Library

 

Opening Hours

Monday – Friday:  8.30am - 4.30pm

Frogmore’s Learning Resource Centre (LRC) aims to ignite curiosity for inquiry-based learning, information literacy and reading for pleasure in every student. With access to a large collection of dyslexia-friendly and “quick read” books, as well as Sora, an online platform of eBooks and audiobooks, the LRC is designed to be accessible for all. We are continuously reviewing our stock to ensure it reflects our diverse student body.

Students can explore a wide array of subjects in our non-fiction collection, discover new fiction genres and feel a sense of community. With regular writing and drawing competitions based on different themes, and opportunities to create content for the school newspaper, the LRC lunchtime clubs are perfect places for students to grow and connect with like-minded peers. Whether you’re seeking a quiet place to study afterschool, wanting a safe space at break/lunch or looking to escape your worries through the power of books, our LRC is dedicated to providing a supportive and enriching environment for all.

 

From September 2024, our lunchtime clubs will include:

Monday: Year 7 Games Club. Exclusive library access for year 7s and pupil librarians to play games and make friends.

Tuesday: Sunflower Club. Named after the sunflower lanyard scheme to raise awareness of hidden disabilities, this is a safe space for students who are neurodivergent or have chronic mental/physical health conditions to explore their identity, meet others with similar experiences and build their confidence. Whether a student is curious to explore a diagnosis, identifies as self-diagnosed or is on the pathway to diagnosis, all are welcome.

Wednesday: Pride Club. Dedicated to celebrating and supporting LGBTQ+ identities, this club offers a safe space for LGBTQ+ students and allies to chill out, educate peers, and advocate for equality.

Thursday: Writing and Drawing Club. A chance for budding artists and writers to explore their creativity and develop their skills. Open to students of all levels, the club provides a supportive environment where students can share their work, receive constructive feedback and collaborate on group projects for the school newspaper.

Friday: Pupil librarian meeting. Pupil librarians are dedicated student volunteers who help manage the LRC. They assist in organizing books, running clubs/events and promoting a love for reading throughout the school.

For an insight into some of the resources available, take a look at our specialised reading lists or explore Sora and Oliver (our library management platform), both of which can be accessed through the Student area of the Frogmore website: Frogmore Community College - Students (frogmorecollege.co.uk)

Recommended Reading Lists

 

To help students find entertaining and informative books, we have produced recommended reading lists by year group and topic. For those in need of more inspiration, subject-specific reading lists can be found in the library and Miss Grimshaw is able to give suggestions.  

Books in the Teen section are deemed suitable for ages 13+, while T+ books contain sensitive or adult themes so can be borrowed by years 10-11. A parental permission slip can be obtained if students wish to borrow books above their age range.

With the library loyalty card scheme, students earn a stamp for each book they borrow and get a reward for getting 10. Students are encouraged to have a book with them at all times to read during tutor and library/English lessons. Books are loaned for 4 weeks but can be renewed if the student requires longer.

Boys Read too Fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid ...Pride ClubDisability Awareness and AcceptanceBooks about Mental HealthNeurodiverse-friendly

Recommended Reads Yr7 

Recommended Reads Yr8 & Yr9

Recommended Reads Yr10 & Yr11

   These are not exhaustive lists by any means and students are free to select other appropriate book titles. Additionally, although these lists are fiction based, it is perfectly acceptable for students to select non-fiction titles. The library will be open between 3.00-4.30pm each day should parents wish to seek advice and guidance from the school librarians.

 

Library Staff:

  • Library Manager: Ms B Grimshaw

Contact us by email: library@frogmorecollege.co.uk

 

Testimonials

  • "Everyone is welcome and included in everything.” Oliver, Y9
  • “I feel comfortable talking to teachers or adults around school about my worries.” Connie, Y10
  • “The best things about being at Frogmore is the tutor groups, as you get to be around older and younger years to get and give advice.” Georgia, Y8
  • “Every member of staff cares.”  Oliver, Y8
  • “All the teachers help push you to the best of your ability.”  Chloe, Y8
  • “I think the best thing about Frogmore Community College is that the teachers are always there to help and your voice is heard by them.” Mollie, Y8
  • “The teachers are always helpful in lesson and will always help when you don't understand.”  Madison, Y9
  • “The environment is well cared for and the school is diverse and inclusive.” Serynna, Y8
  • “I think that the one of the best things is the diverse range of subjects.”  Hiba, Y7
  • “I feel happy and positive every day when I am at school.”  Jake, Y7

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