The future looks bright for UK literacy: Are you ready to build your school library?

With £15 million committed to school libraries, here’s how to plan smart, keep it simple, and build something that lasts. Read on!

Prepare your school library for the UK’s National Year of Reading 2026

Practical ways to prepare your school library for the National Year of Reading 2026 – using your online catalogue to inspire everyone.

7 library technology trends that are transforming the way we work

Discover how library technology is reshaping daily workflows, improving access, and supporting modern library services.

Let them lead: 5 youth-led library activities that actually work ​

From D&D to digital content, young people share what works – and how libraries can support their ideas, creativity, and leadership.

How the Lundy Model helps you build a school library children actually use

Discover how the Lundy Model helps create school libraries students love by aligning space, voice and action with their real needs.

The library is for everyone: Why inclusive collections matter more than ever

Learn how inclusive collections transform young readers’ lives, and how your library can create spaces of joy, safety, and belonging for every child.

Don’t keep it all in your head: Creating library documentation that works

Don’t know where to begin? Your library documentation ensures that your service keeps running smoothly – even when you’re not around.

How to keep the library moving forward when the librarian leaves

Discover practical strategies for handover and choosing the right library system to keep things running smoothly when someone leaves.

Single sign-on for libraries: A guide to how it can improve your service

Explore the benefits of single sign-on for libraries, streamlining access for everyone with one secure login for all resources.

ISBNs vs Barcodes: Which library identification system is best?

Discover the key differences between ISBNs and barcodes, and learn which system will keep your library collection organised and easy to manage.