9/09/2024
Library
Our school library is a busy, lively and well used facility. It contains an extensive stock of reading books, reference books and newspapers. There are over 3,000 books for loan and the substantial reference section includes books to support all areas of the curriculum including books in other languages.
A member of staff is on duty during every Main School morning break supported by a team of volunteer librarians from Year 6.
Library sessions are part of the curriculum for all pupils from Year 2 to Year 6 and pupils learn how the library is organised, and how to use it efficiently. Older pupils practice study and research skills and are introduced to a wide range of fiction and non-fiction books, reference books and poetry. A folder of Recommended reading books for each year group is kept up to date and on display in the library. Pupils are also able to request books they would like added to the library.
A section has recently been created specifically to appeal to early/emerging readers and this has proved very popular with our younger readers.
The library is comfortably furnished with soft chairs and sofas for relaxed, quiet reading as well as a seating area for group work.
All pupils are encouraged to use the library on a regular basis and to have a reading book at all times.
‘Reading is the gateway skill that makes all other learning possible.’
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9/09/2024
27/06/2024
Winner in Muddy's Best Schools Awards 2024
20/05/2024
Aberdour appoints a new Head
17/05/2024
Continued Scholarship Success in 2024!
@aberdourschool - 11/11/2024Remembering the courage of those lost in conflict and those still fighting. We remember them. Lest we forget.#armisticeday #findingthebrillianceineverychild #createaspireinnovateexplore #wonderinspirediscover pic.twitter.com/EvF3rN9v8V
@aberdourschool - 6/11/2024Year 3 are focusing on Strictly (Indian) Culture this half term and are enjoying an Indian Dance Workshop. Some children have brought in their finery and look fabulous! #findingthebrillianceineverychild #createaspireinnovateexplore #lifelonglearning #indianculture pic.twitter.com/x9HfK4k2Ws
@aberdourschool - 9/10/2024Inspired by their Stone Age topic, Year 3 have enjoyed working together to bake rock cakes in The Bakery.#findingthebrillianceineverychild #createaspireinnovateexplore #brilliantbakers pic.twitter.com/r8aujgB6hR
@aberdourschool - 24/09/2024Once again, Yr 6 have been blessed with real life artefacts from the Great War. This time, Mia brought in her great grandpa's medals and a hat worn when on active service. #findingthebrillianceineverychild#createaspireinnovateexplore #epichistory pic.twitter.com/IgzjqiLzjA
@aberdourschool - 20/09/2024Signs of autumn are all around us! Year 3 were having a wonderful time playing with the leaves during their lunch break.#findingthebrillianceineverychild #createaspireinnovateexplore #autumnterm pic.twitter.com/GYi5IBIHZx
@aberdourschool - 17/09/2024Year 4 have safely arrived at the British Wildlife Centre and have already met a hedgehog 🦔, a fox 🦊 and an owl 🦉.#findingthebrillianceineverychild #createaspireinnovateexplore pic.twitter.com/AAXNTwdJJL
@aberdourschool - 13/09/2024Main School pupils were fortunate enough to see real life WW1 artefacts! Harrison, in Yr6, brought in his great-grandfather's possessions from the Battle of the Somme. These included a love letter, medals and the bible he carried with him. #findingthebrillianceineverychild pic.twitter.com/fzuPIjyEGi
@aberdourschool - 11/09/2024Pre-Prep have all welcomed some lovely animals to their classrooms to represent our new animal learning behaviours. Each doll has been beautifully hand painted by LilFairiesPegDolls and have taken pride of place in each of the classrooms. #findingthebrillianceineverychild pic.twitter.com/X4HLosAoE4
@aberdourschool - 10/09/2024Boy Band rehearsals coming together nicely!#findingthebrillianceineverychild #createaspireinnovateexplore #marvellousmusic#musicresidential2024 #highashurst pic.twitter.com/t8hCIWkphh
@aberdourschool - 9/09/2024Day 1 photos from the Music Residential. The children participated in team building exercises, which will help them work more cohesively as a band or choir.#findingthebrillianceineverychild #createaspireinnovateexplore #marvellousmusic #musicresidential2024 #highashurst pic.twitter.com/b0xViT9CCx
@aberdourschool - 9/09/2024Hot off the press: Aberdour School is a Finalist in the Independent Pre-Prep School of the Year category in the Independent Schools of the Year Awards 2024.
