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National Literacy Trust | UK Literacy Charity

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Spring term 2026

How can schools get involved with the National Year of Reading?

Big Go All In Together events, classroom resources, webinars and trainings - there's so much happening for schools and early year settings.

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Early Words Matter

Together, we are empowering every child with the words they need to write their own story.

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CPD training, conferences and workshops for teachers

Discover CPD training for teachers across all phases. Choose from literacy workshops, courses and conferences to enhance your skills.

Goldsmiths 500 Writers Farnham Primary to Bolling Hall

Research

Everything we do is underpinned by sound evidence and ground-breaking research on all aspects of literacy, from exploring the relationship between technology and literacy, to investigating the impact of role models on reading.

  • We work collaboratively in 20 areas of the UK that face the biggest challenges with literacy and where we can make the most difference. We work alongside teachers and football coaches, to librarians and youth leaders - to create bespoke solutions that support literacy at home, in school and in the community.

    Explore the full breadth of our place-based activity

  • We are proud to be a dynamic and fast-moving organisation that thinks creatively about how to inspire and engage people with literacy. We are the rallying cry to politicians and decision-makers to bring sustainable change. We work in partnerships of all kinds as we know this has the most impact.

    Learn more about our policy and campaigning priorities

  • We run projects in prisons and Young Offender Institutions - including Books Unlocked, New Chapters, Inside Stories with Audible and Readconnect - which not only help to support and improve the literacy skills of participants but also build family connections, raise hope and enable people to share their stories.

    Discover more about our Criminal Justice projects

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Your support changes lives

Be part of our story. Whether you are an individual, a whole school community or part of a business - thank you for your support. Donate today, take on our challenge events or find out how your organisation can partner with us. Together, we can make sure no child is left behind.

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Parents and care givers - you’re not alone!

Discover a wealth of practical tips to help your child’s literacy journey, fun activities to try together as well as reassuring support and guidance. We have plenty of creative ways to nurture your child’s reading, speaking, listening and writing development at home.