The wait is over! The latest episode of Ready Steady Talk – “Unlocking the Struggling Writer” is now live on YouTube and Spotify. Join @AlexJQuigley and Gareth – our CEO, for an engaging conversation on supporting struggling writers and developing confidence in the classroom. Watch or listen now. eu1.hubs.ly/H0wHzKb0 #TeachingAndLearning #Learning #LearningMatters #ClassroomPractice #ClassroomImpact #SchoolImprovement #EducationInnovation #EducationResearch #EvidenceBasedEducation #ProfessionalLearning #TeacherDevelopment

Ready… Steady… Talk! A new episode is coming this November, and we’ve got a very special guest joining us! We’re keeping their identity under wraps for now, but we might just have a little clue for you… Two initials, C and T. But in which order? Any guesses who could be joining us? Drop your predictions in the comments and keep your eyes peeled for the big reveal! #LiteracyCounts #PodcastComingSoon #EducationPodcast #PrimaryEducation

Getting a library card is easier than you think! To celebrate Green Libraries Week, we visited Storyhouse in Chester to show just how quick and simple it is to sign up for a library card and unlock a whole world of books 📚 And the best part? Joining your local library is FREE! So, whether you’re a teacher, parent or book lover, why not visit your local library and sign up for a library card? When was the last time you visited your local library? Let us know in the comments! #GreenLibrariesWeek #LiteracyCounts #LoveYourLibrary #ReadingForPleasure #Libraries

We’re delighted to invite school leaders and educators to our Find Out More Event at Oakfield First School, Windsor! 📍 Oakfield First School, Windsor, SL4 3RU 📅 Monday 23rd November 2026 ⏰ 3.30pm–5.00pm Join us for a FREE event showcasing Ready Steady Literacy and its impact on raising literacy outcomes. During the afternoon, discover how our research-informed resources can transform teaching practice, raise outcomes and inspire confident, independent writers, readers and spellers. You’ll have the opportunity to: ✨ Discover how Ready Steady Literacy provides a sequenced, ambitious curriculum underpinned by high-quality literature. ✨ See first-hand evidence of pupil progress and classroom impact. ✨ Learn how our consultancy and resources equip leaders, teachers and pupils for success. ✨ Connect with colleagues from across the region and share experiences. Plus, schools that join after attending will receive an exclusive 10% discount on their first year’s membership! Places are limited, so book your FREE place today via the QR code or the link ⬇️ eu1.hubs.ly/H0zgLY10 #LiteracyCounts #ReadySteadyLiteracy #PrimaryEducation #SchoolLeadership #EnglishLeadership

See the impact of Ready Steady Literacy in action! We’re delighted to invite school leaders and educators to our upcoming Impact Showcase! 📍 Moseley Primary School, Coventry, CV6 1AB 📅 Thursday 19th November 2026 🕐 1.30pm – 4.45pm Join Claire Belisari, expert literacy consultant at Literacy Counts, and the brilliant team at Moseley Primary School to discover how our research-informed resources have impacted standards in reading, writing and spelling. Places are limited, so book your place today via the QR code or the link below ⬇️ eu1.hubs.ly/H0zclCW0 #LiteracyCounts #ReadySteadyLiteracy #ImpactShowcase #PrimaryEducation

Join our team! We’re growing at Literacy Counts and have a number of exciting opportunities available to join our team. ⭐ If you’re passionate about education and want to make a genuine difference to children’s literacy, we’d love to hear from you. Whether your strengths lie in marketing, education, sales, operations or another area, there could be a role for you. 📍 Chester City Centre 💼 Full-time & permanent opportunities available Take a look at our current vacancies and find out more about joining Literacy Counts. 👉 View our full list of vacancies via the link ⬇️ Link: eu1.hubs.ly/H0zcwjL0 #WeAreHiring #LiteracyCounts #Jobs #Recruitment #EducationJobs #ChesterJobs #Careers #JoinOurTeam

We’re exhibiting at GESS Dubai 2026! ⭐ Come and meet our CEO Gareth, at Stand M32 and discover how we’re supporting literacy development through innovative solutions and resources. 📍 Dubai World Trade Centre, Sheikh Saeed Halls 1–3 📅 10–12 November 2026 We’d love to see you there! 👋 #GESSDubai #GESSDubai2026 #LiteracyCounts

There’s nothing we love more than hearing the positive impact our training is having in schools! A huge thank you to Jill Sach, Headteacher at Ravenbank Primary School, for sharing such wonderful feedback following a Ready Steady Phonics training session with our expert literacy consultant, Louise! We’re so proud of our consultants and the relationships they build with schools as they continue their Ready Steady Literacy journeys! Interested in finding out how Ready Steady Phonics and our expert training could support your school? Visit the link in our bio to learn more! #LiteracyCounts #ReadySteadyPhonics #PhonicsTraining #PrimaryEducation #TeacherCPD #TeachingPhonics

Melissa, one of the writers at Literacy Counts, shares her ‘Book of the Month’ for October! This month, Melissa is recommending ‘The Way of Dog’ by Zana Fraillon. A beautifully moving story of friendship, loyalty, courage and the extraordinary bond between humans and animals. Perfect for Years 5–6 and beyond, this heartfelt novel is ideal for readers who love animal stories, emotional adventures and tales of hope, resilience and belonging. Have you read ‘The Way of Dog’ or another Zana Fraillon title? We’d love to hear your recommendations in the comments! #BookOfTheMonth #LiteracyCounts #ReadySteadyWrite #ReadingForPleasure #BookRecommendation

NEW BLOG! Celebrating the impact of Everybody Write at Weaver Trust! 🎉 In July 2026, Weaver Trust completed its two-year Everybody Write school-improvement project with Literacy Counts, marking an important milestone in its commitment to developing writing expertise and improving outcomes across all six primary schools. From strengthening teacher confidence and writing leadership to building a consistent approach to literacy, discover how the partnership is making a difference — and what the 2026 outcomes reveal. 📚✨ As Alison Lawson, Director of Education at Weaver Trust, shared: “Thank you for having a massive impact on our outcomes and giving our kids the very best start.” 💙 🔗 Read our blog to discover the impact of Everybody Write! #LiteracyCounts #EverybodyWrite #WeaverTrust #PrimaryLiteracy #SchoolImprovement

Loved reading How To Train Your Dragon in Year 3 Ready Steady Read Together? Keep the reading going! If your class loved diving into the magical world of How to Train Your Dragon, we’ve put together some brilliant book recommendations to take them on even more thrilling adventures filled with mythical creatures, friendship and imagination! #ReadySteadyReadTogether #BookRecommendations #Year3 #ReadingForPleasure #PrimaryReading