Winners will be announced at their awards ceremony in October.#findingthebrillianceineverychild #wonderinspirediscover pic.twitter.com/u1vGPAUYOq
@aberdourschool - 9/09/2024The children have arrived and are looking forward to Aberdour's first Music Residential at High Ashurst.#findingthebrillianceineverychild #createaspireinnovateexplore #marvellousmusic #musicresidential2024 #highashurst pic.twitter.com/e4eRtTb1dl
@aberdourschool - 3/09/2024We are looking forward to welcoming everyone back to school tomorrow! Special welcome to our new families and staff starting with us this term. We have many exciting things planned for the term ahead and we cannot wait to get started. #findingthebrillianceineverychild pic.twitter.com/pUt6JRHxWp
@aberdourschool - 4/07/2024We are delighted to announce that Aberdour School has been shortlisted for Independent Pre-Prep School of the Year in the @isotyawards 2024.
It is the second year in a row that we have been shortlisted in these awards.#findingthebrillianceineverychild #wonderinspirediscover pic.twitter.com/XyPasTp0vl
@aberdourschool - 2/07/2024Swipe to see how the Sports Hall has been transformed for Prize Giving tomorrow! Rehearsals went well and we look forward to celebrating the children (Years 2-6) tomorrow.#findingthebrillianceineverychild #createaspireinnovateexplore #prizegiving2024 pic.twitter.com/2vNnzMWvSx
@aberdourschool - 27/06/2024Year 4 had a great day at Kew Gardens, where they participated in an art workshop. They discovered the unique and diverse world of plants and developed new techniques for observational drawings.#findingthebrillianceineverychild #createaspireinnovateexplore @kewgardens pic.twitter.com/sTTJ8d5EY5
@aberdourschool - 27/06/2024Hot off the press - WE WON! We're thrilled to have been recognised in Muddy's Best School Awards 2024 and for winning in the Best Experiential Learning - Prep School category.
Our submission focused on our Wonder, Inspire, Discover curriculum in Pre-Prep. #wonderinspirediscover pic.twitter.com/3mqEuCOudl
@aberdourschool - 26/06/2024What a beautiful day for a spot of cricket! 🏏We have enjoyed hosting the IAPS Girls Cricket tournament.#findingthebrillianceineverychild #createaspireinnovateexplore @iapsuksport @BrightonCollege @EagleHouseSport @MKPrepSchool @rowanprepschool St George's Prep @WimHighSchool pic.twitter.com/MmQHVcs4i9
@aberdourschool - 26/06/2024We hosted the Jasmine Class Graduation this morning.
It was lovely to celebrate our pre-schoolers and to wish them all the best for their transition into Reception.#findingthebrillianceineverychild #wonderinspirediscover #nurserylittlelearners pic.twitter.com/BquQ4x39oc
@aberdourschool - 21/06/2024Aberdour are Finalists in the Muddy Stilettos Best Schools Award for Best Experiential Learning (Prep School). We were also Highly Commended in their Excellence in STEM (Prep School) category. Featuring in two categories is a great achievement.#findingthebrillianceineverychild pic.twitter.com/tizqf3bdfa
@aberdourschool - 20/06/2024Today marks the summer solstice and it really looks like our British summer has finally arrived. The school grounds and wildflowers are looking beautiful! #findingthebrillianceineverychild #createaspireinnovateexplore #wonderinspirediscover pic.twitter.com/XFnbZfnh6q
@aberdourschool - 20/06/2024Jasmine & Juniper had the most amazing time at Chessington World of Adventures yesterday. They went on the Gruffallo and Room on the Broom rides. They then explored Chessington Zoo.#findingthebrillianceineverychild #wonderinspirediscover #nurserylittlelearners pic.twitter.com/MLuQfMJ4aI
@aberdourschool - 20/06/2024Years 2-6 are ready and poised for their Sports Day rehearsals. Let's hope the weather is as glorious on Saturday! ☀️🔴🟢🔵🟡#findingthebrillianceineverychild #createaspireinnovateexplore #aberdoursportsday #robertshouse #clementshouse #beaumonthouse #malvernhouse pic.twitter.com/S9oBCKBG6Z
@aberdourschool - 19/06/2024The Year 5&6 Inter-house swimming Gala at Epsom College is in full swing! #findingthebrillianceineverychild #createaspireinnovateexplore pic.twitter.com/P1xDvA0bep