LRC Staff
- Mrs V Seward - LRC Manager
- Mrs H Warren - Librarian
Our web-based database called Reading Cloud, is accessible from any computer enabling you to search the Centre's resources as well as listing websites suitable for cross-curricular use.
How to use the Reading Cloud App
Reading Buddies
Our Reading Buddy programme offers a chance for Year 7 and EAL students catch-up on their reading skills.
Read more...Learning Resource Centre - LRC
The LRC is a thriving area of The Wavell School and is used by students throughout the day. The LRC is open to students of all Years before and after school as well as during break and lunchtimes. Our friendly team of Librarians, Prefects and Assistants are here to help you.
Opening Hours
8.15am - 3.30pm
Student User Guide to the LRC
LRC Code of Conduct
CHANGES TO THE LIBRARY THIS TERM
You may have noticed that the library hasn’t been open this term. This is due to exams taking place in here. However, there are still a number of ways you can borrow, renew and return library books:
Borrowing Books
- Reserve a book by logging into Reading Cloud using your Microsoft 365 login. Reserved books should be delivered to your tutor within 48 hours.
- Choose from a selection of books available in your classroom library lesson.
- Using your Microsoft 365 login, log into Sora to access e-books and audio books.
Returning and Renewing Books
- Either bring books to the librarians in A1.1 at breaktime or to the mini library in C Block at lunchtime (near the Hall entrance/Y7 toilets) .
- Computer Access for Homework
- A1.1 is open during break and lunchtimes for students to do homework.
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Recommended Reads & BOOK LISTS
Stuck for ideas as to what to read? Visit our Recommended Reads page for suggested books by reading age, Year Group, and topic.
Good Mental Health in the Library
Apart from reading and research, the library is often a place for quiet reflection. Many of the students see the LRC as a safe haven away from the hustle and bustle of the playground. Sometimes a sanctuary for those with friendship issues.
An area of the LRC is designated as a ‘chill-out’ zone for students requiring sanctuary thus widening the choice of space and option of therapy. As a school, we already cater for vulnerable students with outstanding pastoral care in the Pastoral Block, in Learning Support, with the Health and Welfare Officer and in the Inclusion Room.
Pastoral staff can book the LRC for these students to do their school work as well as enjoy ‘time-out’ with the jigsaw puzzles, drawing, and colouring provided. Books are also available to read covering all areas of mental health and teenage concerns in our ‘Shelf Help’ display area.
