Welcome to the library
The Lornshill Academy library serves as a central and vibrant hub within our school community. Designed to be a light, open, and welcoming space, it encourages individual study, research, leisure reading, and a variety of class-based activities.
Equipped with 30 computers, printing facilities, a dedicated teaching space featuring a Prowise touchscreen and webcam, and an extensive collection of fiction and non-fiction books, the library provides a rich learning environment.
The library plays a vital role in supporting the Curriculum for Excellence, empowering both pupils and teachers. We are committed to fostering a culture of independent learning by providing all pupils with access to information and conducting supportive sessions that develop essential information literacy, research skills, and critical thinking abilities.
Furthermore, the library collaborates closely with the English Department to cultivate a love of reading within the school. The Librarian is readily available to assist students with all aspects of their research endeavors and to offer personalised reading recommendations.
Useful information
The library is open throughout the school day, until 3.30 on short days and 4.00 on long days. Teachers can book periods for their classes to use the library’s resources. Seniors are welcome to use the library during their private study periods for independent or group work.
The library is managed by Ms Robertson, who is a Chartered Librarian. She is available for help and advice throughout the school day, and can be contacted via the School Office or by email: clprobertson@glow.sch.uk
The Careers Adviser is based in the library on a Monday and Wednesday-Friday, and we have a dedicated Careers Library offering information on course and career options. Help with using online careers resources such as the My World of Work and PlanIt websites is available as required.