Cockburn Toy Library | Coolbellup | Atwell

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30 Mopsa Way, Coolbellup

(next to Pineview Community Kindy)

Tuesday 9:30am - 11:30am

Wednesday 9:30am - 11:30am

Saturday 11:30am - 1:30pm

9 Lombe Gardens, Atwell

(Inside Atwell Community Centre)

Saturday 9:30am - 11:30am
Tuesday 2:00pm - 4:00pm (accessible)

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The Cockburn Toy Library provides a vast array of toys for ages 0 - 7 years, that have been designed to support your child’s skills development and imagination.

The Cockburn Toy Library is a member-run organisation. Become a part of your community

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Become a volunteer and help support our growing community of members and children

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JUNE CALENDAR - open as usual all month long!! See you soon in the toy library 😃

JUNE CALENDAR - open as usual all month long!! See you soon in the toy library 😃

Trucks and cars can be pink too!! Have you spotted this one in our collection?
#toysareforeveryone #boysandgirls #playequality #toylibrary #learningthroughplay #cockburnkids

Trucks and cars can be pink too!! Have you spotted this one in our collection?
#toysareforeveryone #boysandgirls #playequality #toylibrary #learningthroughplay #cockburnkids

This weekend the toy library will be closed for the WA Day long weekend. WA Day occurs on the first Monday in June to celebrate all Western Australians. All toys out on loan can be held onto until the following week! Enjoy the break and stay safe 😊
#longweekend #familybreak

This weekend the toy library will be closed for the WA Day long weekend. WA Day occurs on the first Monday in June to celebrate all Western Australians. All toys out on loan can be held onto until the following week! Enjoy the break and stay safe 😊
#longweekend #familybreak

Puzzles for the littlest one in your family! These early puzzles are a great way to introduce jigsaws to your child. Come and check out our extensive range today - we have over 250 puzzles between both Atwell & Cockburn branches.
#jigsawsforkids #borrowdontbuy #perthparents #puzzleplay #cockburncommunity #playtime

Puzzles for the littlest one in your family! These early puzzles are a great way to introduce jigsaws to your child. Come and check out our extensive range today - we have over 250 puzzles between both Atwell & Cockburn branches.
#jigsawsforkids #borrowdontbuy #perthparents #puzzleplay #cockburncommunity #playtime

Weekends are back at CTL!
The only Saturday we are CLOSED will be 31st of May for the WA Day long weekend.

Weekends are back at CTL!
The only Saturday we are CLOSED will be 31st of May for the WA Day long weekend.

A reminder that both branches will be closed on Saturday 26 April. Any toys out on loan can be kept for next week, there will be no issues with late returns.
Stay safe this long weekend!

A reminder that both branches will be closed on Saturday 26 April. Any toys out on loan can be kept for next week, there will be no issues with late returns.
Stay safe this long weekend!

This earthy 24 block Māori language set features upper and lower case letters. Enjoy the marauding gods, zigzag design, numbers, and math symbols.
#languagetools #tereomāori #learningthroughplay

This earthy 24 block Māori language set features upper and lower case letters. Enjoy the marauding gods, zigzag design, numbers, and math symbols.
#languagetools #tereomāori #learningthroughplay

A little bunny told me the toy library will not be open this weekend......
Please hold on to your loans and return them on Tuesday or Wednesday, or renew for another two weeks 🐰

A little bunny told me the toy library will not be open this weekend......
Please hold on to your loans and return them on Tuesday or Wednesday, or renew for another two weeks 🐰

Did you know over 27 million toys are thrown away every year in Australia? 😱
That’s a lot of plastic heartbreak (and clutter).
At Cockburn Toy Library, we believe in borrowing, not binning. 💚♻️
Less waste. More play. Happier homes.
Join us and help your kids grow up learning how to care for their world — one toy at a time. 🌏💫

📍Coolbellup & Atwell
👶 Ages 0–8 | 🎟️ Affordable memberships
🧸 2,000+ toys waiting to be loved again

