Join us in Coventry on Tuesday 20th January for a free in-person event at Moseley Primary School. Explore how Ready Steady Literacy strengthens reading, writing and spelling across the primary years.

Welcome to our new schools who started their Ready Steady Literacy journey this week!

As we reach the end of term, we want to say a heartfelt thank you to all teachers, leaders and practitioners. We hope the break brings you real rest and time to switch off. Wishing you a warm and merry Christmas and we look forward to working alongside you again in the new year!

2026 is the Year of Reading and we are so excited to share a year’s worth of reading fun with you! Stay tuned to find out exactly what we will be getting up to. We can’t wait to see the impact 2026 will have on reading for children everywhere!

Developing Fluency in Reading CPD 16th January 2026 | 09:15–12:00 Reading fluency underpins confidence, comprehension and a love of reading. This CPD explores what fluency is, why it matters and how to improve it through practical, research-informed strategies across EYFS and primary.

Planning, Writing & Editing CPD 14th January 2026 | 09:15–12:00 What could a consistent approach to planning, writing and editing achieve across your school? This focused CPD supports leaders and teachers to develop confident writers through clear, practical approaches from Early Years to Year 6.

Join us in Aylesbury on 13th January for a free in-person event exploring how Ready Steady Literacy strengthens reading, writing and spelling in primary schools. Limited places available, click the link and book today: www.literacycounts.co.uk/literacy-cou...

New year. New literacy approach. Join one of our FREE Find Out More webinars this January and explore how our award-winning literacy resources can support confident teaching and strong outcomes across your school. Click the link to find out more: www.literacycounts.co.uk/free-literac...

Today we are celebrating Christmas Jumper Day with some festive cheer. As the end of term approaches, we want to wish all teachers and leaders the very best for the final week of term. Thank you for everything you do to support children every day.

Discover the thinking behind Ready Steady Read Together in our latest blog by Melissa Buzzard. Melissa shares the purpose, vision and classroom insights that shaped the programme and a look into how it supports confident, motivated readers. www.literacycounts.co.uk/blog/ready-s...

Join us in Wolverhampton on 7th January for a free in-person event exploring how Ready Steady Literacy strengthens reading, writing and spelling in primary schools. Limited places available, book today: www.literacycounts.co.uk/literacy-cou...

Welcome to our new schools who are starting their Ready Steady Literacy journey this week!

Join us for our FREE Find Out More Tour to see how Ready Steady Literacy strengthens reading, writing and spelling across primary schools. www.literacycounts.co.uk/free-literac... Wolverhampton -7th January Aylesbury - 3th January Coventry -20th January Liverpool -27th January Telford -4th March

This online CPD session will take place on Thursday 8th January 2026. It is designed to help English Subject Leaders and SLT understand the key changes within the new Writing Framework and what they mean for curriculum, teaching and assessment. www.literacycounts.co.uk/literacy-cou...

Our double ERA winning writing programme has been praised for its rich literature, inclusive units, robust assessment and clear, supportive lesson guidance. Click the link to get FREE sample access today: www.literacycounts.co.uk/contact

If you have heard of Steps to Read and Ready Steady Comprehension, take a look at our brand new shared reading resource Ready Steady Read Together! Click the link to read the full blog: www.literacycounts.co.uk/blog/looking...

Struggling to plan effectively for mixed-age writing? Our free webinar on 4th December will guide you through clear, practical approaches that save time and support all learners. Reserve your place today. Click the link to find out more: www.literacycounts.co.uk/literacy-cou...

Struggling to manage small group phonics sessions each day? Ready Steady Phonics delivers whole class shared phonics with just one teacher and no small group work. Click the link to book a free 1:1 call with an expert consultant and get free sample access today: www.literacycounts.co.uk/contact

New blog! Explore how Radnor Primary in Cardiff has strengthened writing across the curriculum by implementing Ready Steady Write. See how consistent pedagogy, high-quality texts and a shared language for writing have transformed teaching and learning. www.literacycounts.co.uk/blog/strengt...

Join our free webinar to discover how Ready Steady Read Together combines high-quality texts with research-led pedagogy to strengthen reading comprehension, reduce planning time and ensure curriculum consistency. www.literacycounts.co.uk/literacy-cou...

Join us this Wednesday, at JH Godwin Primary School from 15:45 to 17:00 for our FREE Find Out More Event. Explore Ready Steady Write and Ready Steady Read Together with CEO Gareth Davies, plus receive free sample access and 10% off your first year’s membership. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Welcome to our new schools who are starting their Ready Steady Literacy journey this week! The Bramptons Primary School, Northampton Hodge Clough Primary School, Oldham Bligh Primary School, Kent St Matthew’s Catholic Primary School,Liverpool Arden Primary School Official, Stockport

Are you searching for a writing resource trusted by schools and recognised for its impact? Ready Steady Write is now a multi award winning programme, proudly adding the new Teach Early Years Award to its recognition. Email [email protected] for free sample access.

Today we are celebrating Michael Rosen. Featuring in both Ready Steady Write and Ready Steady Read Together, at Literacy Counts we value his work greatly. His books offer playful language, memorable rhythms and rich opportunities for Booktalk. Email [email protected] for FREE sample access!

