Child Friendly Study Room
Many students with children struggle to balance their academic responsibilities with their parenting duties. Providing a parenting room in the library can help alleviate this challenge by offering a dedicated space where parents can care for their children while still having access to academic resources. This initiative addresses the unique needs and experiences of caregivers. A Child Friendly Study Room demonstrates the institution's commitment to diversity and inclusivity by acknowledging and accommodating the needs of a diverse student population, including those with caregiving responsibilities.
This room will be located on the 3rd floor of Leddy Library (3169 Main Building). The Child Friendly Study Room will be equipped with amenities like comfortable seating, a desk, and a table. It will be available during library hours, accommodating various schedules and study habits. Child Friendly kits can also be checked out with the room. Child Friendly kits are children’s backpacks filled with books, puzzles, art supplies, and toys to occupy children while the caregiver is working. Chromebooks, power banks for charging, and headphones are also available for loan.
Book the Room
Child Friendly Study Room usage policies
- Rooms can be booked online through the our booking site for sessions from 30 minutes to 3 hours.
- Caregivers must checkout a room key at the library Information Desk at the time of their booking.
- They must have their children (12 years of age or under) present to use the space.
- Children may not be left alone without their caregivers in the room at any time.
- Caregivers are responsible for their children’s safety and behaviour.
- Library staff can neither supervise children nor be responsible for their safety.
- The Child Friendly Study Room is available on a first come, first served basis.
- The room has a capacity of 1 adult and 2 children
- Caregivers are expected to clean up after themselves and leave the room in good condition for the next users, and disposing of trash.
- Caregivers are encouraged to wipe down all furniture and toys prior and after use.
- Caregivers must use the washrooms for diaper changes and disposal of soiled diapers. A change table is available in the washroom on the first floor of the Leddy library across from the information desk.
- Caregivers and children must vacate the Child Friendly Study Room 30 minutes before Leddy closes.
- Violation of these or other applicable library policies may result in loss of access to the Child Friendly Study Room
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