Salford Schools’ Library Service: Unlocking a World of Books

10th April 2026

About Salford Schools' Library Service

Every year, schools in Salford are able to introduce their pupils to a diverse range of books, genres and authors, all while saving thousands of pounds, by subscribing to SCL’s Schools’ Library Service.

The Salford Schools’ Library Service, based in Ordsall Library, offers schools the chance to create and borrow bespoke yearly, termly, and specialist library collections, tailor-made to match the learning needs of the pupils that each collection serves.

Borrowing the books not only gives schools the opportunity to save thousands of pounds per year, but also means that schools can more regularly update their collections, so that their libraries remain fresh and relevant to the topics currently being studied. Something, we believe helps keep children more engaged and motivated with their reading.

As well as lending books, the service can provide the following services to subscribing schools:

Advice on developing your school library
Telephone helpline during opening hours
Email bulletins
Networking meetings for the librarian or teacher in charge of the school library*
Participation in the Salford Children’s Book Award*

*For Secondary Schools

Service User Testimonial

Salford’s Schools’ Library Service plays a vital role in supporting reading, learning, and creativity across the city’s classrooms. By providing carefully curated books and expert guidance, the service helps teachers inspire a love of reading while enhancing the curriculum for pupils of all ages.

We caught up with Head of Moss Vale Primary Academy, Kathryn to hear about their school’s experience making use of SCL’s School Library Service; how it has impacted the children, the day to day learning at the school and, importantly, whether it’s worth it!

Watch the video to find out what she had to say!