Primary conference
What happens at the National Literacy Trust primary conference?
The aim of our primary conference is to celebrate best practice and explore the issues most significant to primary practitioners through a combination of thought leadership and workshops.
The National Literacy Trust primary conference provides an opportunity for primary practitioners to network, share best practice and learn. At the National Literacy Trust we work with communities, schools and the home learning environment to improve the literacy levels and life chances of the most disadvantaged children in the UK. In partnership with policy makers, practitioners and academics we will examine how these elements intersect, and explore how they can be maximised to improve primary literacy and close the word gap.
Reconstructing Reading
Every child has the right to read. But what children read – and the ways they engage with reading – are changing.
Our online Reconstructing Reading conference returns in November 2026, bringing international literacy leaders together to explore strategies that empower every reader.
Why attend our primary conferences?
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Network and share best practice
Workshops and break-out discussions provide a great opportunity to become part of a growing network of primary practitioners.
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Attend workshops
Our conference includes evidence-based workshops that provide strategies to take away and use in the classroom, to drive an improved reading culture.
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Hear from primary experts
Conference speakers include primary education and policy experts, as well as representatives from within the organisation presenting on the latest research and programmatic activity.
Do you have a question?
If you have any questions about our Primary Conferences, please contact professional.development@literacytrust.org.uk