What is on offer for schools and early years settings for the National Year of Reading?
Throughout 2026, you will have access to:
- A termly cycle of research-rooted, high-quality professional learning for everyone in education.
- Memorable and impactful events for children and young people across the UK.
We are here to help you embed reading for pleasure into your core language, practice and leadership priorities through a flexible programme of tools, resources, activities and events.
What to do now:
Get ready for the Spring term with our Starter Toolkit designed to help teachers and practitioners prepare activities and brief staff ahead of 2026, available at the bottom of this page. This initial release provides everything you need to outline what is on offer and implement plans effectively.
Start planning now with our Starter Toolkit. It includes:
- Activity Calendar: get familiar with phase-relevant activities for Spring term 2026.
- PowerPoint briefing: use this to brief colleagues on the National Year of Reading and its importance. Each slide includes helpful notes on what to say.
Don't forget to:
- Decide your sign-up approach:
- Go All In with our Learning Management System (LMS)
- Dip in and sign up for individual activities
- Register for the All-phase introduction webinar on 15 January, featuring Teresa Cremin and the National Literacy Trust team.
What is coming in January 2026?
In January, the toolkit on this page will be expanded to include:
- Reflection guides: phase-specific guides will help you begin your journey of reflection and growth.
- Brand toolkit: fun digital and printable asset to show your involvement.
- Research digest: a deep dive on the research that's shaped the campaign.
- Additional guidance: practical tools to support implementation.