​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Our Library Resource Centre

The Geebung State School Library Resource Centre is an important part of teaching and learning across the school.

Our library supports classroom programs, encourages a love of reading and helps students build the skills they need to become confident, independent learners.

The Teacher Librarian works closely with classroom teachers to support learning across the curriculum and provide students with opportunities to explore literature, research and digital resources.

Our Library Space

The library is located in a purpose-built, fully air-conditioned facility overlooking the school oval.

The space includes:

• A large student library area

• Media room

• Teacher planning room

• Teacher reference room

• Student computers for class learning and research

Resources are organised to make them easy for students to access and include:

• Junior fiction

• Junior readers

• Fiction

• Non-fiction

• Reference resources

Opening hours:
Monday to Friday
8:30 am–3:15 pm

Borrowing

All students visit the library each week for a planned lesson and borrowing session.

Prep–Year 1: 1 book
Years 2–6: 2 books

Books may be borrowed for up to two weeks and can be renewed if needed.

Students may also reserve books and borrow additional resources for research and assignments.

Students are notified when they have overdue books.

Library Monitors

Students in Years 5 and 6 may become Library Monitors.

Our Library Monitors play an important role in the day-to-day running of the library by helping with:

• Lunchtime activities

• Borrowing and returns

• Re-shelving resources

• Keeping the library organised and welcoming

Library Events

Book Week

Each year, Geebung State School celebrates Book Week with displays, activities and our much-loved dress-up assembly.

Families are welcome to join us and enjoy the celebrations.

Author and illustrator visits are also a highlight of our library program and give students the opportunity to engage with books, storytelling and creativity in a different way.

Book Fair

A Book Fair is held in November, giving students and families the opportunity to purchase a range of quality books.

STEAM Lab

Our Library Resource Centre is also home to the Geebung State School STEAM Lab.

This space gives students opportunities to explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics through hands-on learning, creativity and problem-solving.

Students have access to a range of resources, including:

• Robotics

• iPads and laptops

• Virtual reality

• Green screen technology

• 3D printing

• Drones

• Construction and design materials

The STEAM Lab encourages students to think critically, experiment, create and develop confidence with emerging technologies.​