School Library

We believe every student should have the confidence and skills to read widely and often. Our strategy for 2025–2026 focuses on:

• Raising reading and spelling ages for all students.
• Embedding reading across every subject.
• Developing disciplinary literacy and vocabulary.
• Supporting learners with tailored interventions.
• Promoting oracy and dialogic strategies.
• Building a strong reading culture through events and parental engagement.

Here’s what you can look forward to this year:

• Bookbuzz in Year 7 – all students receive a book to take home and keep.
• Student Ambassador Librarians – helping to run the library and promote reading.
• Reading Buddies – Year 7 students paired with University of Southampton mentors.
• Bronze Reading Charter – rewarding commitment to reading.
• Silver Reading Charter – beginning our work to achieve our silver award!
• Seasonal Events – from Halloween to Eid, with themed book displays.
• Blind Date with a Book – surprise reads for Valentine’s Day.
• Slam Poetry Club (Monday lunchtimes) – creative expression through spoken word.
• Reading Club (Mondays after school).
• Spring, Summer and Winter Reading Festivals.

• Borrow books regularly and explore new genres.
• Join our book swaps and reading clubs.
• Take part in literacy events and competitions.
• Browse our school website to check books on loan, to request new titles or even play games: Weston Secondary School Library Page

• Recommended Reading Lists – curated for each year group.
• Vocabulary Glossaries – supporting subject-specific language.
• Tutor Reading Programme – linked to curriculum themes.