School Library Consultancy

Libraries that ignite curiosity
and build lifelong learners.

I partner with international and national schools to build dynamic, future-ready libraries — spaces where inquiry is taught, reading is loved, and every student becomes an ethical, confident knowledge-seeker.

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25+
Years in
K–12 Libraries
IB · CBSE
IGCSE
Frameworks
Served
NEASC
Visit Team
Member
About Me
Heeru Bhojwani, School Library Consultant
Heeru Bhojwani School Library Consultant
K–12 Librarian · Information Curator · Coach
Mumbai, India
"The core mission of a library is to connect the right person with the right resource at the right time."

In today's world, that mission is more complex — and more urgent — than ever. Students face an avalanche of information, much of it unreliable, algorithmically curated, or ethically ambiguous. A great school library doesn't just house books. It teaches students how to think.

With over 25 years as a librarian, teacher-librarian, and information curator at international schools, I bring a practitioner's rigour and an educator's heart to every engagement. I design tailored programs deeply rooted in your school's curriculum, culture, and community.

NEASC International Visit TeamQualified to serve on accreditation visits for international schools.
Author — Read Alouds for Librarians, Parents and TeachersA practical guide to building reading culture across home and school.
Executive Editor — On the Road Trilogy & Community AnthologiesExecuted and edited three published community anthologies co-created with international school families.
Founder — National Jarul Book AwardsCelebrating Indian picture books for children since 2016.
Founding Chairperson, Liferarian AssociationBuilt a professional learning community for librarians across India and beyond.
Binod Kanoria Children's Book Award Jury (2025)Panellist recognising outstanding Indian children's literature.
International & National Conference SpeakerPresented papers on library innovation, AI, information literacy, and reading culture at conferences in India, Dubai, Bangkok, Hong Kong, and the USA.
Published in Knowledge Quest (2018)Peer-reviewed journal of the American Association of School Librarians (AASL).
IBO Blog ContributorFeatured on how librarians supported learning communities through the pandemic.
What I Offer

A full spectrum of library expertise

Each engagement is customised to your school's size, curriculum framework, and strategic goals. Services are available as standalone projects or as part of an ongoing consultancy retainer.

01

Library Design & Development

From ground-up builds to transformative redesigns — space planning, collection policy creation, OPAC selection, and integration of digital and print resources.

New BuildsRedesignOPAC
02

Reading Culture, Digital Storytelling & eBook Publishing

Strategic read-aloud programs, Book Week campaigns, inclusive collection curation, student-led book clubs, and family literacy initiatives — combined with student-generated digital books, multimedia storytelling, and multimodal projects that develop authentic authorship from primary through secondary.

PYPK–12CommunityDigitalStudent Authorship
03

Information & Media Literacy

Critical thinking frameworks for source evaluation, fact-checking, bias recognition, and combating misinformation — embedded into curriculum, not taught in isolation.

ATL SkillsCritical ThinkingFake News
04

Librarian Coaching & Professional Development

One-on-one mentorship, group workshops, and structured coaching to elevate librarians as true instructional partners — not just resource managers.

PD WorkshopsCoachingLeadership
05

Collection Development & Weeding

Evidence-based collection audits, diverse and inclusive acquisition plans, weeding best practices, and balancing print with digital resources for today's learners.

DiversityAuditInclusion
06

Research Skills, Ethical AI & Policy

Research methodology and citation management combined with school-wide AI literacy strategies and governance policies — aligned to IB, CBSE, IGCSE, and NEP 2020 standards.

ResearchAI LiteracyPolicyAccreditation
Who I Serve

Expertise across every major framework

Deep, current knowledge of the standards, learner profiles, and accreditation expectations your school lives by — so my work slots directly into your ecosystem.

IB

IB World Schools

PYP, MYP, DP, and CP — aligned with ATL skills, the learner profile, and Extended Essay requirements.

  • IB Library Policy development
  • Inquiry-based collection curation
  • EE research skills support
  • IB accreditation readiness
IGCSE / Cambridge

Cambridge Schools

Supporting academic research, independent learning, and the Cambridge Global Perspectives framework.

  • Academic database integration
  • Source evaluation programs
  • Humanities research support
  • Independent reading programs
CBSE

CBSE Schools

Aligned with the CBSE Learner Profile and NEP 2020 — from foundational literacy to senior research.

  • NEP 2020 library alignment
  • Multilingual collection building
  • Foundational literacy programs
  • Student librarian programs
New Builds

Building from Scratch

Starting a library from the ground up? I support the full journey — from design philosophy to opening day readiness.

  • Learning commons design
  • Starter collection development
  • Staff recruitment & onboarding
  • Launch-day programming
How It Works

A clear, collaborative process

Every engagement begins with listening. I invest time to understand your school's context before recommending a single thing.

1

Discovery Call

A 45-minute conversation to understand your goals, pain points, and timeline.

2

Library Audit

On-site or virtual review of your collection, policy, space, and programs.

3

Tailored Proposal

A bespoke plan with clear deliverables, timelines, and success metrics.

4

Implementation

Hands-on or remote delivery — workshops, coaching, co-planning, and launches.

5

Review & Handover

Impact measurement, reporting, and capacity-building for sustained progress.

Measurable Impact

Results your leadership can see

Every engagement includes clear KPIs tied to your school's strategic plan. Library impact shouldn't be invisible — I help you make it visible.

Student Literacy & Engagement

  • Measurable growth in reading levels and comprehension
  • Increased voluntary library visits and circulation
  • Active student-led book clubs and reading initiatives
  • Participation in school-wide reading campaigns

Research & Information Literacy

  • Improved source evaluation in student work
  • Reduced plagiarism and stronger citation habits
  • Teacher-reported gains in student research quality
  • Digital literacy skills embedded across the curriculum

Library Operations & Culture

  • Collection reflecting school diversity and curriculum needs
  • Librarians functioning as confident instructional partners
  • Policies aligned with accreditation standards
  • OPAC and digital tools actively adopted and used
"The user is always at the centre of this process. My role is to empower them as informed, creative, and joyful knowledge seekers."
— Heeru Bhojwani, School Library Consultant
Let's Talk

Ready to transform your school library?

Whether you're building from scratch, preparing for accreditation, or looking to reinvigorate a library that's lost its spark — I'd love to hear from you.

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Phone: +91 97738 15511 Email: schoollibraryconsultant@gmail.com Web: heerubhojwani.com
Currently consulting with
Lodha Oakwood School
DPS School
Shri Schools
Modi School
HDF School
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