Library

The school library plays a central role in the life of the school and in the education of its pupils. The principle aim of the library is to provide the perfect environment where all students can develop a lifelong love of reading and learning.

It fulfils a number of important functions. These include:

• Catering for the educational requirements of both students and teachers;
• Assisting and supporting independent learning and research;
• Encouraging reading in a variety of areas for both personal and academic development; 
• Awareness and training in the area of IT to both enhance learning and to help in academic project creation and presentation;
• Providing an alternative venue to the classroom for whole class visits.

The library contains excellent resources and books which cater for all ranges of interests, both academic and non-academic.

The computers in the library have access to the internet, the complete library catalogue, Microsoft Office and educational software packages, including mind-mapping, touch typing and music programmes.

The library contains core textbooks, past exam papers and an up-to-date careers section.

A full-time librarian is on hand at all times to assist students with their learning, research and study. 

OPENING HOURS

The library is open from 8.15 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. daily but closes at the earlier time of 3.00 p.m. on Wednesdays.