📚 Welcome to The Derby High School Library

Our library is a vibrant, welcoming space located on B Floor — a hub for reading, research, relaxation, and enrichment.

🕒 Library Opening Times

📘 Book Returns:
Please return all books to the Returns Box located in front of the TV screen in the Library.

🔎 Explore the Library Catalogue

🖱️ Access Oliver Library Catalogue

Use Oliver to:

• Search for books and reserve them online
• Review books you’ve read
• Renew your loans
• Explore themed reading lists and curriculum-linked collections

📖 Reading & Research Resources

• 📚 Wheeler’s eBooks: Access over 1,400 titles
  🔐 Log in with your school network username and the password: Derbyhigh1
• 📰 Complete Issues: Read up-to-date articles on current topics — perfect for research and extended reading.
• 📘 BookTrust Recommendations: Explore suggestions for all ages
• 📦 Scholastic Book Club: Shop now — each purchase earns rewards for new library books!

📅 Weekly Clubs & Activities

Our lunchtime and morning enrichment clubs give students the chance to relax, learn, compete, and connect, and all activities contribute to Derby Diploma credits.

♟️ Chess is playable every day, with regular tournaments and tuition on Fridays.

👩‍🏫 Library Team & Student Roles

Our Library is supported by a dedicated team of Student Librarians and Library Assistants who help with duties during social times.

• 📋 Apply to join the team every half term
• 🗓️ Team Meeting: Fridays, 8:15 – 8:35am

🛠️ Additional Library Facilities

Students also have access to:

• 💻 Computers for research and homework
• 🖨️ A4 Colour Printer
• 🧩 Jigsaws, Scrabble, Puzzle Sheets, and Colouring Sheets

🎟️ Access Passes

To visit the Library at specific times:

• Lunchtime: Collect a barcode sticker for your planner at break the day before
• Before School: Collect a Morning Pass at break the day before

📬 Ask the Librarian

For any questions or support, contact:
✉️ Mrs Forkin – jforkin@thederbyhighschool.co.uk