Independent Learning Centres (ILCs)
All students at Reigate College are expected to carry out individual study to build on what they have learned in lessons. There are two Independent Learning Centres (ILCs) and they exist to encourage and help develop independent learning skills.
The main Langham ILC is located on the first floor of the Langham Building, with wheelchair access by lift. It contains the Library as well as a computer suite with 90 computers.
The Langham ILC is open from 08.15 to 17.00 everyday during the term for borrowing, browsing or private study, and during the College holidays at times that are advertised in advance in the student bulletin as well as on College notice-boards.
The ILC Library is a Silent Study Area. It is equipped with individual study booths, providing a working space close to relevant materials. It holds fiction, non-fiction and reference books.
Students can find books using the OLIVER online library catalogue, which also tells students whether the book is available or out on loan. The OLIVER software is available from all computers. Some books are restricted for use in the library only to make sure that all students have access to relevant information when they need it. The Library stocks a variety of daily newspapers, weekly and monthly magazines, including periodicals in specific subject areas published for further education students.
In addition to the ILCs in Langham, there are a number of 'Satellite' learning centres providing Information Technology facilities around the College.
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