Library — A Space to Read, Research & Grow
The Varin International Residential School library follows a systematic process for acquiring, cataloguing, circulating, monitoring and maintaining learning resources so students and staff can access them efficiently.
How Our Library Works
Book Acquisition
Teachers and management recommend academic and general reading materials. The librarian reviews publisher catalogues and places orders after administrative approval.
Accessioning & Cataloguing
Every book receives a unique accession number with title, author, subject, ISBN, barcode and spine-label details recorded in physical and digital systems.
Classification
Resources are classified using the Dewey Decimal Classification and arranged by subject and author for easy identification and retrieval.
Membership
Students and staff are registered in NewGenLib and issued library IDs, enabling systematic borrowing and tracking of library resources.
Circulation
Selected books and member IDs are scanned to generate due dates. Returns update availability and overdue fines are calculated through the system.
Stock Verification
Periodic checks identify missing, damaged or repairable resources, supported by regular monitoring and an annual stock audit.
Simple, Structured Library Use
Register
Students and staff are enrolled in NewGenLib and receive a library ID.
Select
Choose books from organised shelves arranged by subject and author.
Issue
Student books are issued for 15 days; staff may issue up to 5 books.
Return
Returned books are scanned and availability is updated automatically.
15 Book Campaign
Students are encouraged to read 15 books within a set period, maintain a reading log with titles, authors and summaries, and take part in reading sessions and book-related activities.
The librarian tracks progress and book availability, while achievements may be recognised through certificates or rewards to encourage literacy and a lasting love for reading.