#SustainableParenting #ToyLibraryLife #CockburnToyLibrary #EcoFriendlyFamily #ReduceWaste #BorrowDontBuy #PlayMoreWasteLess #ToyLibraryWA #ConsciousParenting #ReuseReimagineRecycle #ZeroWasteKids #MinimalistMums #CockburnMums #greenfamilyliving

Did you know over 27 million toys are thrown away every year in Australia? 😱
That’s a lot of plastic heartbreak (and clutter).
At Cockburn Toy Library, we believe in borrowing, not binning. 💚♻️
Less waste. More play. Happier homes.
Join us and help your kids grow up learning how to care for their world — one toy at a time. 🌏💫

📍Coolbellup & Atwell
👶 Ages 0–8 | 🎟️ Affordable memberships
🧸 2,000+ toys waiting to be loved again

#SustainableParenting #ToyLibraryLife #CockburnToyLibrary #EcoFriendlyFamily #ReduceWaste #BorrowDontBuy #PlayMoreWasteLess #ToyLibraryWA #ConsciousParenting #ReuseReimagineRecycle #ZeroWasteKids #MinimalistMums #CockburnMums #greenfamilyliving

April is full of public holidays! Please be aware that both branches will be closed on Saturday 19th and 26th.
You can always check the open hours before you visit on our SeTLS website if you're ever unsure 😊

April is full of public holidays! Please be aware that both branches will be closed on Saturday 19th and 26th.
You can always check the open hours before you visit on our SeTLS website if you're ever unsure 😊

These dolls are made of smooth, durable phthalate-free vinyl. They are soft, resilient, and flexible to touch, these vanilla-scented dolls that smell like a newly born baby are perfect for all kinds of play!

These sweet anatomically correct dolls help little ones understand values of inclusivity and coexistence through play.

With moveable and flexible limbs, they have a lovely tactile feel to the skin and come dressed in sweet white underwear and boxed.

#playingislearning #pretendplaytoys #imaginaryplay #learningthroughplay #ToyLibrariesAustralia #toystagram #borrowdontbuy #toylibrary #miniland

These dolls are made of smooth, durable phthalate-free vinyl. They are soft, resilient, and flexible to touch, these vanilla-scented dolls that smell like a newly born baby are perfect for all kinds of play!

These sweet anatomically correct dolls help little ones understand values of inclusivity and coexistence through play.

With moveable and flexible limbs, they have a lovely tactile feel to the skin and come dressed in sweet white underwear and boxed.

#playingislearning #pretendplaytoys #imaginaryplay #learningthroughplay #ToyLibrariesAustralia #toystagram #borrowdontbuy #toylibrary #miniland

These toys are designed to float in water and have a fantastic construction that makes it simple and easy for adults to open the boat for placing in the dishwasher to get super clean. The Green Toys range is made from 100% curbside recycled plastic that is BPA and BPS free and contains no phthlates or PVC.

These toys are designed to float in water and have a fantastic construction that makes it simple and easy for adults to open the boat for placing in the dishwasher to get super clean. The Green Toys range is made from 100% curbside recycled plastic that is BPA and BPS free and contains no phthlates or PVC.

A reminder that both branches will be CLOSED on Saturday 1 March for the long weekend - and our vollies will be down at Bunnings Bibra Lake instead! Head down and grab a snag 🌭 to support the toy library. Open as usual the rest of the month 😄

A reminder that both branches will be CLOSED on Saturday 1 March for the long weekend - and our vollies will be down at Bunnings Bibra Lake instead! Head down and grab a snag 🌭 to support the toy library. Open as usual the rest of the month 😄

With the delicate touch of little fingers, Baby Einstein and Hape’s Magic Touch Piano will let baby create thousands of different songs. Made from wood, this piano toy features magic touch technology no buttons or keys needed!

With the delicate touch of little fingers, Baby Einstein and Hape’s Magic Touch Piano will let baby create thousands of different songs. Made from wood, this piano toy features magic touch technology no buttons or keys needed!

Let's play .... RIBBON NINJA 🥷
Each player has three colorful ribbons attached to his or her wristband. The rules are simple: Snatch your opponents' ribbons before they snatch yours.
Lunge, grab, and dodge as quickly and cleverly as you can - The last ninja standing with at least one ribbon left wins the game!

