Visits to libraries can be arranged for:
- Schools
- Nurseries
- Playgroups
- Family Learning Groups
- Out of school groups such as Brownies, Scouts or after-school clubs
If you are not able to bring your class or group to the library, a Children's Librarian may be able to visit you.
During your visit we will:
- Introduce children to the library service
- Encourage children to join and use the library
- Introduce children to books and encourage them to read
- Inform children about events and activities in libraries
- Ask the children about their reading and information preferences and needs
A storytime may be included, if appropriate. We do not tailor visits specifically to the school curriculum.
Prior booking of visits is required; all requests will be considered but we cannot guarantee a visit at a particular time.
Teachers or group organisers should contact their local library or the Children's Services Resource Centre:
01332 255411
01332 380712 (Minicom)
childrens.services@derby.gov.uk
Requests will be passed on to the appropriate Children's Librarian or Bookstart Project Officer.
The information required for each visit is:
- Which library you wish to visit
- Name of school or organisation
- Contact name and phone number
- Purpose of the visit
- Preferred date and time of visit
- Alternative dates/times
- Age of the children
- Number of children
- Whether any of the children have particular needs
The Children's Librarian or Bookstart Officer will contact you to confirm the details.
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