Frequently Asked Questions

A classbook, brought to you by OurClassBook.co.uk, is a unique and dynamic project where every student in the class has a voice. Each pupil contributes two pages: one dedicated to their writing and another to their artwork. This initiative not only supports educational engagement but also fosters a sense of achievement and enhances literacy competencies.

Our specially curated publishing kit provides 68 pages: 32 designed for writing and another 32 for students’ drawings. We also ensure the kit has sections for the book cover, Title Page, Dedication Page, and an Introduction to the Young Authors.

For smoother navigation, we include a student-made sample book and an in-depth Teacher’s Guide. Additionally, there are Parent Order Forms for those keen on getting a tangible keepsake of their child’s literary debut.

Yes! The programme is free for schools to take part and only requires a minimum order of one book to publish. We also include one free classroom copy of the book as a thank you to the class teacher for publishing with us.

We will turn your students’ masterpiece into a full-colour, professionally-bound book. Everything you need to turn your class into real published authors is included in your kit.

In exchange for this, all we ask is that parents are given the opportunity to order a copy of their kid’s book, if they want to. Included in the publishing kit are parent order forms. 

Parents can order a copy of their child’s book from £10* and are under no obligation to purchase.

* The pre-order price will be available during the publication period (from when the teacher hands out the Parents Order Forms until they send the manuscript to our offices). After this period, parents can always purchase extra copies via the website as well (through the “Order Published Books” section). The price will be a few pounds higher as we send the copies directly to the student’s address and not to the school as is the case with the main order.

The submission date marks the day we anticipate receiving your classbook for the final publishing phase. It’s a flexible date chosen by you and can be amended as needed. It takes 4-5 weeks to process, publish and deliver your class’ books to you from when we receive your class’ manuscript for publishing. Please keep this timeline in mind, especially if you’re aiming for a term-end launch or a special unveiling ceremony.

We also provide a pre-paid postage label, ensuring hassle-free returns. For any adjustments or queries regarding the submission date, feel free to reach out at info@www.ourclassbook.co.uk.

Kickstart this incredible journey by ordering your bespoke publishing kit from our site and choosing an appropriate submission date. Then, let the creativity flow. Your students can write and draw  their stories and illustrations. Ensure you post  your class’ creation at least a week before your submission date using our complimentary postage label. In four to five weeks, your students’ published books will be at your school’s doorstep.

Along this journey, we’ll consistently offer guidance, sharing useful insights and timely reminders. For any questions , simply drop us an email at info@www.ourclassbook.co.uk.

Absolutely not! The classbook project is versatile, perfect for all age groups. OurClassBook offers a variety of templates suitable for every student’s needs.  The programme is designed to be engaging and collaborative for all students.

The sky’s the limit when it comes to themes! From riveting tales about exotic creatures and futuristic scenarios to heartfelt poems and reminiscences about past experiences, anything your class feels passionate about can be their muse. You can even align your classbook with current curriculum subjects, making it both fun and educational.

If you’re seeking a spark of inspiration,  see our dedicated ‘Topic Ideas’ section on our site.

Once you’ve finalised your classbook, use our hassle-free postage service to send it over, ideally a week before your decided submission date.

Once we have received your class’ masterpiece we will have your professionally bound classbook delivered to your school in a span of four to five weeks. Keep this timeline in mind when scheduling events like book launch celebrations.

Yes! We stand by the quality of our books and prioritise the satisfaction of our customers. Parents who opt to buy the classbook can do so with complete confidence. We offer a comprehensive satisfaction guarantee. Should they find any issues or are dissatisfied in any way with the book, they have the option to return it to us. We will be more than happy to replace it or provide a full refund.

The programme is free for schools to take part and only requires a minimum order of one book to publish. We also include one free classroom copy of the book as a thank you to the class teacher for publishing with us.

For a limited time, softcover books can be pre-ordered for just £10 and hardcover copies for £15. 

