Question 1

What age group are your toys best suited to?

Accepted Answer

While the majority of toys are best suited for children aged 0 - 12 years old, we do have a wide range of puzzles, board games, sporting activities and more which are perfect for the whole family.

Question 2

How much is a Toy Library membership?

Accepted Answer

Membership Costs:
Family Membership             $120
Concession                              $100
Six Month Membership      $70
Increased Borrowing           $25
 
Membership Prices correct as of July 2024.
 
The Family Membership is a general membership for families. Family membership holders are entitled to borrow up to 8 items at a time, (12 for those with increased borrowing rights).
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All items can be borrowed for one month.
Renewal is available
All members must adhere to the Membership Information Statement, please ask staff for a copy.

Question 3

What are your opening days and hours?

Accepted Answer

Opening Hours:
​Monday 10am - 2pm
Thursday - 10am - 4pm
Friday - 10am - 4pm
Saturday - 10am - 4pm

Question 4

How do I purchase a membership?

Accepted Answer

Memberships are currently set up in person when you visit us at 20 Ebdale St, Frankston VIC 3199. Please note we do not accept cash, only EFT.

Opening hours:
Monday 10am - 2pm
Thursday - 10am - 4pm
Friday - 10am - 4pm
Saturday - 10am - 4pm

Question 5

Do you have developmental toys?

Accepted Answer

Our developmental needs toy section has a large range of toys to cater for children and young adults of all disabilities and special needs.
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Items for borrowing include:
Feelings games
Emotion puzzles
Body part games
Bell balls for the hearing impaired
Body socks - sensory socks
Down Syndrome dolls
Sensory dominos
Hearing differentiation toys
Community helper toys
Disability figurines
Bead frames
Dressing frames (zip, laces, buckles, etc.)
Coloured wooden frames
Wobble boards
Scooter boards
Balance bowls (for building core strength)
Mindfulness cards
Books for children and carers
Plus many other toys around the library would suit children with additional needs.
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Come on into the library and take a look for yourself.

Question 6

What type of toys do you have?

Accepted Answer

We provide a large range of Toys and Resources for babies through to the end of primary school. Items for borrowing include:
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Puzzles & Games for all ages
Construction Toys
Imaginative Toys 
Musical Toys 
Electronic Toys
Baby & Toddler Toys
Trikes, Bikes and Scooters
Literacy & Numeracy Resources
Costumes
Special Needs Resources & Toys
Plus much, much more!

Question 7

How often are toys cleaned?

Accepted Answer

Upon return, each individual item is cleaned and sanitized by our incredible volunteers before returning to the shelves to be borrowed again.

Question 8

Do you offer gift vouchers?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We offer 6mth and 12mth memberships as gift vouchers. Get in touch with our welcoming team to buy a Gift Voucher today info@frankstontoylibrary.org.au

Question 9

How can I contact you?

Accepted Answer

Email: info@frankstontoylibrary.org.au 
Phone: (03) 9781 3900
Visiting: 20 Ebdale St, Frankston VIC 3199

Opening Hours:
Monday 10am - 2pm
Thursday - 10am - 4pm
Friday - 10am - 4pm
Saturday - 10am - 4pm

Question 10

Can I donate toys?

Accepted Answer

Yes! We're always in need for new toys to hit our selves and greatly appreciate new donations. We do however ask that you call or email us in advance with a list of the items you wish to donate so we can confirm we're able to accept the items and that we're not double or tripling up on items that we may already have multiples of.

You can contact us on (03) 9781 3900 or by emailing info@frankstontoylibrary.org.au

Question 11

Can I volunteer?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The Frankston Toy Library relies on volunteers to assist with cleaning and sorting our toys. We are often in need of volunteers to assist us on a Thursday, Friday or Saturday. You may be able to volunteer regularly, fortnightly or just on occasion. Whatever the situation, we would be interested in talking to you.

Events: we also need volunteers to help us at our major events and community events.

All our volunteers require a Working With Children Check. Click here to apply for one.

If you would be interested in volunteering your time, please click on the link below and we will be in touch soon.

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