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Services for Primary Schools

Mobile LibraryWe want to help you create a Primary School Library to be proud of, which is

  • accessible to all
  • appealing and attractive
  • easy to use
  • a fun space for enjoying books and reading
  • designed to have a positive impact on learning
Advice and Support

Our team of librarians can

  • assess your library
  • recommend curriculum materials 
  • recommend materials to broaden horizons through reading for pleasure
  • ensure your children have the skills required to use the library
  • advise on classroom collections
  • advise on library refurbishment
  • advise on library automation
Mobile Library

From our mobile library you can

  • choose from over 4000 books on your doorstep in an exciting environment
  • involve children and staff in the selection process
  • purchase pre-selected, high quality, shelf-ready books
  • receive up to 15% discount on purchases
  • select a time to suit you
Training and Events

Our extensive training and events programme provides

  • inspirational talks from award winning children’s authors and illustrators
  • literature related activities designed for teachers and children
  • a wide variety of training from external experts
  • free parking
Reading for Enjoyment and Reading Group packs

Why not supplement your own resources with some of ours?

  • SLS Reading for Enjoyment packs provide a fresh collection of reading materials for each class every term
  • Reading Group packs enable you to run a book group in school without having to purchase multiple copies of a title 
Special Collections

Our special collections give you access to a wide range of material in difficult to resource areas of stock

  • the Dual and Foreign Language collection represents more than 60 languages
  • our Visually Impaired collection can supply audio materials or large or giant print books (up to 36 point type)
  • free weekly delivery and collection is included

 

Membership of the Schools Library Service starts from £295 but services can be accessed on a pay as you use basis. Please contact us for further details.