We are excited to invite you to our free Find Out More event next Wednesday. Join us at J H Godwin Primary School from 15:45 to 17:00 to explore Ready Steady Write and Ready Steady Read Together with Gareth Davies. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Read our latest blog: www.literacycounts.co.uk/blog/teach-p... Ready Steady Write has been named a winner at the Teach Early Years Awards 2025. This blog uncovers why Ready Steady Write is now recognised across all age groups as the trusted, award-winning writing scheme for EYFS to Year 6.

Following yesterday’s exciting news of our Teach Early Years Award win, we are celebrating the continued impact of Ready Steady Write. Interested in discovering how Ready Steady Write can transform writing in your school? Book a 1:1 call with a consultants: www.literacycounts.co.uk/free-literac...

We are so proud to announce that our Teach Primary award-winning resource Ready Steady Write has now been recognised as the Teach Early Years Award WINNER! We are incredibly grateful to the schools who have trusted in our resource. www.literacycounts.co.uk/free-literac...

Welcome to our new schools who are starting their Ready Steady Literacy journey this week!

We support teachers in building confident, independent writers and creating meaningful links across the curriculum. www.literacycounts.co.uk/ready-steady... We have something big to share very soon… stay tuned!

At Feniscowles Primary School, the EYFS Sisters are bringing Ready Steady Write to life through joyful, creative and consistent teaching. Their story shows how the right structure can build confidence, raise outcomes and inspire young writers. www.literacycounts.co.uk/blog/making-...

Ready Steady Write Story Songs combine music, lyrics and actions to develop language, support communication and build confidence in the early years. Click the link to find out more: www.literacycounts.co.uk/ready-steady... Something BIG is coming soon… stay tuned!

We’ve got something BIG to share...

Looking for practical guidance to support early writing? Ready Steady Write helps teachers model writing effectively, building confident, fluent writers from the very start. www.literacycounts.co.uk/blog/effecti... Something BIG is coming soon... keep an eye out for our exciting announcement.

We are thrilled to announce that Literacy Counts has been shortlisted for four categories at the Bett Awards 2026! 🏆 Company of the Year 🏆 Transformational Impact 🏆 Primary Digital Learning Product 🏆 Early Years Product or Service Full blog coming tomorrow! #BettAwards2026 #BettUK2026

We’ve got something BIG to share...

Sandbrook Community Primary School has seen swift and significant impact with Ready Steady Write. Teachers report a boost in confidence, reduced workload and impressive results in end-of-key-stage data. www.literacycounts.co.uk/blog/raising... Something BIG is coming… keep watching this space!

Ready Steady Write is a game changer for developing executive function and foundational knowledge. 100% of teachers said the units improved engagement and strengthened writing outcomes. www.literacycounts.co.uk/ready-steady... Keep an eye out for our exciting announcement coming soon.

Something exciting is on the way! We have BIG news to share next week... Stay tuned to find out more. Click the link to find out more about Ready Steady Write today: www.literacycounts.co.uk/ready-steady...

At Literacy Counts, we offer award-winning, evidence-based literacy programmes for primary schools, supported by expert consultancy and professional development. Click the link to explore our full suite of Ready Steady Literacy resources: www.literacycounts.co.uk

Are you ready to harness the power of AI to support writing in your classroom? Join our practical CPD course AI & Writing: Enhancing Learning, Reducing Workload on Tuesday 4th November 2025, 09:15–12:00. www.literacycounts.co.uk/literacy-cou...

Discover more about our award-winning Ready Steady Literacy resources this November. Join one of our FREE ‘Find Out More’ webinars to explore our programmes, ask questions and gain access to free sample materials. www.literacycounts.co.uk/literacy-cou...

Discover how Ready Steady Write has transformed writing at J H Godwin Primary School. Join us for our free in-person Find Out More event in Chester. www.literacycounts.co.uk/literacy-cou...

Welcome to our new schools who are starting their Ready Steady Literacy journey this week!

As the first half term comes to a close, it is the perfect time to curl up with a good book. Here are three beautiful autumn reads: 📖 A First Book of Nature by Nicola Davies (age 4–7) 🧙‍♀️ Fire Burn, Cauldron Bubble: Magical Poems by Paul Cookson (age 7–9) 🌳 October, October by Katya Balen (age 9–11)

New School Spotlight! At Sandbrook Community Primary School, a consistent and structured approach through Ready Steady Write has led to improved attainment, stronger teacher confidence and greater pupil enjoyment of writing. Read the full blog: www.literacycounts.co.uk/blog/raising...

Ready Steady Read Together, our brand-new shared reading resource for Years 2–6, builds vocabulary, fluency and spoken language through engaging, inclusive lessons. It provides a clear, consistent approach to teaching reading. [email protected] for free sample access.

We are thrilled to announce our first Find Out More event at J H Godwin Primary School in Chester. This free in-person event is your chance to experience the impact of Ready Steady Write. Click the link to find out more and reserve your place: www.literacycounts.co.uk/literacy-cou...

Welcome to our new schools who are starting their Ready Steady Literacy journey this week!

This feedback reflects the MAT-wide success of Ready Steady Literacy across Weaver Trust schools. Click the link to book a free 1:1 Zoom call with one of our expert consultants to find out more about our resources: www.literacycounts.co.uk/free-literac...