Every pupil from Ormiston Meridian Academy in Meir has signed up to become members of Stoke-on-Trent libraries, to mark the culmination of Green Libraries Week 2023.

The academy has started a drive to encourage students to read whenever and wherever possible and show students that libraries are a place where students can broaden their imaginations, develop passions and interests and develop their cultural awareness, 

Working in collaboration with Stoke-on-Trent Libraries, the academy will now have access to e-resources in their own library.

Literacy leaders at the school will continue to work with staff at the nearby Meir Library to ensure this becomes a yearly activity, as new pupils join the academy.  

Every pupil from Ormiston Meridian Academy in Meir has signed up to become a library member (Nub News).

Cllr Jane Ashworth, Leader of Stoke-on-Trent City Council said: "We want to improve literacy levels across Stoke-on-Trent, and drives such as the one by Ormiston Meridian Academy will only benefit children.

"Reading is necessary within a school setting, but getting students to read for pleasure will have knock-on effects, as this helps to relax them plus has numerous mental health benefits.

"School can be a stressful time for young people, but taking some time out with a great book, is a great way to relax their minds and get lost in a great story."

Claire Stanyer, Principal of Ormiston Meridian Academy stated: "I'm thrilled with the collaboration between Stoke-on Trent libraries and Ormiston Meridian Academy. We are passionate about reading and the academic and personal benefits it brings to young people.

"Whether it's fiction, non-fiction, 19th century literature or autobiographies, all forms of reading can capture a students' imagination and enrich their knowledge and cultural capital like nothing else!

"We want our students and parents/carers to enjoy a trip to the library at the evening and weekends as part of their family time".

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