Essex Library Service

Have a number of libraries across Essex. They also offer services including loaning books, free courses and groups for babies, toddlers and children.

How it can help

Essex Library Service run libraries across Essex. Every library has an Everyone's Literacy area to help improve reading skills. These areas include:

  • books for adults on how to support your child to read
  • phonics and learning-to-read books
  • books for children and adults with literacy difficulties
  • easy-read books for adults and children
  • fun resources to help children improve their vocabulary and reading skills
  • signposting to other areas of support for reading skills

They also have mobile libraries that visit locations across the county. 

Essex Library Service offer a range of other services. These include:

  • an e-library
  • free courses such as IT workshops
  • baby and toddler groups
  • arts and crafts sessions

They also different groups. These include coffee and games mornings, seated chair exercise classes, Knit and Knatter and more.

Age

All ages

Eligibility

Open to all

How to access

Visit the website for further information 

Area(s) covered

Basildon
Braintree
Brentwood
Castle Point
Chelmsford
Colchester
Epping Forest
Harlow
Maldon
Rochford
Southend
Tendring
Thurrock
Uttlesford

Can siblings without SEND also attend

Yes

Cost

Free

Is the service available online?

Yes

Contact

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