With year-end exams around the corner, and the class of 2025 facing their final test, City libraries will once again be offering learners a supportive study environment.
Various City libraries have made arrangements to assist learners — and matriculants in particular — by creating dedicated spaces to study and prepare for their final exams.
The matric support programme offers space and access to resources, including study guides, text books, free stationery and the online SmartCape service where they can access past exam question papers.
The City’s libraries also offer the Online Public Access Catalogue (Opac), which is available remotely via the Internet and will save readers time when looking for library materials. It can also be accessed inside the library.
“We know what a stressful time the exam can be, and so our libraries are doing everything possible to give learners the edge.
“We would like to encourage matriculants to make use of these study areas at their local library and we wish them the best of luck in their preparation for the exam. In just a few weeks’ time, learners in other grades will also start preparing for their year-end exam in earnest and I want to remind them that these resources are at their disposal too,” said Mayco member for community services and health, Francine Higham.
Individual libraries will curate services for learners based on their particular layout and the availability of space.
Some may also operate on a booking system, or have time limits on study sessions, based on demand.
Learners are reminded to check in with their local library and its particular arrangements.
