variety of toys for everyone to borrow. Families and
professionals are welcome to borrow any of the toys featured within
our toy library catalogue which is available at the Children's
Centre. For further information please contact the Centre on 01924
302646.
What are the aims?
Toy Libraries exist to
promote the principle that play does matter to the developing
child. The Toy Library recognises that regular borrowing of
appropriate toys encourages exploration and the development of new
skills. This quality toy loan service will support play
opportunities for all children in the District.
Who provides the Toy Library service?
Most Wakefield District
Children's Centres provide a Toy Library Service. Contact your
nearest Centre for more information on how to register and borrow
items.
How can I borrow?
A folder of information will
be available at the Children's Centres for you to browse and make
your selection. All toys and equipment must be returned to
the Children's Centre from which they were borrowed.
All toys should be returned
on time, in the condition in which they were loaned and remain the
property of the Toy Library at all times. Toys that have been hired
should not be sub let by the hirer.
What happens if a toy gets damaged or broken?
We recognise that toys may
become accidentally damaged or broken during hire. Should this
occur please contact the Children's Centre.
What checks are made to
the toys prior to hire?
All Toys will be checked to
ensure they are clean and in good working order prior to
availability for loaning. We would ask that you return all items
hired in the same condition in which they were borrowed.
What am I responsible for when hiring toys from the Toy Library
Service?
Borrowers must ensure that
all toys are used in accordance with either the manufacturers
instructions or instructions supplied by the Children's Centre
Staff. All toys must only be used for the purpose for which they
were designed. Borrowers are responsible for ensuring children's
safety while using toys loaned from the Toy Library.
Safety
The Children's Centre Toy
Library cannot be held responsible for any harm to your child when
using any of the toys borrowed. Please be aware when borrowing
toys that you choose toys appropriate for the age and ability of
your child.
Application Forms
If you are
interested in joining the Toy Library please come
along to the Children's Centre and fill out an
application form or you can download one from the link
below.