The Bayside Toy Library Incorporated

The Bayside Toy Library Incorporated is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting families in the Bayside community by providing access to a wide range of educational and developmental toys. Established in 1985, it recognises the high cost of toys and the rapid loss of children’s interest in them, offering an affordable and sustainable alternative through toy lending. The library fosters childhood development, creativity, and family engagement by encouraging play that is both fun and educational.

Empowering Families Through Toy Lending

The flagship activity of The Bayside Toy Library Incorporated is its toy lending service, which allows families to borrow from a collection of over 3,000 high-quality, educational toys designed to stimulate children’s development. This service promotes affordability, sustainability, and skill-building by enabling children aged 6 months to 10 years to explore a variety of toys that enhance their imagination, coordination, and social skills without the need for constant purchasing.

Mission and Vision

The mission of the organisation is to provide access to high-quality, affordable, and fun toys that educate through play. Its vision is to nurture healthy, happy children in the Bayside community. The library values exploration, play, inspiration, learning, sustainability, and community education, aiming to engage parents, carers, and children in meaningful play experiences.

Main Objectives

• Offer a diverse range of educational and developmental toys to families.
• Promote sustainable practices by encouraging borrowing rather than buying.
• Support childhood development through play that enhances motor skills, creativity, and social interaction.
• Engage the community by providing expert advice and opportunities for involvement.

Benefiting Groups

• Families with children aged 6 months to 10 years seeking affordable access to toys.
• Parents, grandparents, and carers looking for developmental resources and social connection.
• The broader Bayside community benefiting from sustainable toy sharing and educational support.

Types of Services or Activities

• Toy lending with a vast collection of educational, activity, and coordination toys.
• Kids Party Pack hire for social gatherings and celebrations.
• Expert advice on child development and play-based learning.
• Community engagement through volunteering, committee participation, and educational outreach.
• Implementation of sustainability practices including recycling, upcycling, and reducing waste.