The Library contains a large collection of non-fiction books arranged according to the Dewey Decimal Classification System. The majority of books are available for loan to pupils and staff but some are for reference only, including those in the 'quick reference' section. Several daily newspapers are taken and there is a small collection of periodicals. The Library has a wireless network and a number of laptop computers available for pupils to borrow for use in the Library. There are also three computers with headphones for audio-visual use, and printer facilities which include an A3 printer.

The Kent Room houses the fiction collection arranged in A-Z order by author surname, as well as a small general reference section. In addition there is a suite of networked computers offering access to information on the school's Intranet and via the Internet. Standard printer facilities are provided and wireless access is available for pupils with their own laptops.

The library catalogue is accessible throughout school via the Intranet. Items currently on loan to other borrowers may be reserved by pupils and staff.

Opening Hours

The library is open between 8.30am-9pm Monday-Friday and 8.30am-12.40pm Saturday with some closed periods. It is open at break time Monday to Friday and at lunch time three days a week. Full details of open hours are displayed on House notice boards,outside the library and on the Intranet. Returned items can be posted in a returns box when the library is closed.

The Library is reserved for quiet study between 6.45-9.00pm.

Borrowing

Pupils in Years 7-10 may borrow six items and in Year 11 ten items and renew them twice. Sixth Form pupils may borrow twelve items and renew them three times. The standard loan period is two weeks but extended loans are allowed over school holidays. DVD's can only be borrowed for one week and some 'Restricted Loan' items are only available to staff and older pupils.

Staff

Librarian - Mrs Alison Lainchbury BA MCLIP
Mrs Nele Beyens - Library Assistant
Mr Rhodri Williams-Wandoch - Library Assistant
Miss Helen Morgan - Library Assistant