Academy Library
The library at Harris Academy Wimbledon offers a wide range of books, as well as access to computers and printing facilities. For the latest library news, please follow us on Twitter: @HawiLibrary. A blog with library news will regularly be published here.
Browse Harris Academy Wimbledom AccessIt, the school’s online catalogue, to search for books in the library, view the latest and most popular books and find out what to read next. Students who log into their accounts can renew and reserve books online, submit book reviews and suggest books for purchase. For queries, comments and suggestions, please contact Mrs Angely, the Librarian: c.angely@harriswimbledon.org.uk.
Library Opening Times
Mon: 8.00 - 16.00
Tues: 8.00 - 16.00
Weds: 8.00 - 16.00
Thurs: 8.00 - 16.00
Fri: 8.00 - 16.00
Before school - All students are welcome to use the library before school for independent study and quiet reading.
After School - All students are welcome to use the library after school for independent study and quiet reading.
Resources
You can borrow two books at a time for 14 days. The library is in an exciting phase, growing its stock in preparation for the move to the new building. Teachers and students have an active input in the purchase of fiction and non-fiction books to ensure the library’s resources are relevant to all students’ interests and educational needs. If you can’t find the book you’re looking for, just ask us and we will consider ordering it in.
The Harris Academy Library welcomes donations of books from families and appreciates the generosity behind these donations, that supports all students at Academy.
The library only accepts the following donations:
Fiction Books:
- Must be middle grade or young adult fiction
- must be in excellent / very good condition - no rips, writing, stains
- must not be from any other library
Non-Fiction Books:
- must be published 2017 or later
- must be in excellent / very good condition - no rips, writing, stains
- must not be from any other library
Any books that don't meet these criteria will need to be taken away for disposal elsewhere.
A range of inspiring reading lists for students who are looking for a great book to read next will be up soon, so watch this space…
Reading events and activities
The library facilitates events all year round to promote a love of reading. We host an annual Book Fair and celebrate National Poetry Day and World Book Day. All students are encouraged to take part in the House Reading Challenge, which runs throughout the academic year.
Each academic year, a group of students will be invited to shadow the judging process for the prestigious Carnegie Book Award.