Toy Library

What is a Toy Library? 


North East Action for Children Parents and Inclusion (NAPI) has a well established Toy Library service which has been running for many years. The various toy library services are open to:


  • Parent and Toddler groups (Donations are welcome)
  • Registered Childminders
  • Private Day Nurseries
  • Playgroups
  • Parents
  • Additional Needs Children
  • Schools
  • Professionals

We are based at Heaton Community Centre, Trewhitt Road, Heaton, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE6 5DY.


Terms and conditions, accessibility information and charging policies are available on request.


Here are just some of the comments about the Toy Library from our members:-


"A fantastic idea opening up to playgroups, a must for any Early Years setting"


"Thank you for providing me with all our new toys"


"As a nursery we all think the toy library is a really good idea, also the children love new experiences"

Toy Loan


For New membership please email admin@napi.org.uk


For existing members please click the below link:

Toy Library

Additional Needs Toy Library


What this service will offer!


  • A dedicated service for parents, carers, childminders and other settings who care for children with special and additional needs.


  • A toy library that is set up to give children and young people with special and additional needs an opportunity to loan suitable, quality toys and specialist equipment.


  • A service which removes the barriers of cost and access to specialist equipment.


  • A dedicated person to promote the development of play for all children.


  • Support for the development of individual resilience by developing confidence, supporting problem solving and developing a sense of belonging which reduces the feeling of loneliness and isolation.


For more details on this service please contact us on 0191-2656158 or email admin@napi.org.uk