Library
The library staff at St. Francis College understand and undertake the responsibilities identified in the policy, ethos and aims of the college itself, so that the teaching staff and pupils can achieve appropriate teaching and learning outcomes to become competent and confident readers and independent, efficient and effective users of information.
The library staff are dedicated to provide and promote intellectual and physical access to help:
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Meet the educational needs of all members of our staff, pupil body and parent community.
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Enhance and enrich the educational philosophy and curriculum.
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Stimulate interest in and enjoyment of books
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Encourage all users through effective use of all library materials to become independent and interested lifelong learners.
Both libraries are open from Monday to Friday from 7:45 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Most books are in English, and the library also has a selection of books in Portuguese to support the Brazilian curriculum. There are also books in other languages such as Spanish, French, Italian and Korean.
The library & resource centre collection is constantly updated to support curriculum areas and to foster recreational reading. At present our library has more than 22 thousand items which include:
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Fiction, non-fiction and reference books, in print and electronic formats, suitable for the needs of pupils, staff and parents.
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Journals, newspapers and vital learning resource providing current information.
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Other paper-based resources: wall charts, posters, maps, and magazines.
We also count on an e-catalog called Follett. Children and families are encouraged to browse and reserve titles online using the Follett e-catalogue.
Reading Canon
The St. Francis College Reading Canon is a carefully curated collection of key texts that supports students' reading development and enriches their literary experience. Reflecting the values of the International Baccalaureate, the canon exposes students to diverse cultures, perspectives, and ideas, fostering literacy, critical thinking, and international-mindedness. We believe these shared reading experiences provide a strong foundation for academic success, personal growth, and a lifelong love of reading.