Published on Monday, 16 June 2025 at 9:48:40 AM

Bassendean Memorial Library is proud to present Sensory Rhymetime with Sensorium Theatre: a free, inclusive, and sensory-rich story time program designed specifically for neurodiverse children and/or children with disability aged 0–4.

Running every Friday in August 2025, this joyful and interactive program invites young children to experience stories in a way that suits their individual needs. Through music, movement, textures and rhyme, children are encouraged to explore and engage at their own pace, whether that means clapping, singing, listening quietly, or simply soaking up the sounds and sensations around them.

Created in partnership with Sensorium Theatre – Australia’s only company producing interactive, multi-sensory theatre for children with disability – Sensory Rhymetime draws on the principles of the State Library of WA’s Better Beginnings program. Sessions are intentionally small, relaxed, and led by friendly facilitators, allowing plenty of space for each child to enjoy the experience in their own way.

This initiative is part of the Town of Bassendean’s Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (DAIP) and aligns with the Town’s commitment to providing all community members, including those with disability, equitable access to services and events.

This program is being delivered with support from the State Library of WA’s Better Beginnings program.

Event details:

When: Every Friday in August (1, 8, 15, 22 and 29 August)

Time: Time slots each Friday: 9:30am-10:20am | 11:15am-12:05pm | 1:30pm-2:20pm

Where: Bassendean Memorial Library

Cost: Free. (Bookings essential – one ticket per child)

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Families are reminded to stay home if unwell and update their booking via Trybooking to allow others on the waitlist to attend. Please note that this program is tailored to children aged 0–4, and age restrictions apply.

Bassendean Memorial Library is wheelchair accessible and offers limited parking, including an accessible bay, in the underground carpark off Wilson Street.

For more information, contact the Library at (08) 9279 2966 or email [email protected]

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