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Welcome to the Library
Welcome to the Library
The Library is situated at the top of the stairs near to main reception
The Library is situated at the top of the stairs near to main reception
Opening Times
Opening Times
Monday - Thursday 8am-4pm
Monday - Thursday 8am-4pm
Friday 8am - 3:30pm
Friday 8am - 3:30pm
Students can access the library from 8am until 8:45am, during morning break, lunch break, and then after lessons finish until 4pm.
Students can access the library from 8am until 8:45am, during morning break, lunch break, and then after lessons finish until 4pm.
The Library may be closed on specific dates, but the timetable display outside the library is updated every week to let pupils know ahead of time. If you want to enquire about opening hours on a specific date, don’t hesitate to email Mr Ellis at gellis@heanorgatespencer.org.uk.
The Library may be closed on specific dates, but the timetable display outside the library is updated every week to let pupils know ahead of time. If you want to enquire about opening hours on a specific date, don’t hesitate to email Mr Ellis at gellis@heanorgatespencer.org.uk.
Library Rules
Library Rules
We have a few simple rules that students are expected to observe
We have a few simple rules that students are expected to observe
- Please keep the volume low, quiet talking is welcome.
- Please don’t eat or drink in the library.
- Pupils in years 7-11 are not allowed to use their phones.
- The computers are for study and research only.
- Please pick up your litter and keep the space tidy.
These rules are in place to ensure that the library is a great place for reading and study. Breaking these rules can result in any combination of B points, a detention, and a temporary ban from the library.
These rules are in place to ensure that the library is a great place for reading and study. Breaking these rules can result in any combination of B points, a detention, and a temporary ban from the library.
Ethos
Ethos
Heanor Gate’s library is a hub for pupils to read and borrow books, play chess or top trumps, and study using our computer suite.
Heanor Gate’s library is a hub for pupils to read and borrow books, play chess or top trumps, and study using our computer suite.
Our main goal is to encourage reading for pleasure across the school. The best way to achieve this is to get pupils reading books that interest them! Pupils are always more than welcome to ask Mr Ellis for recommendations or help with finding a new book. They are also encouraged to request new books for Mr Ellis to order in!
Our main goal is to encourage reading for pleasure across the school. The best way to achieve this is to get pupils reading books that interest them! Pupils are always more than welcome to ask Mr Ellis for recommendations or help with finding a new book. They are also encouraged to request new books for Mr Ellis to order in!
Unlike most libraries, silence is not mandatory, and study music is often played throughout the day. Instead, we have a low volume rule with a focus on respecting other pupils sharing the space.
Unlike most libraries, silence is not mandatory, and study music is often played throughout the day. Instead, we have a low volume rule with a focus on respecting other pupils sharing the space.
Clubs
Clubs
We currently run two clubs:
We currently run two clubs:
Chess club is on Mondays from 3pm - 4pm.
Chess club is on Mondays from 3pm - 4pm.
Book club is on Thursdays from 3pm - 4pm.
Book club is on Thursdays from 3pm - 4pm.
Overdue Books
Overdue Books
If a pupil has overdue books, they may not be allowed to borrow any more. If this happens, an email will be sent home asking a parent or guardian to help find the overdue book. If the book cannot be found, please email Mr Ellis to confirm it as lost. There is no penalty or charge for a lost book.
If a pupil has overdue books, they may not be allowed to borrow any more. If this happens, an email will be sent home asking a parent or guardian to help find the overdue book. If the book cannot be found, please email Mr Ellis to confirm it as lost. There is no penalty or charge for a lost book.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many books can I borrow at once?
A: Two
Q: How long can I borrow a book for?
A: Two weeks, but you can renew your book to borrow it for longer.
Q: How do I borrow a book?
A: Bring it to the library desk and Mr Ellis will check it out for you.
Q: How do I return a book?
A: Pop it in the big blue ‘Returns’ box just outside the Library doors, or hand it to Mr Ellis.
Q: Is there a fine for overdue books?
A: No, please just bring it back, there is no fine or telling off. Mr Ellis will be really happy to see the book again!
Q: Can I donate books?
A: Yes! We would love you to donate your pre-loved books to the library. Some of our most popular books were donated by parents and pupils.
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