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Attention all book lovers!

 

It is my absolute pleasure to introduce myself to you: My name is Miss Painter, and I am the new school librarian.

Reading has been my favourite hobby ever since I was in school. My fondest memory is getting new sets of books like The Hunger Games and Divergent for Christmas and then spending the days leading up to New Year’s reading whilst eating leftover chocolate coins and all varieties of biscuits!

I loved reading so much when I was younger that I decided to continue my studies of English Literature throughout college and university.

Now, reading is integral to my day-to-day life. It helps me to learn, to relax, to expand my imagination, and to inspire my own creative writing.

So why is reading so important?

Research shows that reading for pleasure can help grow empathy, build confidence, inspire creativity, and support learning. In 2024, the National Literacy Trust found that twice as many children who enjoy reading in their free time had above average reading skills than children who do not enjoy it.

Just 10 minutes of reading every day could make a world of difference, so why not start now?

Come and visit the school’s library to browse the fantastic selection we have!

We have fiction books for those who love getting lost in new worlds with new characters, non-fiction books for any fascinated by facts, history, and Guinness World Records, and we have a great selection of graphic novels, too.

If you are not sure what to read, then try and find a book related to a hobby you enjoy. This could be football, dancing, caring for an animal, or going on long walks in nature.

You can also look for a book related to a topic you find fascinating, like Greek mythology, witchcraft, or solving mysteries.

If you need help finding something, then ask one of our very friendly library ambassadors who can show you around.

Once you have found a book to read, try the following!

  • Set yourself small reading goals.
  • Make reading fun and creative! For example, you could keep a book journal and decorate it with stickers and artwork.
  • Read the same book as a friend and have book discussions together.
  • Find a music playlist to listen to when reading, or better yet, make your own playlist for that specific book.
  • Find the audiobook version and keep the story going even when you are on the move.

The library is a peaceful place for you to visit during breaks and lunchtimes as well as before and after school. There are comfy sofas to snuggle into, shelves upon shelves of amazing books, computers and tables for doing homework and, most importantly, there is a warm, friendly atmosphere where all are welcome. 

 

 

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Personal Development Day - Oct 2025
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English Blog - Sept 25

    

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