The Mahatma Gandhi Library was inaugurated by Hon’ble Shri Gopal Krishna Gandhi, on 16th November,2005. It has been refurbished and re-stocked in recent years and the school is committed to ongoing investment in print books. There is ample space for research and reading on the ground floor.
The library has been designed to provide the students with a quiet and purposeful atmosphere for study and intellectually creative thought.
Our students are able to use the library throughout the term and there are regular book fairs and meetings of the Library Council attended by our students and masters to discuss the development of our library resources, such as book requests, newspapers and periodical publications, and reference material.
There are also departmental libraries to support the work and resources of the Mahatma Gandhi Library.
The Mahatma Gandhi Libraryaims to do the following:
Support the educational aims of the school by making the library central and integral to the independent learning processes within the school.
Provide a service which will enable students to become more responsible for their own learning and prepare for university by helping them develop their research and study skills.
Enrich students’ curricular experiences by providing appropriate resources. Knowledge of the curriculum enables staff to purchase relevant resources, and provide an environment that is conducive and will encourage divergent and reflective study.
Provide an environment which encourages relaxation and private reading. Regularly changing displays and celebration of national book awards, presenting and highlighting new novels, literary works and latest developments, as well as personal recommendations, encourage pupils to read a varied range of material.
Give students a sense of ‘ownership’ of their Library. Suggestions by students for resources are always welcomed
The Library Council meets regularly, with representation from boys and staff.
Arrange workshops and talks by writers and illustrators which will inspire, enthuse and entertain boys.