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• Our library provides access to resources that support and enhance teaching programs of the school. It offers students a stimulating learning environment.

• The library program fosters an enjoyment of reading as well as a literary appreciation.

What's available?

The following resources are available to you at AWPS:

Printed Resources -

• A wide range of fiction, suitable for students K-6,

• An extensive catalogue of nonfiction titles that relate to the curricular needs of students,

• A broad selection of Teacher Reference

 Electronic resources  –

• DVDs – educational and entertainment,

• Computer software,

• Digital Video Commander full of videos and interactive PDFs,

• Interactive SMART Boards for visual education,

• A set of 30 iPad3s,

• Laptop computers, projectors, still cameras and video cameras.

The number of books students may borrow:

• Kindergarten – Term 1&2- 1 book

  Term 3&4 -1 fiction and 1 nonfiction    

• Years 1 and 2 - 1 fiction and 1 nonfiction

• Years 3, 4, 5 and 6 - 2 fiction and 2 nonfiction

All loans are for one week.

To borrow students need a cloth bag, this may be purchased from the Office.

There is no fine system for overdue books. However students are responsible for the books they borrow. If a book is lost or damaged beyond repair, a note will be sent home for payment.

Before  School and Lunchtime

The library is open before school on Thursdays from 8:35am till 8:55am and also lunchtimes on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday.  Students can read, play board games or use the computer facilities for Bug Club, research or maths games etc.