RESOURCES FOR LEARNING

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1 Somerset Services to Education Providers RESOURCES FOR LEARNING Service Provider: Somerset County Council Service Category: Academy Schools Chargeable Contact: Resources for Learning Parkway, Bridgwater, TA6 4RL Fax Service Description: Karen Horsfield, Manager Introduction What We Offer Gold Subscriber Silver Subscriber Bronze Subscriber Loan Periods Useful Links How to Order the Service INTRODUCTION There is a clear link between the quality of a school s library and the general well being of pupils and their literacy levels. It has been demonstrated that when teachers and librarians work together, students achieve higher levels of literacy, reading, learning, problem solving and information and communication technology skills. WHAT WE OFFER UNESCO/IFLA School Library Manifesto A wide range of books and resources to support a broad and balanced curriculum that enables all members of the school community to become critical thinkers and confident users of information, developing independent life-long learners. Resources include books and AVA resources. Materials to support literacy and reading, helping every child become a reader through enjoyment, to create independent readers and readers for life. Resources include fiction 1

2 boxes, author boxes, group reading materials, shared reading materials, genre collections, AVA resources etc. An online catalogue of all the titles in the literacy collection is available. This gives a guide to year, band and level for each title. A range of support, information and guidance for literacy that will assist with literacy planning and delivery, the provision of resources and access to training and workshops. Inspiration and information on flexible, innovative and exciting library spaces and the management of the resources held within them. We offer a complete package from library design through to the fitting of library furniture, overhauling book stock, reclassification and processing. Discounted book purchase scheme which includes free processing. Sales of book jackets, date labels, shelf guides, book dividers, etc. Training and support on all aspects of school library provision for staff, volunteers and pupils. Includes a range of professional development, working with teachers and students to ensure that students are equipped with their own strategies for handling information and training library volunteers. Language collections. Library Management Systems. Advice and demonstration of suitable software and practical help in building a catalogue of books and resources, training and ongoing support. Discounts available on the purchase of a system. Resources for Total Communication. A catalogue of resources developed by Somerset Total Communication is available. Items can also be viewed at Resources for Learning. They can be supplied in loose leaf or made up form. 2

3 GOLD SUBSCRIBER Discount for small schools/academies with NOR less than 99. Discounts for CLPs. Prices on application. The Gold standard package includes: Virtually unlimited loans (subject to availability), handpicked to suit individual needs. Excellent value for money to purchase 1000 items at the average book price costs ! Borrow items, return them and borrow some more all within the cost of your subscription. Language collections. Extensive AVA collection available, including broadcasts for schools, some mainstream programmes and commercial films. Please ask for further details. Bookable in advance. Resources to support literacy and reading. A range of support, information and guidance for literacy that will assist with literacy planning and delivery, the provision of resources and access to training and workshops. Up to one day of RfL staff time to be used in school for stock editing, parents evening, library design, fitting of library furniture, advice and consultancy etc. Free training sessions as arranged by Resources for Learning. Contact us for details. Discounted book purchase scheme (contact us for details). Library Management Systems. Advice and demonstration of suitable software and practical help in building a catalogue of books and resources, training and ongoing support. 3

4 SILVER SUBSCRIBER Opt to borrow a specified number of resources over the academic year. No issues regarding tatty, out of date books or finding time to make your own purchase. Level items per annum. Compare with the cost of purchase and save about 1, Level items per annum. Compare with the cost of purchase and save about 3, Level items per annum. Compare with the cost of purchase and save about 5, (Any usage above the agreed levels will incur extra charges. We endeavour to advise you if you are about to exceed your limit. Please contact us for advice.) Topic collections handpicked to suit individual needs. Resources to support literacy and reading. Discounted book purchase scheme (contact us for details). Library Management Systems. Advice and demonstration of suitable software and discounted practical help in building a catalogue of books and resources, training and ongoing support. All other services available on a pay-as-you-go basis. All our prices are very competitive and cost-effective. 4

5 BRONZE SUBSCRIBER - PAY AS YOU USE SERVICES There is no need to indicate this choice on the order form. Please contact Resources for Learning to discuss your requirements. Select from the services we offer above. You will be invoiced directly by Resources for Learning. Note: We cannot guarantee to supply material against every individual request, since we operate within the constraints of published output, overall demand and purchasing power. We will, however, ensure that all of the loan allocation can be taken up. LOAN PERIODS All items except Reading Gazebos one term. Reading Gazebos two weeks. Please note that it is often possible to renew items, depending upon demand. USEFUL LINKS Resources for Learning Somerset Total Communication Global Learning and Education Centre HOW TO ORDER THE SERVICE Log in to the SSTEP Customer Ordering System and order your choice of package from: Gold Subscriber Silver Subscriber (Note: Please contact Resources for Learning direct if you wish to use the Bronze Subscriber Pay As You Use service.) (Please note that the SSTEP COS is only available to members of the SSTEP Online Ordering group who are authorised to order chargeable services for their school.) 5