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Bespoke Library Stock

Update your library with brand new stock chosen specifically to meet the needs of your school.

Fill your library with high-quality, engaging books that will inspire a life-long love of reading. We specialise in finding the right books to meet your needs and always ensure that every collection includes lots of wonderful recently published books that reflect a diverse range of characters and families, promote children’s well-being & kindness and address issues that we know children care about such as climate change. We aim to take children on magical adventures, hear them laugh out loud and inspire curiosity and fascination with our world and beyond.

Want your books quickly or already know what you need? Take a look at our curated collections.

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Willington Primary School
Children's section in a library with books on science, history, and nature displayed on shelves.
Bookshelves with colorful book covers, a flat-screen TV mounted above, and a carpeted floor background.
Children's library section with blue curved bookshelves filled with illustrated books on topics like dinosaurs and Romans.

“We are so thrilled with the new library and the books are simply fabulous! Thank you for your input and we look forward to continuing to work with you.”

— Faye Novak-Lemmings, Headteacher ~ Duffield Meadows Primary School

Colorful children's library section with bookshelves filled with books, a "Welcome to the Library" sign, and a multicolored striped rug on the floor.
A colorful children's section in a library with shelves filled with picture books and children's novels. The shelves feature a variety of books with vibrant covers, and there's a small circular rug and cushion for reading.
A green wall-mounted shelf with three compartments displaying books. The left compartment contains two Marcus Rashford books. The middle compartment has a book about Megan Rapinoe. The right compartment features books on Sterling and Bukayo Saka.
Children's reading nook with a wooden house-shaped frame, colorful stools, and bookshelves filled with books. A mural with trees and hills decorates the back wall.
Bookshelves filled with colorful children's books in a library or bookstore.
Children's library area with colorful bookshelves and books. Includes vibrant ottomans and a circular rainbow rug, featuring picture books and educational titles on display.

Sprinkling book magic…

Library interior with book shelves and a framed letter from Deanery Primary School expressing gratitude for a diverse book collection, provided by Chestnut Books.
Review from Sale & Davy C of E Primary School about Chestnut Books, praising new library books and presentation. Background shows bookshelves with colorful children's books.
Colorful children's library with green seating, wooden ceiling, and shelves filled with books. A large, vibrant wall mural features animal illustrations and text bubbles. The space is inviting and designed for young readers.
Colorful children's books displayed on tree-shaped bookshelves against a brick wall.
Children's library section with green seating, a wooden bookshelf with books including "Atlas of Animal Adventures," and colorful children's books displayed. The room has brick walls, carpeted flooring, and a decorative animal rug.
Bookshelf in a library with various books displayed, including titles by J.K. Rowling and Jacqueline Wilson.
Library interior with colorful mural, bookshelves filled with children’s books, and decorative elements including peacock and dragon imagery.
Bookshelf with children's books displayed; top row features books like 'Tiger, Tiger, Burning Bright!' and 'Finding My Voice,' while shelves hold assorted picture books stacked and arranged upright.
A digital image featuring a review from Duffield Meadows Primary School on a new library, emphasizing satisfaction with the books and expressing gratitude. The background shows bookshelves filled with colorful books, part of a library setting.
A review from Spring Meadow Infant & Nursery School praising Julia for her impactful service in transforming reading through a book selection. The background shows colorful children's books on shelves.
Library with bookshelves and a review quote displayed, lauding Julia for her help in library planning, stock auditing, and providing booklists for a primary school.
Library interior with shelves of books and a review quote from Willington Primary School praising library transformation by Chestnut Books.
Colorful children's library with shelves of books, a reading archway, and brightly colored chairs and tables.
Children's library area with colorful shelves, books, and chairs
Library corner with bookshelves filled with children's books, colorful seating, and books displayed on top. The space is arranged for a cozy reading area for kids.
Books displayed in a library on green shelves, featuring titles on history, mysteries, and world records.
Children's library with colorful shelves and seating, displaying various children's books in a bright, welcoming space.
Bookshelf in library with books displayed; several titles face outwards; wooden shelves with green accents.

“The new Early Years library looks fabulous! A huge thank you for all your help and hard work getting it set up for us. It really does look amazing. I can’t thank you enough for the amazing turn around.”

— Hilton Primary School

Children's library with books displayed on green tree-shaped shelves, featuring colorful covers and a wooden floor.
Children's book display with shelves against a brick wall, showcasing various titles including "In My Heart," "Florence Nightingale," and "Welcome to Our World."
Bookshelf filled with various children's books in a library or bookstore setting. Titles include "The Room on the Broom Cookbook," "Everyday Skills," "ABC," and "Yoga for Kids." The shelf is organized with books for learning and fun activities.
Children's books displayed on a green bookshelf, including titles featuring animals, nature, and educational themes.
A children's book titled "An ABC of Equality" displayed in a wooden house-shaped shelf with a teal border.
Bookshelf in a library displaying children's books, including titles like "The Mog Treasury," "Will You Be My Friend?", "The Eyebrows of Doom," and others. Colorful book covers are neatly arranged on the shelves. A window and bulletin board are visi
Bookshelf with children’s book collections, "Mr. Men" and "Little Miss," on the top shelf. Various colorful children’s books and graphic novels are displayed below.
A bookshelf filled with colorful children's books, arranged neatly on three shelves. The top shelf has books facing forward, with visible titles like "Dinosaurs" and "Recycle." The middle and bottom shelves have rows of books with visible spines, dis
Bookshelf with children's books and book collections, including colorful covers and titles. Two boxed book sets labeled 'My Complete Collection' on top.
Children's books on a library shelf with colorful covers, featuring titles like 'The Pirates of Scurvy Sands'. Below are rows of vertically stacked books.

“Chestnut Books has provided our school with a complete new stock of library books that the children love. It's wonderful when books meet the needs of the school's curriculum and are enjoyed by the pupils.”

— Sale & Davys C of E Primary School

Classroom reading corner with bookshelves and tables
Colorful bookshelves filled with children's books in a library setting, featuring vibrant green shelves and a circular arrangement. Decorative elements and a sign reading 'Chestnut Books' are visible.
Colorful bookshelf with children's books displayed, labeled 'After,' with 'Chestnut Books' logo at the bottom.

Library Make-Over

Sale & Davys transformed their library area with a lick of paint and some creativity! This beautiful new library is in their entrance hall in a tiny space. It just shows you what can be achieved even with space and budget constraints.

We audited their current stock; sorted which to keep and which were outdated or worn then created a bespoke list of books to fit their curriculum and needs. they’ve now got a jam-packed library full of inspiring books.