The Library is a resource for the whole school which aims to support the work of all staff and students by encouraging a reading habit and enjoyment of books and reading. The library is here to support the curriculum and encourage independent learning by providing resources, guidance and space for research tasks, study and revision.

All staff and students are automatically members of the library which is open throughout the day, including lunch time, and is available for individual, group and class use. (8am – 4.30pm). The morning break is allocated to student librarians for training and project work and Tuesday lunch is for year 7 students only.

What you can use the library for?

To work quietly, independently or with a friend.
To research for a project and/or lesson.
To read fiction - contemporary, classics, graphic novels, quick reads, and illustrated books.
To catch up with the latest articles in newspapers or magazines – local and national.
To book a computer to use for study
To consult the librarian about resources, titles and study skills
To attend an extracurricular club

What resources are available?

A collection of fiction, information and reference books, newspapers, magazines, etc
For a list of newspapers and magazines we currently have click here (link to word doc with list)
A careers collection including University prospectuses
Networked computers and printer

Online Resources

An E library management system ECLIPSE which enables all stock to be searched on the catalogue by author, title, subject and keywords.

Follow the links below for quality information but ensure you make a note of the website you have visited and the date that you accessed the URL.

Use INFOTRAC to search 1500 journals, ask Miss Robinson for the password.

Join Islington Public libraries for access to a number of great resources click here to see what is available.

Intute can help you find the best websites for study and research. With millions of resources available on the Internet, it can be difficult to find useful material. Subject specialists from Universities review and evaluate thousands of resources to help you choose the key websites in your subject. Click on your subject or use the search box just like you would use Google.

Miss Robinson is continually updating this Delicious account, it is a growing resource and you are welcome to make suggestions. Why not create your own social bookmarking account to keep track of your favourite links?

What can you borrow and for how long?

Years 7-11 can borrow 3 books
Year 12 can borrow 4 books
The loan period is 14 days but items can be renewed

Please remember that you are responsible for all items borrowed on your ID card until they are returned and cleared off your record.

Student Librarians

The library also contributes to students’ social development by involving them in the running of the library and at present there are 25 students in the library team. Their tasks include:

• Keeping the library tidy
• Helping to issue and return resources
• Helping to choose resources for the library
• Dealing with enquiries and requests from students
• Advising students on books they will enjoy reading
• Advising students on useful resources for homework
• Helping out at special events such as author visits
• Helping to prepare displays

Please click here for our current newspaper and magazine list.