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School Services at Inspire Libraries

Your local Inspire library offers a wide range of children's books to support children's interest and enjoyment of reading in and out of school.   Inspire Libraries welcomes visits from school classes to browse and find out more about what the library has available.

Class visit: Introduction to the library

Led by a member of Inspire Library staff the visits will introduce the library, spark imagination, and encourage reading for pleasure.

Sessions are tailored to the age group, are interactive and include:

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  • Introducing what the library has and how it works including finding and choosing books
  • Book based fun eg story, quiz or other activity
  • Time to browse and borrow* from the library

Running time: 45 mins - 1 hour

Cost: FREE

*To borrow from the library children will need their own libary card.  The library can support you to arrange this in advance by supplying membership forms to be sent home with parents.  If returned to the library 2 weeks before the planned visit, cards will be ready for the children on the day.

How to arrange an Introduction to the Library class visit

Email or call Ask Inspire who can direct your query to your local library to arrange a date and time for your visit

e:  ask@inspireculture.org.uk

t: 01623 677 200

Tell us:

  • How many classes you would like to visit
  • The age of the children
  • What days/dates will work for you   
    Most libraries have a number of regular and special events so some dates may be unavailable but they will be able to discuss availability within your preferred dates.

Teacher led: Book exchange visits

Child selecting book from a shelf.

A regular opportunity for children to visit the library with school to browse and borrow* books.   

These sessions are led by school staff.

Running time: 30mins - 1 hour

Cost: FREE


* To borrow from the library children will need their own libary card.  The library can support you to arrange this in advance.

How to arrange teacher led book exchange visits

Email or call Ask Inspire who can direct your query to your local library to discuss what days/times are possible

e:  ask@inspireculture.org.uk

t: 01623 677 200


Did you know?

A group of children sat on the floor in Warsop Library, smiling, surrounded by book shelves
  • Joining the library is FREE.  Children aged under 15 just need permission from a parent or carer.
  • Children (and adults!) can borrow up to 24 items.
  • There are no overdue charges for children and young people aged 0 - 19.
  • Children can reserve items from all of our libaries for free.
  • Library membership gives access to our eLibrary services for eBooks, eAudiobooks and eMagazines.

Supporting reading outside of school