Homework, study and research

Primary schools

BBC Bitesize for Primary: resources and support for all primary school aged children, including early years.
Cbeebies Radio: listening activities for younger children
DK Find Out: Dorling Kindersley activities and quizzes
Kidslingo: multi award-winning language classes online via live video - in French and Spanish
National Geographic Kids: activities and quizzes for younger children
Oxford Owl for Home: free resources for primary age including phonics, spelling and maths activities. Guide to Oxford reading tree also provided
Red Ted Art: easy arts and crafts for younger children
Science learning at home: range of topics provided by Jodrell Bank to enhance learning about science.

British Council: resources for English language learning.
Duolingo: learn languages for free (not available via Internet Explorer browser)
GCSE and Secondary resources (BBC): for ages 11-16 years. Site is listed by key stage and qualification. Also provides study support.
Seneca: free revision resources for GCSE and A level.
No Fear Shakespeare – Spark Notes: provides the full text of Shakespeare's plays and sonnets side-by-side, with translations into modern English. It also provides summaries of each play as well as a guide to the main characters, themes and significant quotes. Also offers links to further study.

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Access to Research: articles from academic journals and conferences (available for use in the library only)

Futurelearn: access to 100s of free courses (only pay to upgrade if you need a certificate)
Openlearn: free taster courses aimed at those considering open university but accessible to all
The Skills Toolkit: new digital learning platform developed by the Department of Education, linking to a variety of websites and opportunities. Free, high quality digital and numeracy courses available.
Library Hub Discover: access to details of materials held in many UK national, academic and specialist libraries. Search a database of 169 UK and Irish academic, national & specialist library catalogues (replaces the COPAC and SUNCAT)
WorldCat: books, journals and media collections of more than 10,000 libraries worldwide

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Which? Online: Online edition of Which? Magazine (available for use in the library only)
Which? Consumer rights: sample letters, step-by-step guides on how to make a complaint and guidance on relevant legislation (available for use in the library only)
Which? Trusted Traders: Provides details of local tradespeople that have been assessed by Which? (available for use in the library only)

Cheshire Trading Standards: trading standards for businesses and consumers within Cheshire West
Citizens Advice: provides a wide range of tips and advice on the most common issues and how to solve them. Advice can be provided online or by telephone
Citizens Advice Consumer Service helpline: Citizens Advice Consumer Service provides consumer advice and refers complex enquiries, urgent enquiries and those requiring further action to our Regulatory Services department
Consumer rights: Gov.uk service which details consumer rights in England and Wales
Food Standards Agency: Independent government department responsible for food safety and hygiene across the UK
Good Garage Scheme: aid to finding local, independent garages. Garages are rated using feedback provided by members of the public. Customer comments are posted on the website
Martin Lewis' Money Saving Expert: advice on the cheapest ways to buy all sorts of goods and services
Ofcom: regulator for TV, radio and telecommunications

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Access to Research: ideal for small businesses and research. Over 1.5 million academic articles from over 8,400 academic journals and conferences available, for free (available for use in the library only).

Business apprenticeships: information for businesses who want to employ an apprentice
CW&C Business Pages: all the information needed for businesses within Cheshire West, including Planning and Building Control, Licensing and Permits, Business Rates. The 'Let’s Talk Business' page is a platform for businesses in the borough to raise their profile and get support and information
Cheshire and Warrington Growth Hub: access to business support services, one to one advice and specialist support, grant funding, training and networking opportunities. Part of the Cheshire and Warrington Local Enterprise Partnership