Let's play .... RIBBON NINJA 🥷
Each player has three colorful ribbons attached to his or her wristband. The rules are simple: Snatch your opponents' ribbons before they snatch yours.
Lunge, grab, and dodge as quickly and cleverly as you can - The last ninja standing with at least one ribbon left wins the game!

🌟 Calling all Toy Library members! 🌟 We need your help to staff our upcoming fundraiser at Bibra Lake Bunnings. Your support will make a huge difference in keeping our toy library fresh affordable & fun. Please click the link in bio to let us know how you can help! 🌭🎉

🌟 Calling all Toy Library members! 🌟 We need your help to staff our upcoming fundraiser at Bibra Lake Bunnings. Your support will make a huge difference in keeping our toy library fresh affordable & fun. Please click the link in bio to let us know how you can help! 🌭🎉

But what does it mean to be part of the Strong and Resilient Communities program? Our toy library is lucky to have connected with a local high school, where students with disabilities will gain valuable work experience by assisting during our open sessions. There will be a multitude of benefits for everyone involved 🥳 Expect to see some new, young friendly faces soon!

But what does it mean to be part of the Strong and Resilient Communities program? Our toy library is lucky to have connected with a local high school, where students with disabilities will gain valuable work experience by assisting during our open sessions. There will be a multitude of benefits for everyone involved 🥳 Expect to see some new, young friendly faces soon!

Here's our February calendar for your reference!
A reminder that you can always check our opening hours and dates on the SeTLS database.

Here's our February calendar for your reference!
A reminder that you can always check our opening hours and dates on the SeTLS database.

A reminder that we are always closed for public holiday long weekends.
Hold onto your toys for a little while longer, we will be open next week!!
Enjoy the break and stay safe (and cool!) out there.

A reminder that we are always closed for public holiday long weekends.
Hold onto your toys for a little while longer, we will be open next week!!
Enjoy the break and stay safe (and cool!) out there.

Our first open session of 2025 is fast approaching - and we have good news, there are some bonus sessions throughout January! A reminder that we will be CLOSED over the Australia Day long weekend, so please make sure you check the calendar before visiting. 🌞🛴🧩

Our first open session of 2025 is fast approaching - and we have good news, there are some bonus sessions throughout January! A reminder that we will be CLOSED over the Australia Day long weekend, so please make sure you check the calendar before visiting. 🌞🛴🧩

It's been a big year for the toy library!! Check out the numbers... 1️⃣2️⃣3️⃣
#playingislearning #toylibraries #borrowdontbuy #ToyLibrariesAustralia #cockburncommunity

It's been a big year for the toy library!! Check out the numbers... 1️⃣2️⃣3️⃣
#playingislearning #toylibraries #borrowdontbuy #ToyLibrariesAustralia #cockburncommunity

🚨 NEW TOY ALERT 🚨 MakeDo!
Simple and safe, cardboard construction has never been this easy. This kit has enough tools for a small group of at-home makers to cut, fold and connect with up-cycled cardboard and take imagination, making and play to the next level.
Anything is possible from cardboard forts, vehicles, costumes, creatures and more.
#borrowdontbuy #toylibrary #openendedlearning #reducewaste #finemotorskills #makedo

🚨 NEW TOY ALERT 🚨 MakeDo!
Simple and safe, cardboard construction has never been this easy. This kit has enough tools for a small group of at-home makers to cut, fold and connect with up-cycled cardboard and take imagination, making and play to the next level.
Anything is possible from cardboard forts, vehicles, costumes, creatures and more.
#borrowdontbuy #toylibrary #openendedlearning #reducewaste #finemotorskills #makedo

December comes around faster and faster every year! Please note the toy library will close for the holiday break after Saturday 21st and reopen on Saturday 11 January 2025.

December comes around faster and faster every year! Please note the toy library will close for the holiday break after Saturday 21st and reopen on Saturday 11 January 2025.

A cacophony of sounds for your mini DJ at home!! 🪩🎧📀
Play the keyboard solo by turning the knob to select one of four instrument sounds or 18 fun sound effects. Then when you're ready you can press the button in the middle to select one of five background tunes and use the tempo slider to change the speed, add DJ sound effects as well as scratch along with the black record!

