Hills Community Toy Library Inc

Hills Community Toy Library Inc is a volunteer-run organisation established in 1979, dedicated to supporting early childhood development through play. It provides a unique service where families can borrow a wide range of carefully selected toys, games, and puzzles designed to foster creativity, imagination, and various developmental skills in children. Located in Aldgate, South Australia, the toy library promotes quality play experiences that contribute to healthy brain development and social interaction among children and their caregivers.

Mission and Vision

The mission of Hills Community Toy Library Inc is to encourage active learning and imagination in children by providing access to quality educational toys that support all stages of growth and development. The organisation envisions a community where families can enjoy togetherness through play, strengthening bonds and fostering social connections among parents, caregivers, and children.

Main Objectives

• Provide an inexpensive and accessible way for families to borrow a diverse range of toys and educational materials.
• Support early childhood development by offering toys that enhance creativity, dexterity, cognitive, emotional, and physical skills.
• Promote inclusive play by avoiding toys that reinforce gender stereotypes or commercialised themes.
• Encourage community engagement by offering volunteering opportunities for individuals to contribute their skills and time.

Benefiting Groups

The primary beneficiaries are children aged six months to seven years and their families, including parents and caregivers who seek quality play resources. Additionally, the organisation benefits volunteers who gain social connections and community involvement through their participation.

Services and Activities

• Loaning a wide variety of educational toys, games, and puzzles tailored to different developmental stages.
• Offering a Party Pack for special occasions, containing toys suitable for children aged 12 months to five years.
• Providing a welcoming space for families to meet and connect with other parents and caregivers.
• Operating entirely through volunteer support, with roles including toy maintenance, collection management, and community outreach.