Merton's Sensory Libraries 

 

Welcome to our new dedicated section for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).

All our libraries are equipped with ear defenders and pop up dark tents. To make our sensory libraries fully immersive we have sounds and specialist scents to match the theme of each library.

Our staff and volunteers are here to make your visit comfortable and enjoyable. Please contact staff for assistance.

All of our children’s libraries now have a unique theme (see below) with sensory equipment and specialist SEND book stock, specially adapted toys and equipment that can be borrowed. 

 

Mitcham library

 

Brrrr! Explore our chilly Arctic Circle library, watch the whale, orcas and seals and enjoy the sparkle fibre optic strands.

 

 

Morden library

 

Immerse yourself in Morden's forest and meet the friendly animals that live there. Engage with our magical interactive floor system which has an array of multi-sensory learning experiences.

 

 

Wimbledon library

 

Step into the heart of the jungle and meet Tarzan and his animal friends. Watch out for coconuts in our palm trees and hear the parrots squawking to the jungle rhythms.

 

 

Colliers Wood library

 

5, 4, 3, 2, 1 blast off! Come and enjoy an out of this world library. Discover the planets and immerse yourself deep into space by listening to the sounds of the universe.

 

Raynes Park library

 

Experience all the seasons and the changing weather in one place. Look out for kites, hot air balloons, sensory ceiling and our rainbow crawl through tunnel.  

 

 

 

West Barnes library

 

Roll up, roll up! Come to the greatest show on earth at West Barnes library and meet our very own clown and elephants.

 

 

Pollards Hill library

 

Take a dip in the water at Pollards Hill library and explore our under the sea world. Meet the dolphins and look for treasures in our treasure chest.