In addition to the Senior Library, the Sixth Form centre now has its own library collection. This includes resources specifically for sixth form use which comprises newspapers and selected fiction titles. The centre also has a set of eight PCs which have access to the internet.
Careers Library
Our Careers Library is designed to help students meet key decisions points in an informed way Items of particular interest to Years 12 and 13 are University prospectus, information on gap year opportunities and guides about specific careers.
Senior Library
Our Senior Library contains over 5,000 items covering a wide range of resources, including, fiction, non-fiction, daily newspapers, magazines and DVDs. The Library is staffed by a Chartered Librarian who is on hand to provide guidance and support from 9.30am-3.00pm on a daily basis. It is open to all Sixth Formers supporting their AS and A2 Level studies.
Library Induction for Sixth Form Pupils
As part of Brigidine’s induction day(s) to the Sixth Form, all pupils entering Year 12 will receive instruction and guidance on how to make use of the Libraries at Brigidine and its online catalogue.
Sixth form pupils may borrow up to 4 items at any one time and should be booked out with the Librarian.
Access to external libraries
We do encourage all pupils to become members of their local public library. Public Libraries now offer a 24/7 access to E-Libraries which will compliment resources available in school and support projects. These external resources are of particular relevance in the Sixth Form pupils as EPQs (Extended Project Qualification) become more widely used. For further details on how to contact your local library please use the following links:-
Windsor & Maidenhead Libraries http://www.rbwm.gov.uk/web/libraries_joining.htm
Slough Libraries http://www.slough.gov.uk/libraries/
Buckinghamshire Libraries http://www.buckscc.gov.uk/bcc/libraries/libraries.page?
Surrey County Council (covering Staines, Ashford, Sunbury) http://www.surreycc.gov.uk/libraries
