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A guide to commonly asked questions about Oxfam's Catalogue for Schools.
What kind of resources are included?
How can I place my order?
Can I have a discount?
What should I do if I have a query with my order?
How can I be sure the resources are of good quality?
Can I view resources before I buy?
What if I order something that turns out to be unsuitable?
I need something for a specific subject, topic or age group – how can I find it?
Do you have resources in Welsh?
Are your resources suitable for the Scottish curriculum?
Are your resources suitable for youth work?
Whose resources are in your catalogue?
I have suitable resources for your catalogue - who do I contact?
Why does Oxfam develop resources and publish a catalogue?
What kind of resources are included?
All 400+ resources aim to promote a more global approach to teaching and learning.
They support:
They are designed for use in England, Scotland and Wales, and cover a wide age range, from under 5's to 16+. They include:
You can order online (via our secure server).
You can phone your order direct to our distributor, BEBC, on 01202 712933 (+44 1202 712933 from overseas).
Email: Oxfam@bebc.co.uk
Fax: 01202 712930
We do not offer discounts to schools ordering directly from us, although we do offer free postage and package for 20 or more items.
Schools may be able to negotiate discounts on our resources from their normal supplier. Educational retailers/suppliers wanting more information should email our publishing team: publish@oxfam.org.uk
What should I do if I have a query with my order?
If you have any queries with your order, please contact our distributor BEBC on 01202 712933 (+44 1202 712933 from overseas).
How can I be sure the resources are good quality?
Our catalogue is put together by a specialist team, which includes experienced teachers in England, Scotland and Wales.
We ensure that resources:
Can I view resources before I buy?
You can view a range of resources at one of our Development Education offices. Please phone for an appointment.
What if I order something that turns out to be unsuitable?
If you buy anything (except posters) from our catalogue and it does not meet your needs, you can return it to our warehouse for a full credit to your school's account. Resources must be returned in a saleable condition, with the original invoice. We do not cover postage on returned items.
I need something for a specific subject, topic or age group - how can I find it?
Our online catalogue includes a search facility, so you can easily see which resources match your subject, topic and age group.
Our printed catalogue is arranged by subject, then age group within subject. In the inside back cover, you will find an index by Continent and Country, and an index by topic/theme – Children, Conflict and Peace, Environment, Food and Farming, Health, Racism, Trade and Debt, Water and many more. Request a print copy here and we'll post one out to you.
Do you have resources in Welsh?
Yes, some of our resources have been translated into Welsh. Contact out Wales office for more details.
Are your resources suitable for the Scottish curriculum?
Yes, our policy is to accommodate the Scottish, Welsh and English curricula in all our resources, with our Scottish Development Education Team providing specialist input. The Team can also supply guides which match, in detail, development education resources to the 5-14 Guidelines: Environmental Studies, English Language, Maths, and Religious and Moral Education.
Please contact our Glasgow office for more details.
Are your resources suitable for youth work?
Yes, many of the resources in our catalogue can be used for work with young people outside the formal sector. They are identified by a special youth work symbol (a Y).
Whose resources are in your catalogue?
Our catalogue brings together the widest possible range of resources. They come from Development Agencies, Development Education Centres, other voluntary organisations and Local Education Authorities as well as commercial publishers.
Please note that Oxfam does not necessarily agree with or endorse statements made or opinions expressed in non-Oxfam resources.
Why does Oxfam develop resources and publish a catalogue?
Oxfam works with others to find lasting solutions to overcome poverty and suffering. The Development Education Programme contributes to Oxfam's purpose by publishing and promoting print and online catalogues and classroom resources. Through these we aim t o enable teachers to develop the values, skills and learning in young people that will equip them to respond effectively to global issues and be receptive to concepts of Global Citizenship.
