📚 Our School Library
We believe that reading opens doors—to imagination, knowledge, and lifelong learning. Our school library is a vibrant, welcoming space where children can explore stories, discover new interests, and build a love of reading.
📖 What’s in Our Library?
Our library contains over 3,000 books, carefully chosen to support learning and inspire curiosity:
- Reference Section: Non-fiction books linked to curriculum topics—from Romanichal Gypsies to How to Paint Like Picasso and Tell Me Why Rain is Wet. These support classroom learning and encourage deeper exploration.
- Fiction Section: Over 1,500 titles ranging from picture books and early readers to chapter books and novels for confident readers. There’s something for everyone—even reluctant readers can find a story that sparks their imagination.
🕒 Weekly Library Time
Each class has a dedicated library slot every week. During this time, children can:
- Browse and borrow books to take home
- Sit and share stories with friends
- Recommend favourite reads to others
We encourage children to borrow books regularly and enjoy reading at home with their families.
🧼 Taking Care of Our Books
Books are shared treasures—and we want every child to enjoy them in great condition. Please help us by:
- Keeping books clean, dry, and safe from pets or food
- Returning books on time so others can enjoy them too
- Reporting any damage so we can repair or replace items
- Using a book bag or folder to protect books in transit
Together, we can keep our library well-stocked and ready for every reader.
👨👩👧👦 Family Involvement
Reading is a shared journey. We welcome parents and carers to:
- Ask about what your child is reading
- Visit the library during open events
- Donate good-quality books your child has outgrown
🌐 Useful Reading Resources
Here are some trusted websites to support reading at home:
- Oxford Owl – Free eBooks, phonics help, and reading tips
- BookTrust – Book recommendations and activities for all ages
- LoveReading4Kids – Age-specific book lists and reviews
- BBC Bitesize KS1 & KS2 English – Reading and comprehension support
- World Book Day – Ideas, events, and costume inspiration
These resources are great for finding new books, building reading habits, and making reading fun at home.
🌟 Reading for Pleasure and Progress
Whether it’s a bedtime story, a fact book about volcanoes, or a gripping adventure novel, every book helps children grow as learners and thinkers. Our library is designed to support both reading for pleasure and reading for progress.
