Rotherham

In Rotherham, the National Literacy Trust have joined forces with local council and library services to encourage children to read for pleasure.
By promoting a love of reading, we are helping the children of Rotherham to improve their literacy levels and achieve their full potentials in school and beyond.
Reading for enjoyment can be transformational for children’s academic outcomes, as well as supporting their social and emotional wellbeing.
When can you get involved?
Starting in September 2024, we will deliver an array of fun, exciting and educational projects across the town to inspire children to develop an interest in books and stories.
We will work in collaboration with community groups, schools, families and local organisations across Rotherham to ensure that we get to the very heart of the town's literacy needs.
Want to know more? Get in touch with us at rotherham@literacytrust.org.uk
Read our latest reading report
In partnership with Rotherham Council and local library services, we're working to inspire a love of reading among children in Rotherham. This report provides a valuable baseline for our efforts, comparing the reading engagement of children aged 5 to 8 and 8 to 11 in Rotherham with their peers across the country in 2024.

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 Rotherham, you'll have the chance to join a fantastic team of supported volunteers!

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