The school library service provides a resources loan and library advisory service to educational establishments within North Yorkshire and the City of York.

By using the school library service you can:

• save time and money;
• respond quickly to curriculum demands;
• develop your pupils' reading and learning experiences; and
• improve the quality of your school's resources

We offer a range of services and facilities, including:

• advice, including library policy, development of new libraries and using ICT in libraries;
• a project loans service, providing specially selected resources for all subjects and key stages to support the National Curriculum;
• reading development loans;
• a book purchase scheme for school libraries and classroom collections;
• new and recommended books;
• resources to support literacy and numeracy;
• book promotion and information skills sessions for children;
• support for reading clubs and out of school hours activities;
• continuing professional development for teachers;
• newsletter and telephone support; and
• giving talks on children's books to encourage children to enjoy reading and to develop their independent learning skills