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Join us in Coventry on Tuesday 20th January for a free in-person event at Moseley Primary School. Explore how Ready Steady Literacy strengthens reading, writing and spelling across the primary years.

22.12.2025 10:04 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Welcome to our new schools who started their Ready Steady Literacy journey this week!

19.12.2025 16:09 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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As we reach the end of term, we want to say a heartfelt thank you to all teachers, leaders and practitioners. We hope the break brings you real rest and time to switch off. Wishing you a warm and merry Christmas and we look forward to working alongside you again in the new year!

19.12.2025 09:18 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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2026 is the Year of Reading and we are so excited to share a year’s worth of reading fun with you! Stay tuned to find out exactly what we will be getting up to. We can’t wait to see the impact 2026 will have on reading for children everywhere!

15.12.2025 12:35 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Developing Fluency in Reading CPD
16th January 2026 | 09:15–12:00
Reading fluency underpins confidence, comprehension and a love of reading.
This CPD explores what fluency is, why it matters and how to improve it through practical, research-informed strategies across EYFS and primary.

15.12.2025 10:27 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Planning, Writing & Editing CPD
14th January 2026 | 09:15–12:00
What could a consistent approach to planning, writing and editing achieve across your school?
This focused CPD supports leaders and teachers to develop confident writers through clear, practical approaches from Early Years to Year 6.

15.12.2025 10:21 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Join us in Aylesbury on 13th January for a free in-person event exploring how Ready Steady Literacy strengthens reading, writing and spelling in primary schools. Limited places available, click the link and book today: www.literacycounts.co.uk/literacy-cou...

12.12.2025 12:11 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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New year. New literacy approach.
Join one of our FREE Find Out More webinars this January and explore how our award-winning literacy resources can support confident teaching and strong outcomes across your school.
Click the link to find out more: www.literacycounts.co.uk/free-literac...

12.12.2025 11:31 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Today we are celebrating Christmas Jumper Day with some festive cheer. As the end of term approaches, we want to wish all teachers and leaders the very best for the final week of term. Thank you for everything you do to support children every day.

11.12.2025 09:43 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Discover the thinking behind Ready Steady Read Together in our latest blog by Melissa Buzzard. Melissa shares the purpose, vision and classroom insights that shaped the programme and a look into how it supports confident, motivated readers.

www.literacycounts.co.uk/blog/ready-s...

09.12.2025 10:13 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Join us in Wolverhampton on 7th January for a free in-person event exploring how Ready Steady Literacy strengthens reading, writing and spelling in primary schools. Limited places available, book today: www.literacycounts.co.uk/literacy-cou...

08.12.2025 10:12 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Welcome to our new schools who are starting their Ready Steady Literacy journey this week!

05.12.2025 11:48 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Join us for our FREE Find Out More Tour to see how Ready Steady Literacy strengthens reading, writing and spelling across primary schools.
www.literacycounts.co.uk/free-literac...
Wolverhampton -7th January
Aylesbury - 3th January
Coventry -20th January
Liverpool -27th January
Telford -4th March

05.12.2025 11:24 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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This online CPD session will take place on Thursday 8th January 2026. It is designed to help English Subject Leaders and SLT understand the key changes within the new Writing Framework and what they mean for curriculum, teaching and assessment.
www.literacycounts.co.uk/literacy-cou...

04.12.2025 15:00 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Our double ERA winning writing programme has been praised for its rich literature, inclusive units, robust assessment and clear, supportive lesson guidance.
Click the link to get FREE sample access today: www.literacycounts.co.uk/contact

27.11.2025 09:33 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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If you have heard of Steps to Read and Ready Steady Comprehension, take a look at our brand new shared reading resource Ready Steady Read Together!
Click the link to read the full blog: www.literacycounts.co.uk/blog/looking...

27.11.2025 09:18 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Struggling to plan effectively for mixed-age writing? Our free webinar on 4th December will guide you through clear, practical approaches that save time and support all learners. Reserve your place today. Click the link to find out more: www.literacycounts.co.uk/literacy-cou...

25.11.2025 16:28 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Struggling to manage small group phonics sessions each day? Ready Steady Phonics delivers whole class shared phonics with just one teacher and no small group work.
Click the link to book a free 1:1 call with an expert consultant and get free sample access today: www.literacycounts.co.uk/contact

25.11.2025 15:54 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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New blog! Explore how Radnor Primary in Cardiff has strengthened writing across the curriculum by implementing Ready Steady Write. See how consistent pedagogy, high-quality texts and a shared language for writing have transformed teaching and learning.

www.literacycounts.co.uk/blog/strengt...

20.11.2025 09:55 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Join our free webinar to discover how Ready Steady Read Together combines high-quality texts with research-led pedagogy to strengthen reading comprehension, reduce planning time and ensure curriculum consistency.
www.literacycounts.co.uk/literacy-cou...

18.11.2025 09:25 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Join us this Wednesday, at JH Godwin Primary School from 15:45 to 17:00 for our FREE Find Out More Event. Explore Ready Steady Write and Ready Steady Read Together with CEO Gareth Davies, plus receive free sample access and 10% off your first year’s membership.
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

17.11.2025 09:53 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Welcome to our new schools who are starting their Ready Steady Literacy journey this week!
The Bramptons Primary School, Northampton
Hodge Clough Primary School, Oldham
Bligh Primary School, Kent
St Matthew’s Catholic Primary School,Liverpool
Arden Primary School Official, Stockport

14.11.2025 11:42 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Are you searching for a writing resource trusted by schools and recognised for its impact? Ready Steady Write is now a multi award winning programme, proudly adding the new Teach Early Years Award to its recognition.
Email hello@literacycounts.co.uk for free sample access.

14.11.2025 09:58 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Today we are celebrating Michael Rosen. Featuring in both Ready Steady Write and Ready Steady Read Together, at Literacy Counts we value his work greatly. His books offer playful language, memorable rhythms and rich opportunities for Booktalk.
Email hello@literacycounts.co.uk for FREE sample access!

13.11.2025 12:12 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We are excited to invite you to our free Find Out More event next Wednesday. Join us at J H Godwin Primary School from 15:45 to 17:00 to explore Ready Steady Write and Ready Steady Read Together with Gareth Davies. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

13.11.2025 10:50 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Read our latest blog: www.literacycounts.co.uk/blog/teach-p...
Ready Steady Write has been named a winner at the Teach Early Years Awards 2025. This blog uncovers why Ready Steady Write is now recognised across all age groups as the trusted, award-winning writing scheme for EYFS to Year 6.

11.11.2025 11:05 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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FREE WEBINAR: Find out more about Ready Steady Write β€” Literacy Counts Discover your writing solution with this free webinar for schools following the English National Curriculum. Explore how Ready Steady Write provides whole-school consistency from EYFS to Year 6 throug...

Following yesterday’s exciting news of our Teach Early Years Award win, we are celebrating the continued impact of Ready Steady Write.
Interested in discovering how Ready Steady Write can transform writing in your school?
Book a 1:1 call with a consultants: www.literacycounts.co.uk/free-literac...

11.11.2025 08:59 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We are so proud to announce that our Teach Primary award-winning resource Ready Steady Write has now been recognised as the Teach Early Years Award WINNER!
We are incredibly grateful to the schools who have trusted in our resource.
www.literacycounts.co.uk/free-literac...

10.11.2025 10:55 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Welcome to our new schools who are starting their Ready Steady Literacy journey this week!

07.11.2025 10:14 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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We support teachers in building confident, independent writers and creating meaningful links across the curriculum.

www.literacycounts.co.uk/ready-steady...

We have something big to share very soon… stay tuned!

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