The North East
The National Literacy Trust in the North East works with the community to empower children and families with the literacy skills needed to get the most out of life.
We work with local organisations and businesses to strengthen the culture of reading, writing, speaking and listening across the region and engage businesses to play an important role in addressing the literacy challenge.
Our campaign work is focused in the four main areas with the highest levels of deprivation and lowest levels of literacy: Newcastle, Gateshead, Stockton and Redcar. We provide free books, events, and activities for primary school aged children, and cater to families with little ones aged 0 to 5 years old through our flagship early years programmes, First Words Together and Early Words Together which are part of our newly launched Early Words Matter campaign.
Keep up to date with our latest activity by following our Facebook page
Or get in touch with us at northeast@literacytrust.org.uk
Christmas events in the North East
Join us for a series of free and low cost festive events filled with holiday cheer and activities for you and your children to enjoy this festive season.
Volunteer with us
Would you like to make a difference in your local area?
Sign up as a volunteer Literacy Champion and, if you live in the North East, you'll have the chance to join our fantastic team of supported volunteers! Find out more about becoming a Literacy Champion and sign up with the link below.
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We have lots of useful tips, guidance and free activities for parents, to help you support your child's literacy development as they grow.Learn more
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Read North East supports schools to make literacy improvement a priority and encourage pupils to read for pleasure.Learn more
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We rely on the generous support of individuals, schools, communities and businesses to help us continue our vital work in the North East.Learn more
