Self-guided visits

Schools are welcome to run self-guided Library visits for groups of students. As groups can be disruptive, it is important to let us know when you are planning your visit so we can ensure there are no clashes with scheduled programs or other groups. Please contact our Youth Services Librarians.

Guided visits

The Library offers guided tours for school groups from pre-primary through to high school. Tours are conducted by the Youth Services Team and can be customised according to the age, ability and interests of your students. Library tour (20 minutes)

This tour will take your group around the Library's public areas, providing information about the collections on each floor. The tour will focus on the floor that is most appropriate for your students.

Library tour and reading (40 minutes)

This tour will take your group around the Library's public areas, providing information about the collections on each floor. The tour will focus on the floor that is most appropriate for your students. The tour will be followed by a reading of some of our favourite stories.

Note: Tour groups access the Library via the stairs. Lifts are available if required, but are not recommended for large groups.

Day Care Visits

Bring your day care group for a visit to the City of Perth Library. Self-guided and guided visits available on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.

Self-guided visits

Day Care Centres are welcome to run self-guided Library visits for groups of children. As groups can be disruptive, it is important to let us know when you are planning your visit so we can ensure there are no clashes with scheduled programs or other groups. Please contact our Youth Services Librarians.

Guided visits

The Library offers one-off tours and storytimes for day care centres on request. These visits are conducted by the Youth Services Team and can be customised according to the age, ability and interests of your group. 

Library tour and storytime (40 minutes)

This tour will take your group around the Library's public areas, providing information about the collections on each floor. The tour will focus on the floor that is most appropriate for your group. The tour will be followed by a reading of some of our favourite stories.

Storytime only (20 minutes)

This visit will focus on the Children’s floor, with a reading of some of our favourite stories. A simple craft activity can be included on request, please allow additional time for craft. 

Please contact our Youth Services Librarians to book a tour.

Youth Services Librarians
Telephone: 08 9461 3500
Email: childrens.library@cityofperth.wa.gov.au

Plan your visit

Meeting point

If the weather is fine we recommend assembling on the lawn between St Georges Cathedral and the Library. A Youth Services Team member will meet you five minutes before your booked tour or programme starts. If the weather is inclement, assemble students in the Library foyer by the lifts on the Ground Floor. Please take care to ensure students are not blocking either the lift or stair entrances.

Conduct in the Library

School tours and presentations take place alongside standard Library operations. Please encourage your students to maintain the quiet atmosphere. Students remain the responsibility of teachers at all times.

Food

Food and drink are allowed inside the Library, however there are limited spaces for large groups to sit. The Library's front lawn is recommended for breaks (weather permitting). Alternatively, the tree area on Level Four can accommodate your group.

Baggage

If you have booked a tour, the Library can store school bags for the duration of your visit. Please inform us if bag storage will be required when you book.