A cacophony of sounds for your mini DJ at home!! 🪩🎧📀
Play the keyboard solo by turning the knob to select one of four instrument sounds or 18 fun sound effects. Then when you're ready you can press the button in the middle to select one of five background tunes and use the tempo slider to change the speed, add DJ sound effects as well as scratch along with the black record!

Retro Toy Spotlight 🚨 Did you have one of these growing up?!
Babies love this bright rattle ball and can learn to roll, toss and grasp it. Toddlers learn to insert and remove shapes. Preschool aged children can get a head start learning to count. #Tupperware #nostalgiatoys #builttolast #borrowdontbuy #toylibrariesaustralia

Retro Toy Spotlight 🚨 Did you have one of these growing up?!
Babies love this bright rattle ball and can learn to roll, toss and grasp it. Toddlers learn to insert and remove shapes. Preschool aged children can get a head start learning to count. #Tupperware #nostalgiatoys #builttolast #borrowdontbuy #toylibrariesaustralia

Thanks members for your patience as we continue with our modified open dates.
Please refer back to this post when planning your visit to the toy library!

Thanks members for your patience as we continue with our modified open dates.
Please refer back to this post when planning your visit to the toy library!

🌷🪻🌼 F L O W E R - P O W E R 🌼🪻🌷
Build something beautiful!
The vibrant lilies, petunias, and daisies stack interchangeably in the assorted stems for limitless fun that blossoms in all seasons.

🌷🪻🌼 F L O W E R - P O W E R 🌼🪻🌷
Build something beautiful!
The vibrant lilies, petunias, and daisies stack interchangeably in the assorted stems for limitless fun that blossoms in all seasons.

Sorry for the delay - here is the calendar for October!
You can always find this information on our SeTLS toy database as well 😊

Sorry for the delay - here is the calendar for October!
You can always find this information on our SeTLS toy database as well 😊

A reminder of the upcoming AGM at our Atwell Branch on Saturday morning 🎉
Members please RSVP using the link in our bio!
We understand that not everyone may be available, though we do need a minimum number of members in attendance to reach quorum. We have @partieskidsremember attending and snacks as well. Come out for a fun family morning at the toy library!

A reminder of the upcoming AGM at our Atwell Branch on Saturday morning 🎉
Members please RSVP using the link in our bio!
We understand that not everyone may be available, though we do need a minimum number of members in attendance to reach quorum. We have @partieskidsremember attending and snacks as well. Come out for a fun family morning at the toy library!

📣 🙋‍♀️ ✍ Call for Committee nominations!
Our toy library cannot function without the valuable work that our volunteer committee does.
A few long standing members will be stepping down from their positions at our AGM.
We need you for 2025!
If you choose to put your hand up, you will be giving back to your community in a tangible and rewarding way. Visit the link in bio 🔗

📣 🙋‍♀️ ✍ Call for Committee nominations!
Our toy library cannot function without the valuable work that our volunteer committee does.
A few long standing members will be stepping down from their positions at our AGM.
We need you for 2025!
If you choose to put your hand up, you will be giving back to your community in a tangible and rewarding way. Visit the link in bio 🔗

We love Grimm's at CTL!!
🌈🪵🐌
#grimmswoodentoys #spielgut #learningthroughplay

We love Grimm's at CTL!!
🌈🪵🐌
#grimmswoodentoys #spielgut #learningthroughplay

It's a long weekend for the King's Birthday and both branches will be CLOSED. Please do not visit Atwell or Coolbellup on Saturday - hold onto your toys for another week!
Many thanks, Cockburn Toy Library Committee

It's a long weekend for the King's Birthday and both branches will be CLOSED. Please do not visit Atwell or Coolbellup on Saturday - hold onto your toys for another week!
Many thanks, Cockburn Toy Library Committee

For all the train lovers, there's bound to be a set in the transport section for you!
#borrowdontbuy #woodentoys #playtime #qualitytoys #playingislearning

For all the train lovers, there's bound to be a set in the transport section for you!
#borrowdontbuy #woodentoys #playtime #qualitytoys #playingislearning

Here's our September open days for you to refer back to!
Coolbellup remains open for alternate Tuesdays & Wednesdays in the morning.
Atwell is open Saturday mornings, Coolbellup open over Saturday lunch.
Don't forget that 21 September is a Public Holiday and we will be CLOSED.

