Library
The Library...
… isn't just a library. It is a space ship that will take you to the farthest reaches of the Universe, a time machine that will take you to the far past and the far future, a teacher that knows more than any human being, a friend that will amuse you and console you -- and most of all, a gateway, to a better and happier and more useful life.Isaac Asimov
Welcome to the Library at FGCS!
The library provides a supportive and stimulating environment for creative and enquiring minds.It offers our students and staff a bright, friendly and quiet space for research, study and reading.
We aim to encourage critical and independent thinking and foster a lifelong love of reading for pleasure. To this end, the library is well stocked with a wide range of resources supporting the interests of our students at all levels.
Student Librarian Team
Our student librarians play a vital role in the successful operation of our library. They perform a variety of duties, including managing the circulation desk, processing new resources, choosing new resources and accurate shelving. Student librarians also act as reading ambassadors within the wider school community. Applications to join the team are open once a term.
Opening Times
The library is open to students
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Before school from 8:00 to 8:20, Tuesday to Friday
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At break from 10:10 to 10:20, Monday to Friday
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At lunchtime from 12:10 to 12:45, Monday to Thursday
Tile and weblink to Accessit online catalogue:
Our new Accessit Online Library Catalogue makes exploring books easier than ever! Log in using our convenient Single Sign-On feature to check your account, reserve books, and discover your next great read. You can also read and write reviews, share your thoughts with others, and browse curated reading lists designed to inspire every kind of reader. Whether you’re searching for something specific or just looking for ideas, Accessit connects you to a world of reading at your fingertips.
Library Interventions & Clubs
Literacy Intervention
Lexia® PowerUp Literacy® accelerates literacy gains for secondary-age students who struggle to access the curriculum and maximise their potential in exams. The program addresses literacy skills ranging from early primary through to academic vocabulary and higher order comprehension skills.
At FGCS we utilise Lexia alongside the core curriculum. We provide two hours of supervised Lexia contact time per week during after school Lexia clubs. Lexia’s adaptive blended learning model also allows students to log in from home to complete further homework tasks.
Newspaper Club
This year, Forest Gate Community has their first Newspaper Club!
This club is completely student led as 4 year 10 students — who fill the roles of Editor - in - Chief, Co - Editor - in - Chief, Design Director and Production Manager — make all the calls in designing the student newspaper.
Students in years 8-10 have been trained as photographers, reporters, journalists, and editors to produce their own pieces, which are fully overseen and collaboratively worked on alongside our year 10 team. This club is open to new members.
Click on the link below to read the Forest Gate Community School Student Newspaper
Contact
The Library/Learning Resource Centre is run by Ms Schrey - Librarian and LRC Manager
For more information, queries and suggestions contact library@forestgatecst.org