Library
D' you want to know where real magic lives? It lives within the pages of books. Reading for fun can change who you are and who you can be. (Malorie Blackman)
The ECC Library is a vibrant facility that enhances and supports learning across the curriculum. It is a welcoming space for students who are looking for a place to read for pleasure, relax and have fun.
Our librarians, Mrs Hatchard and Dr Robinson, get great pleasure helping students on their reading journey to improve their literacy skills, develop confidence and enjoy reading.
The College has a strong 'reading for pleasure' culture, where students read at the start of 3 lessons every day. All students, as part of 'being prepared', should have a reading book from either the library or home. In addition to this, students can take out books that we class as pleasure reads. These might be books related to a hobby or interest, or one of our many Manga or graphic reads.
The Library is open before, during and after school for students to browse and borrow from our extensive resources, read in our comfortable seating areas, undertake research and complete homework.
The College Library System - Accessit
To access the College Library Web App Accessit, log onto to your student My Apps portal and click guest, then the blue box. You do not need any passwords. Click here for a help sheet on how to best use Web App, including how to reserve, renew and write reviews.
The Library at ECC is a lively and vibrant facility that supports learning across the college.
What We Have To Offer
- Over 14,000 fiction and non-fiction books to choose from across a wide range of genres and authors, including graphic, manga, cartoon and comic strip books
- Reading for Pleasure scheme for years 7–10 with reading rewards
- A large collection of books linked to films/series or tie-ins are available on DVD to borrow, free of charge.
- Students can borrow up to 4 books for 3 weeks.
- We regularly refresh our stock with new and exciting titles/authors and are committed to improving diversity with an expanding selection of dyslexic-friendly, BAME and LGBTQ+ themed books.
- 15 computer stations available for homework and school-related internet-based research
- Regular library sessions for all English sets across KS3 and Year 10
- Dedicated librarians offer advice, recommendations and support to students from all-year groups.
- KS3, Year 10+ and adult fiction sections are on offer.
- A comfy seating area to read and relax in
- Fun and exciting displays and frequent competitions with fantastic prizes – have a look at our 'What's On' and 'Competition Time' pages or the Web App!
- A "Suggestions Box" for students to request new resources
- Students are encouraged and rewarded for writing book reviews, which are displayed on books.
- Popular author visits in the last two years have included: Jaqueline Wilson, Chris Bradford, Manjeet Mann, David Baddiel, Patrice Lawrence, Matt Oldfield and Emma Carroll.
- We offer participation in World Book Week, National Reading Champions Quiz and Carnegie, and other exciting events throughout the year that students can participate in.
- The Library runs a Book Club and a Board Games Club. Further details can be found on our Enrichment page.
- A photocopier and printer are available for students to use.
Library Monitor
We have an amazing team of 30 monitors ranging from Year 7 through to Sixth Form students.
Library Monitor Responsibilities:
- Complete training (1 hour after school)
- Weekly duty either at break or lunchtime in pairs
- Issue and return books
- Recommend books to students
- Write book reviews
- Tidy shelves/alphabetise
- General support
If you are an existing library monitor or would like to sign up to be a monitor for the next academic year, please contact Mrs Hatchard, who will put your name on the monitor training list. You will then be notified when training will be taking place via ClassCharts. In addition to this, please complete a monitor's application form, which can be found below, or collect one from the library.
Reading for Pleasure
'The National Literacy Trust states that students who read for pleasure have better academic and life outcomes and success'
.A reading for pleasure culture provides intrinsic motivation to read. Primary schools work hard to get all pupils reading (for pleasure), but secondary schools have a responsibility to keep pupils reading for pleasure. Students who read for pleasure, in turn, read more and reading age increases, as does a thirst for reading and knowledge. Students are expected to read 3 books each half-term and complete their reading ruler (see below), they can then collect their reward from the library. In addition to this, they are entered into a half-term prize draw
Damaged and Lost Library Books
Library books should be returned in the same condition in which they were issued. They are checked before going out and on return, a number of books have recently come back with graffiti, missing book jackets and torn/ripped etc. Please look after the books as they are for everyone to read and enjoy.
If a book is returned damaged or lost, please talk to the librarians and explain what happened. Depending on the age of the book, how many times it's been issued and if you have lost/damaged books previously, we will decide the best action. You may be asked to pay a contribution to replace the book if necessary via iPay. This is usually 50% of the retail price or a replacement sent in. If paying the contribution is going to be difficult, please contact us.
Contact Us
We Are Here to Help!
Please do get in contact if you have any queries.
lisa.hatchard@exmouthcollege.devon.sch.uk
jackie.robinson@exmouthcollege.devon.sch.uk
Telephone: 01395 255647