SCHOOL LIBRARY

The School Library Association (SLA) is a not-for-profit which supports schools develop their school library, establish a reading culture and deliver independent learning skills. We believe that all schools should have their own (or shared) staffed library to help all children and young people fulfil their potential... We work to ensure that every child gets the strongest start when considering their future. The environment of the school library often means it's the first shared space children inhabit. It provides precious opportunities to learn about who they are, and who they could be. Reading can deliver a range of skills, and inquiry can build independent learning skills vital for lifelong self-sufficiency... The SLA works towards all schools in the UK having their own (or shared) staffed library to help all children and young people fulfil their potential. School staff and children should have access to a wide and varied range of resources and have the

Also known as: School Library Association, sla, SLA Northern Ireland, SLA Scotland

Registration numbers: 1162410 (W), 313660 (W)

Primary location: Swindon United Kingdom