It’s that time of year again — time to sort the school book list and get organised for the new school year. If you’re in Ireland, the good news is that the free schoolbooks scheme now covers core textbooks, e-books and workbooks for children in primary school, and books plus core items like journals and maths sets for post-primary students, on a loan basis. That takes a lot of the cost and hassle out of the book list.
But there’s still plenty to organise outside the scheme — stationery, art supplies, school bags, revision guides, exam papers, and any items your school doesn’t provide. That’s where a specialist like The Book Haven can make life easier.
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The Book Haven is a family-run, Irish-owned specialist retailer for school books and educational supplies, with stores across Dublin, Kildare and Meath as well as an online shop. Whatever’s left on your child’s back-to-school list, here’s why so many parents turn to them.
Reasons to Order School Books from The Book Haven
- Pre-loaded booklists for schools nationwide, covering the items families still need to source themselves — if your school isn’t listed, you can email The Book Haven and ask for it to be added
- Click and collect service
- Book covering option
- School books and materials for primary & secondary students
- Revision guides available (including Revise Wise & Less Stress More Success)
- Exam papers
- Options for books and materials that fall outside the free schoolbooks scheme, including secondhand copies where available
- Full selection of school stationery
- Selection of quality school bags
- Art & craft supplies
- Selection of educational toys, games, puzzles and general books
- Family run, Irish-owned business that has been helping parents, teachers and students for decades
- Multiple shops across Leinster, plus online ordering nationwide
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I still need to buy school books in Ireland?
Most core textbooks, e-books and workbooks are now provided free on a loan basis in primary and post-primary schools in Ireland. Families are usually still responsible for extra stationery, revision guides, exam papers, and any items not covered by the scheme.
What can I order from The Book Haven if my child’s textbooks are covered by the free scheme?
You can still order stationery, school bags, art supplies, revision and exam materials, and any specific items on your school’s list that fall outside the free scheme.
Can I collect my order instead of having it delivered?
Yes, click and collect is available, along with delivery and in-store shopping at their locations across Dublin, Kildare and Meath.
What if my school isn’t on The Book Haven’s booklist system?
You can email The Book Haven directly and ask for your school’s list to be added.
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