20 May 2019
Kensington Prep School in Fulham has transformed its library to put reading at the heart of the school. “The key to encouraging children to read is to make it a comfy, enjoyable experience, says Head,Mrs Hulme-McKibbin. Most adults read in comfortable places, so why not make a cosy environment for children too? Our library – part of our ‘Creating Spaces for Growing Minds’ programme – has now been transformed into a child-friendly space with inviting cosy corners, soft cushions, low-level bookcases to browse through and a new mezzanine level, putting reading at the heart of the school. We want to make sure reading is every bit as exciting as the digital screen.”