The DfE and National Literacy Trust have joined forces to launch a National Year of Reading, starting in January 2026. Bringing together parents, schools, libraries, businesses and literacy experts, the campaign aims to foster a love of reading for pleasure in children and young people, ensuring all children get the best start in life. Find … Continue reading National Year of Reading for 2026
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Reports on children’s writing and reading show worrying decreases
Writing The National Literacy Trust's Annual Literacy Survey of more than 76,000 UK children and young people revealed that, in 2024: Fewer than 3 in 10 (28.7%) 8 to 18-year-olds say they enjoy writing in their free time – the lowest level recorded by the charity since it first started asking children about their writing … Continue reading Reports on children’s writing and reading show worrying decreases
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