Our Resources: Introduction Teachers and Support Staff The Library Language Department ICT Resources

CHOOSE A RESOURCE Get them reading! Whether they’re researching information for homework, taking a break in the world of fiction, or learning how to build a rocket, reading is one of the most productive, educational things your child can do. It helps them to learn, improves their writing and widens their understanding of the world around them. Encourage your child to become a reader now – and they’ll be learning for life! READING IS FUN

Our computerised library is home to over 7,000 fiction and non-fiction books – ideal for leisure and satisfying a thirst for knowledge! We also have a range of information packed CD ROMs, subject related magazines, and Internet access supported by a mass of useful web addresses to help pupils track down what they need. A mass of practical and inspiring careers information completes this valuable resource centre.

Your child will have easy access to the library: junior forms have free access on a rota basis at lunchtimes, sixth form students are encouraged to use the library resources during private study periods, and all pupils can use the library at break times and after school until 4.30pm.

Teachers bring classes to the library to work where that is appropriate and the English department make frequent use of the library with Years 7, 8 and 9. As well as being encouraged to select books to read at home, pupils in years 7 to 9 work on “The Reading Wheel”: a scheme that encourages reading books from different genres and develops comprehension skills with relevant follow-up work. We also encourage participation in activities such as “World Book Day”, “Reading Week” and the school’s own “Scholastic Book Club”.

Mrs Brown, our librarian, will ensure that your child feels comfortable in their library and will help them make best use of it by demonstrating how to use various library catalogues and index systems.