Our aim is to provide students with a comfortable, supportive and welcoming learning environment. We encourage students to become independent learners by helping them to develop the skills to access information efficiently and effectively. We not only promote reading for pleasure but also to support the curriculum.

We provide:

• study areas throughout the library
• a wide range of print & electronic materials
• access to a full time & part time Librarian who can advise on where to find information
• networked computers
• inductions & information skills sessions for students & staff
• after school study Homework Club

Opening Hours
Library	Mon-Fri	8.30am-4pm
Homework Club	Mon-Thurs	3.30pm-4.15pm

Sixth Formers have unlimited access with the exception of break & lunchtime when the following year groups are given priority:

Monday	Years 7 & 9
Tuesday	Years 8, 10 & 11
Wednesday	Years 7 & 9
Thursday	Years 8, 10 & 11
Friday	All Years

Facilities
Our well-equipped library has both fiction & non-fiction books, periodicals, magazines & newspapers, computers & printers, scanner, photocopier, local information & local studies section.

Event/Activities

• Scholastic Book fairs
• Author visits
• Reading Award Scheme
• Book sales
• Writing workshops
• Quizzes & competitions

If you require any further information regarding the Library, please contact our Librarians, Mrs Hussey or Mrs Kennerley.