Here's our September open days for you to refer back to!
Coolbellup remains open for alternate Tuesdays & Wednesdays in the morning.
Atwell is open Saturday mornings, Coolbellup open over Saturday lunch.
Don't forget that 21 September is a Public Holiday and we will be CLOSED.

📢 Calling all ACTIVE members who have been with us for 3 months or more!! It's time for you to select a time to volunteer (if you haven't already!) in September.
To avoid being nominated for a date that does not work for you, please access the Calendar and select a Member Volunteer roster which is either 🔵Blue or 🔘 Grey.
Rosters in 🟩Green are good to go and 🚩Red rosters mean we are overstaffed!!

📢 Calling all ACTIVE members who have been with us for 3 months or more!! It's time for you to select a time to volunteer (if you haven't already!) in September.
To avoid being nominated for a date that does not work for you, please access the Calendar and select a Member Volunteer roster which is either 🔵Blue or 🔘 Grey.
Rosters in 🟩Green are good to go and 🚩Red rosters mean we are overstaffed!!

Bring the water park to the bathtub!
The floating water slide comes with 2 characters and a water scoop to feed the water wheel.
#bathtoys #indoorwaterplayideas

Bring the water park to the bathtub!
The floating water slide comes with 2 characters and a water scoop to feed the water wheel.
#bathtoys #indoorwaterplayideas

Have you had a look through our dress up racks lately?
With Book Week approaching it might not be a bad idea!

Have you had a look through our dress up racks lately?
With Book Week approaching it might not be a bad idea!

A reminder that this Saturday only Atwell will be open from 9:30am to 11:30am.
The Coolbellup branch is closed so we can send our volunteer troops to Bunnings Bibra Lake for the sausage sizzle fundraiser! 🔨🌭💰

A reminder that this Saturday only Atwell will be open from 9:30am to 11:30am.
The Coolbellup branch is closed so we can send our volunteer troops to Bunnings Bibra Lake for the sausage sizzle fundraiser! 🔨🌭💰

This food cart has everything needed to run a small pretend pizza business including six toppings, a pizza cutter, plate, cheese shaker and more. Ding! Ring the bell to hear a customer’s order and explore colours, shapes and food names.
@leapfrog_uk #pretendplaytoys #borrowdontbuy #toylibrariesarethebest

This food cart has everything needed to run a small pretend pizza business including six toppings, a pizza cutter, plate, cheese shaker and more. Ding! Ring the bell to hear a customer’s order and explore colours, shapes and food names.
@leapfrog_uk #pretendplaytoys #borrowdontbuy #toylibrariesarethebest

Please always check our SeTLS calendar for open hours! The plan for August...
Atwell is open every Saturday 9:30am - 11:30am.
Coolbellup is open alternate Tuesdays & Wednesdays 9:30am - 11:30am as well as each Saturday between 11:30am -1:30pm.

Please always check our SeTLS calendar for open hours! The plan for August...
Atwell is open every Saturday 9:30am - 11:30am.
Coolbellup is open alternate Tuesdays & Wednesdays 9:30am - 11:30am as well as each Saturday between 11:30am -1:30pm.

Moving, talking globe helps teach geography!
Joystick controls the aircraft as you fly across the globe and take a closer look using the magnifying glass 🛩🌍
#learningthroughplay #vtechtoys

Moving, talking globe helps teach geography!
Joystick controls the aircraft as you fly across the globe and take a closer look using the magnifying glass 🛩🌍
#learningthroughplay #vtechtoys

Our Bunnings BBQ fundraiser is fast approaching next week - are you able to help?
Please reach out if you can attend on the day and volunteer or if you are able to donate food & items to keep our costs down. This is our big fundraiser for the year so we appreciate all hands on deck!

