Launch of new virtual library
Books offer readers the opportunity to inhabit new worlds, experience new cultures and see things from a new perspective, which is why the Bridgewater team continues to find new ways for our students to consume literature and help nurture in them a love of reading and all the benefits that this brings.
The new virtual library recently launched to senior students is a powerful example of this commitment. Brainchild of Mr Barker, Deputy Head (Academic), the web application enables Bridgewater staff to curate resources and bespoke reading lists for different cohorts, delivering a more individualised and targeted approach, whilst a powerful search function enables students to explore a wide variety of texts and authors in an intuitive and engaging way. Said Mrs Barker “This new digital platform provides students and parents with an exciting new range of targeted resources to support each child’s learning, both inside the classroom and beyond.”
Miss Robinson, English teacher and key to the development and implementation of the new initiative, adds “As a department, our aim is to support children in developing the vital literacy, verbal, creative and research skills necessary for success. Providing students with a rich and varied reading resource is critical to our delivery.”
Miss Robinson continues “Within English lessons, students are formally introduced to the library system and taught how they can search for a wide range of books, articles and reference materials. Our department library is growing daily and students have regular opportunities to renew their selection with their English teacher or a student librarian. The new web application can also be used to access further features such as reservations, browsing our recommended dyslexia friendly titles, or even writing their own book reviews.
“Alongside the physical book collection, students also have access to a vast selection of Wheelers eBooks and audiobooks to borrow straight to their devices. All eBooks can be read with an appropriate overlay of choice, suitable for those with visual processing needs and an accessible dyslexia friendly font can be selected for all titles, ensuring our offering meets the needs of every individual.”
The new platform is in addition to the school’s physical libraries situated within the Prep Department, Senior School and Sixth Form which provides the opportunity for all pupils, from the age of 3 to 18, to browse the shelves and be inspired.
