How many computers are in the lesson area?
Lesson area: Comprising 30 computers and an interactive whiteboard. This area also has a careers section (containing Connexions information, occupational information, university prospectuses, college information and life-style issues).
What is the Learning Resource Centre?
The Learning Resource Centre continuously aspires to provide staff and students with learning support and development both in and outside their lessons. To accomplish this we regularly update and refresh our non-fiction resources to ensure they compliment the curriculum and strive to create a pleasant working environment. We also promote students to read for pleasure during their leisure time, actively encouraging them to browse through our diverse fiction section and borrow the resources.
What is the LRC search star?
The LRC uses Search star, an OPAC (Online Public Access Catalogue), which enables students to search the LRC resource catalogue from any of the computers networked around the school. Search star allows the individual to search specified fields (keywords, Author, Title etc.), allowing the user to retrieve information such as availability, location and description of a chosen source. This online system also displays useful websites connected to your search, enables you to reserve materials and post reviews on resources.
How many books does the LRC have?
The LRC currently has over 5,000 non-fiction books. They cover all the subjects studied within the school, as well as general interest.
What is LRC in college?
The LRC contains a Careers/ Further and Higher Education section consisting of occupational information, university prospectuses, local college information and life style issues. All information is updated on a regular basis.
When was the LRC relocated?
During the summer of 2006 the LRC was relocated above the sports facilities and underwent a contemporary refurbishment. Now computers sit side by side with books with a range of resources to support learning and literacy, and to complement the curriculum. Staff and students are encouraged to use the LRC for both work and pleasure, and we actively promote reading as a valuable and enjoyable leisure activity. The LRC is divided into three areas:
Where is Carre's Grammar School?
Carre’s Grammar School is part of the Robert Carre Trust and is a highly successful grammar school in the market town of Sleaford.
What is RCT in education?
Our rationale for developing a network of schools is that Robert Carre Trust (RCT) wishes to cultivate a range of high quality provision which supports learners to achieve their full potential through clear progression pathways from primary to secondary school and into further and higher education, apprenticeships and employment with training.
Why did 8C walk 20 miles?
After sadly losing his Aunty and Uncle to cancer, Cameron Linnell decided it was time for action and set about organising a 20 mile walk to raise money for the charities that provided invaluable care and support to his family when it was needed.
Is Carre's Grammar School updated?
All Carre's Grammar School students and staff have been updated during a whole school assembly.