Join us Become a Beanstalk school Secondary Reading Leaders is an employability skills development programme for Years 9 to 13 that delivers reading outcomes for Years 7 and 8 - it's a win win! With 90% of schools saying it improved younger pupils reading fluency, it's a great way of supporting success in the proposed Year 8 reading test. Let us make a difference in your school. Benefits for older students For older students it can be a struggle to build the skills they need to progress in their future education or career. The Reading Leaders programme begins with "adult style" training to empower students to take ownership of the delivery of sessions for a younger peer. Often, for the first time, they step into a responsible position with someone looking up to them. They build career readiness skills, gaining a confidence boost as well as evidence, including a letter of reference from us, to take forward into their next stage. Outcomes for younger pupils For younger students, struggling with reading can make secondary school feel daunting. Having someone they look up to from an older year group can give them the motivation to engage with reading, ultimately improving their reading skills and confidence as they approach Year 8 reading tests. Younger students meet with their older mentor for regular one to one sessions. The pressure of reading is lifted as they share books together and chat about what they have read. How does it work? You'll encourage older students to apply to become reading leaders. Once your group is selected one of our trainers will deliver 'adult-style' training to them, usually online via Zoom over two sessions, and equip them with reference and planning log books. We'll give you the materials and guidance to support you to coordinate the programme in your school. Helping you to make successful student pairings, and celebrate achievements. Register your interest Want some proof? We're really proud of our outcomes for older and younger pupils including: 100% of older students felt prepared to support their younger peer following the training. 90% of younger students improved their reading fluency and comprehension skills 92% of older students improved their organisational skills.Our Impact "The programme was very thorough, well resourced and the training was brilliantly delivered!"Ann Whitlock, Librarian, Broughton High School Manage Cookie Preferences