Borrowing books from the school library

Students may borrow up to 3 books for 3 weeks.  

All you need to do to borrow a book is bring your smile and name to the main desk and your librarian will do the rest! Books can be renewed for a further 3 weeks if it has not been reserved by another student. Just bring the book to the librarian to renew it. 

What happens if books are returned late or lost? 

Students must take care of the items they borrow and remember to return them on time (see the date stamped inside). There is a helpful reminder system in place if you do forget: your tutor will remind you, and a letter may be sent home. You could be charged to replace any lost/damaged books. 

Miss Le

Our school librarian is an avid reader of young adult and fantasy novels. You'll find the librarian in their natural habitat in the library. Can't find them? Look closer, and you'll find the top of their head peeking over the bookshelves, or lost in another world with their nose buried in book. 

Their favourite books are: Howl's Moving Castle by Diana Wynne Jones and The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern.

Our student librarians

These wonderful students volunteer to help out in the library at break time and lunch time! They are identifiable through their lanyards, and are more than happy to help fellow students and readers to find, locate and recommend books. Be sure to say hi to them! 

Why is reading important? 

Children in England are reported to read less frequently for pleasure outside of school than children in many other countries. 

But reading makes you:

• Smarter, developing your vocabulary and comprehension: reading teaches us words that enable us to better express ourselves.
• Develops empathy and resilience: reading allows us to step into someone else's shoes and experiences, allowing us to better understand and communicate with each other.
• Nurtures mental health and well being: children who do not read regularly are at more risk of developing mental health problems later in life, including depression, anxiety and aggression.
• Stronger! Studies have shown that those who read for pleasure have a greater ability to cope with difficult situations.
• Sleep better: giving your brain a good work out can help you to sleep better. 

Happy reading!

Please contact the school office on:

Email: info@oasisarena.org

Tel: 0208 2406700