We’ve proudly partnered with the National Literacy Trust to help more young people discover the life-changing benefits of reading for pleasure.
We’re thrilled to announce that Sir William Burrough Primary School in Tower Hamlets has been chosen to receive a new library as part of the National Literacy Trust’s Libraries for Primaries campaign. This marks the beginning of our support of the Libraries for Primaries campaign, which aims to ensure every state primary school in the UK has a library or dedicated reading space by 2028.
The Libraries for Primaries campaign, co-founded by the National Literacy Trust and Penguin Books, is dedicated to encouraging children to read for pleasure. Research reveals that reading for pleasure boosts not only reading skills but also wellbeing and confidence. Yet, in the UK, 1 in 7 state primary schools still doesn’t have a library or dedicated reading space.
To help change this, our funding will transform a room at Sir William Burrough Primary School into a vibrant library space. The school will also receive teacher training and ongoing support to create an environment where reading becomes central to the learning experience.
We recently visited Sir William Burrough Primary School to see the space ahead of its library transformation. The excitement from the school community was palpable, and we can’t wait to return later this year to join staff and students for the launch of their new library.
The library at Sir William Burrough Primary School will be more than just books on shelves. It will be a comfortable space where children can enjoy reading for pleasure. We’re excited to be part of the Libraries for Primaries campaign and look forward to seeing its long-term impact.
Our Chief Executive, Richard Foley, stated ‘A school library is vital for developing literacy skills, confidence, and a love of reading. We’re proud to be a flagship funder of the Libraries for Primaries campaign and to help create lasting opportunities for young learners.’
To learn more about the Libraries for Primaries campaign and how you can get involved, visit the National Literacy Trust’s website.