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Knowledge Hub

School Library

A sanctuary of learning with 60,000+ volumes, digital resources, and quiet reading spaces

Where Curiosity Finds Its Home

The Baartalaap School Library, established in 1988 and completely renovated in 2022, is a state-of-the-art learning resource centre spanning 8,000 sq ft across two floors.

With over 60,000 print volumes, 5,000+ e-books, and access to 20 digital databases, our library is one of the finest school libraries in North India — recognised by the Delhi Library Association.

60,000+
Print Volumes
5,000+
E-Books
20
Databases
450
Reading Seats
Library

Library Sections & Services

Reference Section

8,000+ reference books, encyclopedias, atlases, and dictionaries. Available for in-library use. Expert staff assist with research queries.

Periodicals & Journals

200+ national and international magazines, newspapers (10 dailies), and peer-reviewed journals for senior students.

Digital Resources

Access to JSTOR, BritannicaSchool, National Digital Library, and 18 other databases. Personal login provided to each student.

Audio-Visual Room

Curated educational DVDs, documentaries, language learning CDs, and a 30-seat AV screening room.

E-Library Access

24/7 access to our digital catalogue and e-book collection via the school portal. Download up to 5 books per month.

Reading Programmes

Weekly reading clubs, author visits, storytelling sessions (Classes I–V), and book discussion circles (Classes VI–XII).

OPAC System

Online catalogue lets you search, reserve, and renew books from home. Automated reminders for due dates.

Photocopy & Print

Affordable scanning, printing, and photocopying services. Students can print up to 20 pages per week free of charge.

Quiet Study Rooms

6 individual study pods and 2 group discussion rooms with whiteboards — bookable online 24 hours in advance.

Library Hours

Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Open
Saturday 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM Open
Sunday Closed Closed
Exam Days 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Extended
School Holidays Closed Closed

Librarian: Mrs. Sudha Krishnamurthy  |  Email: library@baartalaap.edu.in

Library Rules

1 Maintain silence in reading areas at all times.
2 Students may borrow up to 3 books for 14 days.
3 Lost or damaged books must be replaced or paid for.
4 Food and beverages are strictly prohibited inside.
5 Mobile phones must be on silent; no calls inside.
6 Belongings can be kept in the lockers provided at the entrance.
7 OPAC cards must be carried at all times by borrowers.
8 Return books before due date to avoid fine of ₹2 per day.
9 Students below Class VI must be accompanied by a teacher.
10 Library computers may only be used for academic research.
Just Arrived

Recent Additions to the Collection

Deep Learning
by Ian Goodfellow
Science/Tech2024
The Making of Modern India
by Shashi Tharoor
Humanities2024
Zero to One
by Peter Thiel
Commerce2024
Sapiens (Hindi Edition)
by Yuval Noah Harari
General2023
Class XII Chemistry NCERT
by NCERT
Science2024
Oxford Grammar Guide
by Norman Lewis
English2024
Fundamentals of Accountancy
by DK Goel
Commerce2024
Science of Habit
by James Clear
Self-Help2024

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