Visiting the Library

Daycare

The Visits and Halls Department hosts BA visitors children under six, in the presence of one of their parents, in a place where they can enjoy their time.

Location: BA Plaza, behind the Conference Center

Opening hours: Daily from 11:00 am to 4:00 pm except Fridays, Saturdays and official Holidays

Admission to the Daycare is free of charge. Children are allowed in the daycare area only if:

  • either of the child’s parents is using the BA;
  • either of the child’s brothers or sisters is using the Children’s Library, the Young People’s Library or attending an event at the BA;
  • either of the child’s parents is attending an event at the BA. 

Rules and Regulations:

  • Parents must present their tickets or membership cards to the care service. 
  • Parents must fill in the child’s personal information form and present their ID. 
  • A child needs only one parent to stay with.
  • Toys and sharp objects are not allowed.
  • Eating is not allowed in the closed area.
  • Children are asked to put the toys, colors, etc back in their place when they finish playing with them.
  • Children have free choice to participate in any of the scheduled activities.
  • Prior reservation is required for large groups and nurseries (maximum 30 children).

Our Daycare provides:

  • a safe and secure environment for children,
  • Staff members who can communicate with children, orient them to different activities and help them enjoy their time,
  • weekly activities,
  • special place for breastfeeding and diaper change,
  • educational materials for parents, concerning raising up their children, and
  • special programs for large groups and nurseries.

Children’s Activities:

  • Coloring
  • Toys 
  • Handcrafts
  • Drawing 
  • Storytelling 
  • Watching cartoons 
  • Mind games
  • Clay play
  • Playing in the garden
  • Special lectures and presentations teaching children good manners