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Welcome to the 'Birtles Library' located within the Resource Centre at Brisbane Boys' College (see Library Map). We cater for Middle School (Years 7-9) and Senior School (Years 10-12) students. The Junior School has a library situated within the Junior School precinct which caters for Years 4-6. With over 85,000 resources in our combined collection, your sons have access to one of the most extensive school libraries in Australia. Built on the foundations of a solid core collection in all curriculum areas, our resources are constantly being updated to reflect the ever evolving world of information. We subscribe to over 100 journals and magazines covering many educational topics as well as topics of interest. Your sons also enjoy online subscriptions to a number of databases. Building upon the College motto of 'Success for Every Boy', the Library Team has created 'A Library for Every Boy'. With our three distinct levels, we are able to offer a flexible learning environment providing for differing learning styles and a wide range of learning activities. Teaching staff also enjoy the use of our facilities for their classes. This makes our library a very dynamic and diverse educational environment. Located within the centre and overseen by library staff is a Lecture Theatre, Editing Suite, Seminar Room and E-Zone. |
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 This level holds our Reference Collection and Audio Visual Department. With over 4,000 multimedia resources, there is an extensive range that supports the curriculum. This level is a social area where your sons can play chess or simply relax. There are also 11 computers for use by the boys. A 100 seat Lecture Theatre is used for class lessons, activities, visiting guest speakers, GPS debating, parent evenings and perfo8 August, 2007
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 This level houses an extensive Fiction Collection with over 6,000 books, separated into Middle School and Senior School. The E-Zone is a designated area where your sons have access to the Internet and software available in the labs. The Seminar Room is used for the Wide Reading Program, and classes requiring access to the library's resources. (see Level 3 Map) |
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Our Services Opening hours during term Our library is open Monday to Thursday 7.30am to 5.00pm and Friday 7.30am to 4.00pm. Loans Your sons are able to borrow Non Fiction, Fiction and Reference books, Journals and Magazines, Vertical Files, Maps and Posters. Photocopying/Printing/Scanning/Laminating A photocopier, colour printer and black and white printer are readily available to your son. An A3 scanner and laminating are available upon request. Computers We have 24 computers throughout the library for class use. Of these, 11 computers (level 2) are available for homework and assignment use before school, at lunch and after school. Magazines and Newspapers We subscribe to more than 100 journals and magazines, covering all aspects of the school curriculum and also general interest. We also subscribe to a number of newspapers, and back issues are available for assignment use. Chess This is a popular pastime with students and is available before school, at lunch and after school. Displays We keep up-to-date displays throughout the library. These are often themed on events happening within the school such as Veterans' Day or Bastille Day. It may even be your son's artwork, poster or model. We also keep abreast of current events around the world, with constantly changing, dynamic and thought-provoking displays. |
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CRICOS Code: 00491J
This level houses our Non Fiction Collection. With over 28,500 books including 7,000 History books, 3,400 Literature books, 2,000 Art books and 780 Film and Television books this strong collection is even utilised by past students. Outside class time, this is the designated quiet area for your sons where they can work and study. (see Level 1 Map)