Parents pay independently through the website using the Book ID you have provided on the Parent Order Form the number of copies they want throughout the publication process, enjoying a pre-order price. When this is complete, i.e. when we receive the manuscript at our offices, they can always purchase extra copies via the website as well (through the “Order Published Books” section). The price will be a few pounds higher as we send the copies directly to the student’s address and not to the school as is the case with the main order.

When we close the publication process, we will send you a list of the parents and students who have purchased copies (with the number of copies and the type of book).

* Discounted prices are offered for a limited time only (from when the teacher hands out the Parents Order Forms until they send the manuscript to our offices).

The programme is free for schools to take part and only requires a minimum order of one book to publish. We also include one free classroom copy of the book as a thank you to the class teacher for publishing with us.

No. Purchasing a copy is entirely up to the parents. We recommend that parents who wish to order a copy of their child’s book to pre-order it by filling out the green Parent Order Forms included in your kit. Doing so will allow parents to avail of a £5 discount per book type. With this discount, softcovers can be pre-ordered for £10 and hardcovers for £15.

* After the publication period, parents can always purchase additional copies through the website, in the published books section. The price will be a few pounds higher, as we send the copies directly to the student’s address and not to the school, as in the case of the main order.

• Parents can pay directly through our website. At the end of the publication process (This is when we receive your manuscript), we will send you a list of the parents who have purchased the book for the teacher (the list includes the parent’s name, the student’s name, and the number and format of copies purchased).

• The school may also make the purchase independently by cheque (made payable to CJ Fallon) or by bank transfer using the below banking details: 

Company name: CJ Fallon 

Account number: 13980757  

Sort code: 902127 

Bank Address: Bank of Ireland, 1 Donegall Square, Belfast, BT1 5LR, United Kingdom. 

If paying by bank transfer, please include the following payment reference: OCB- 

*If the school decides to purchase using one of the last two methods, it must inform us during the publication process and we will send you the corresponding invoice. 

For safety reasons, cash should not be sent by post by post. Instead, we kindly ask that schools make a single payment for the class’ order.  Payment can be made by card on our website, cheque, or by bank transfer.For safety reasons, cash should not be sent by post by post. Instead, we kindly ask that schools make a single payment for the class’ order.  Payment can be made by card on our website, cheque, or by bank transfer.

Yes! After the publication period, parents can always purchase additional copies through the website, in the published books section. The price will be a few pounds higher, as we send the copies directly to the student’s address and not to the school, as in the case of the main order.

Our publishing kit comes packed with 68 pages. This comprises 32 pages dedicated to writing and another 32 for illustrations. Additionally, the kit provides pages for the book cover, a Title Page, a Dedication Page, and an About the Authors Page.

The OurClassBook publishing kit is designed to accommodate up to 32 students, with each student getting two pages: one for writing and one for illustrating.

Should you wish to create a  book with additional pages, do get in touch with our team. We’ll be pleased to talk through our options for larger book editions.

Yes! Photos can be a wonderful inclusion in your classbook. Simply print the desired photo directly onto the provided kit page or affix it using a Pritt Stick. We advise against the use of Sellotape.

For the written sections, black ink is the best choice for clarity and vibrancy. We recognise that for younger students, using ink might not be feasible. In such cases, we’d recommend a dark pencil.

As for the drawings, markers will give you those bold and lively colours. While coloured pencils are acceptable, they might not yield as vibrant a result in the final print. We kindly request that you not use crayons, glitter, or Crayola Twistables for your illustrations.

Certainly. Tippex can be used. However, do bear in mind that it might result in faint “shadows” on the final print. To ensure the best quality, it’s advised to use Tippex sparingly. We also offer printable replacement materials for your convenience.

Aim to dispatch your kit to OurClassBook a week prior to your chosen submission date. We cover the costs of postage. Simply use your pre-paid Royal Mail label. If you require a replacement return label, contact us at info@ourclassbook.co.uk.

All you need to do is stick the pre-paid Royal Mail label onto the box with your class’ manuscript. Afterwards, drop it off at your nearest post office.

If you misplace your Royal Mail label or require a new one, don’t hesitate to contact us at info@www.ourclassbook.co.uk.