Toy Library
The Burrowers Toy Library aims to provide access to a wide range of toys and equipment that will help to promote all areas of a child's development. Through the loaning of toys, children can develop early learning skills to encourage stimulating and enjoyable play. These toys can be exchanged on a regular basis to provide children with a wide range of play experiences. Toys are categorised by activity and age range, and the catalogues provide brief descriptions of each toy, safety information and how it will aid a child's learning via an Early Years Foundation Stage Link.
Terms and Conditions
Membership
Family and Group Membership is free.
Toy Loans, Fees and Deposits
Toys can be borrowed for a period of 1 - 4 weeks maximum per loan.
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Small toys 50p per week.
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Large toys designated as outdoor play £5 per week.
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Deposit for small toys between £1 and £2 per loan.
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Deposit for large toys £10 per loan per item.
All books loaned free with a £1 deposit per book.
Group Membership
Groups can borrow a maximum of five items per visit per group for a six week period.
Toys and equipment cannot be booked more than 7 days in advance.
Breakages and Damage
We are aware that accidental damage, breakages and loss of pieces does happen with constant use.
Please let us know if this happens so that toys can be repaired or replaced.
Toys will be checked by staff when they are returned to the Toy Library.
Deposits will be retained by the Toy Library in the case of damage over and above the normal wear and tear, or in the case of missing pieces which renders the toy unusable. In the case of a missing piece from a toy the retained deposit will be refunded if the piece is found and returned within four weeks of the missing piece being recorded.
Health and Hygiene
When toys and equipment are returned, they are cleaned and checked before the next loan.
Health and Safety
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For toys powered by batteries please be aware that:
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Old and new batteries should not be mixed.
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If replacing batteries please ensure they are appropriate for the toy.
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Do not recharge non-rechargeable batteries.
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Batteries will be checked before loan and will be replaced if necessary. We are not responsible for batteries while toy is on loan.
Overdue Toys
We ask that every effort is made to return the toys within the loan period, but if this is not possible please contact reception at the Centre.
Loan periods can be extended and overdue toys will be charged.
Non - return of Toys
In the event of a toy not being returned, the borrower will be contacted and asked either to return the toy to the Toy Library or to make an appointment for the toy to be collected. The deposit will be retained by the Toy Library.
Toy Safety
The Toy Library makes every effort to ensure that the toys loaned are safe and age appropriate. Where necessary, information regarding safe usage of the toy/equipment will be issued to you when the toy is borrowed.
Opening Times
Monday - Friday 9.30 - 3.30
Please ring the centre to confirm the Library is open due to staffing.
Deposits can only be refunded during times that the library is staffed.
Please Note: Staffing times can be subject to change so it is advisable to contact the centre to confirm times.
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