Manning Library

The City of South Perth Libraries (South Perth and Manning) offer vibrant, free programs for children and families. With dedicated early childhood sessions, interactive storytimes, and play-based learning opportunities, the libraries provide welcoming spaces for young families to learn, grow and connect.

Early Childhood Programs

(All programs run during school terms unless specified)

At South Perth Library:

• Story Time (Ages 3-5)
  • Tuesdays 10:30-11:30am
  • Stories, songs and craft activities
  • No bookings required
• Rhyme Time (Ages 0-18 months)
  • Wednesdays 9:30-10am
  • Songs, rhymes and stories
  • No bookings required

At Manning Library:

• Toddler Time (Ages 18 months-3 years)
  • Thursdays 9:30-10:15am
  • Songs, stories, dancing and action rhymes
  • No bookings required
• Play Time (Ages 6 months-5 years)
  • Fridays 10-11:30am
  • Eight sessions per school term
  • Play-based learning activities
  • No bookings required
• Gentle Sensory Story Time (Ages 3-5)
  • First Tuesday monthly, 10:30-11:30am
  • Calm, supportive environment
  • Bookings essential
• Interactive Story Time (Ages 3-5)
  • Alternating Wednesdays 10:30-11:30am
  • Sensory and tactile elements
  • No bookings required