Check out what's available in the library

Had another overdue letter?

The library catalogue is available online. You can not only check out what book are available but you can even renew your own books - not need for any more overdue letters.

The school library is part of the Scottish Borders Council library network and is open throughout the school day from 9am-3.45pm.  The large circular library is bright and spacious providing pupils and staff with a unique area to study and relax.

The library can comfortably accommodate more than 50 pupils and offers quiet place to study, read, complete homework or use one of the 13 computers available. An adjacent conference room can be booked for small group work or meetings.

The library is staffed by a professional librarian, Mrs Renstead and a team of library helpers.

What the library has to offer?

Reading

The library stock is divided into Fiction, Non-Fiction and Reference. Pupils in S1 and S2 are timetabled to use the library during class time but are also encouraged to borrow books during breaks, lunch or after school. Recently the library hosted visits by Cathy Cassidy and Sharon Dogar.

How do I become a library member?

All pupils must complete a library member form in order to borrow books. If pupils are members of the public library they can use their card to borrow books from the school library. Pupils are encouraged to use their Young Scot card to borrow materials.

How long can I keep a book?

All books are issued for a 3 week loan period. If pupils do not return a book within 5 days of the due date an overdue letter will automatically be sent home. Letters are issued by library headquarters.  Pupils can renew books if they would like to borrow a book for a longer period.

Information

ICT

13 computers are available in the library. Pupils must book computers in advance during break, lunch or after school.

Study Facilities

Pupils can use the library during and outwith class time. The library has a comprehensive range of, for example past exam papers and revision papers.

Careers Library

The Careers library can be found in the library and appointments can be made with the Careers Officer who visits the school on a regular basis.  A wide range of college, university and job information can be found in the Careers library .  If you are unable to find what you are looking for speak in the first instance to Mrs Renstead or Dave McKay when he is in school.