Library operations

Getting started in your school library — an operations checklist Use our library operations checklist to identify and gather key information for the day-to-day management of your library.

School library suppliers list ​Our school library suppliers list gives New Zealand school library staff a guide to suppliers of a wide range of items including library equipment, software and security systems, furniture and fittings, and shelving.​

Stocktaking guide This guide explains why you should take stock of your library collection and provides a step-by-step process for doing a stocktake.

Earthquake, fire, or flood: impact on school libraries When your school library or your collection is damaged in a disaster, you need to know what to do about managing hazards and insurance, and how to deal with fire-damaged, wet or contaminated items.

Radio-frequency identification (RFID) This guide outlines what using Radio-frequency identification (RFID) is, and what you’ll need to consider when preparing a business case to implement RFID in your school library.

Tips for moving your library This overview outlines the steps you need to take when your library moves to a new location. Our guide has more information about the challenges you'll face and a template to help you prepare your relocation plan.

School library mergers When school's merge often their libraries need to merge too. Use our guide and checklists to help you plan a merger and make sure you've understood all the issues.