Our Bunnings BBQ fundraiser is fast approaching next week - are you able to help?
Please reach out if you can attend on the day and volunteer or if you are able to donate food & items to keep our costs down. This is our big fundraiser for the year so we appreciate all hands on deck!

Let's make some noise for NAIDOC Week 2024!
Kids can sing, dance, shout and ignite a fire within to learn more about the oldest continuing culture on Earth. Look out for our Noongar and indigenous resources in our toy collection this week, to encourage your little ones to connect and understand Aboriginal stories.
⚫🟡🔴🔵🟢⚪
With thanks to Leah Cummings from @bunyadesigns for the beautiful artwork!

Let's make some noise for NAIDOC Week 2024!
Kids can sing, dance, shout and ignite a fire within to learn more about the oldest continuing culture on Earth. Look out for our Noongar and indigenous resources in our toy collection this week, to encourage your little ones to connect and understand Aboriginal stories.
⚫🟡🔴🔵🟢⚪
With thanks to Leah Cummings from @bunyadesigns for the beautiful artwork!

2 adorable Peg Pals are just the right size for small hands to grasp & hold – and drop through the treetop over and over (and over!) again!
#sillysafari #fisherpricetoys #playsets #earlylearningtoys

2 adorable Peg Pals are just the right size for small hands to grasp & hold – and drop through the treetop over and over (and over!) again!
#sillysafari #fisherpricetoys #playsets #earlylearningtoys

Expect to see some different faces wearing aprons this month - we have invited local members to volunteer with us and see just how great the toy library is! Check our calendar to see who is popping in on what day. A great way for our members to meet people of influence in our area 😄
#joinusinjuly #toylibraries #volunteering

Expect to see some different faces wearing aprons this month - we have invited local members to volunteer with us and see just how great the toy library is! Check our calendar to see who is popping in on what day. A great way for our members to meet people of influence in our area 😄
#joinusinjuly #toylibraries #volunteering

Gabby's Dollhouse Hot Cocoa 🐱☕
When it’s time for a party, fill your cups with pretend hot cocoa, drop in the marshmallows and fruit toppers, then top it off with the rotatable whip cream toppers that you can turn, to reveal some yummy sprinkles!
#toylibrary #pretendplay #cockburnkids

Gabby's Dollhouse Hot Cocoa 🐱☕
When it’s time for a party, fill your cups with pretend hot cocoa, drop in the marshmallows and fruit toppers, then top it off with the rotatable whip cream toppers that you can turn, to reveal some yummy sprinkles!
#toylibrary #pretendplay #cockburnkids

Have you borrowed our vinty rocking horse yet?
She has some old world charm, for sure!

Have you borrowed our vinty rocking horse yet?
She has some old world charm, for sure!

Pretend to be the captain of this tug boat as you explore the sea and meet the creatures of the waves!
#woodentoys #imaginaryplay #smallworldplay #borrowdontbuy

Pretend to be the captain of this tug boat as you explore the sea and meet the creatures of the waves!
#woodentoys #imaginaryplay #smallworldplay #borrowdontbuy

Unfortunately we need to reduce our open hours to combat rising costs and a downturn in volunteering. From 1 July 2024 the Coolbellup branch will open every second Tuesday & Wednesday. This decision was not made lightly, but we hope this has the least disruption for members. Please ensure you check the calendar before visiting, to avoid any disappointment! Yours in Play, Cockburn Toy Library Committee

Unfortunately we need to reduce our open hours to combat rising costs and a downturn in volunteering. From 1 July 2024 the Coolbellup branch will open every second Tuesday & Wednesday. This decision was not made lightly, but we hope this has the least disruption for members. Please ensure you check the calendar before visiting, to avoid any disappointment! Yours in Play, Cockburn Toy Library Committee

Super Magnet Lab is perfect for children to explore how magnets can attract & repel, have polar opposites, and occupy a range of magnet strengths.
#scienceplay #learningthroughplay #educationalresources #learningresources

Super Magnet Lab is perfect for children to explore how magnets can attract & repel, have polar opposites, and occupy a range of magnet strengths.
#scienceplay #learningthroughplay #educationalresources #learningresources

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