Reading Schools
Reading Schools aims to help schools across Scotland build and sustain a reading. This year we are working towards the Core accreditation. We aim to develop the school environment to promote reading for pleasure, we hope to introduce an outdoor library to give pupils the opportunity to read at break and lunch. We will continue to share and celebrating reading both in class and with our families. Pupils will be given opportunities to share what they are reading with peers and staff, as well as increased opportunities to read for pleasure in class. Our Pupil Council have agreed to lead the project and have been busy creating an action plan for the year to come. We will update families with our Reading Schools journey and the plans we have to ensure that reading is enjoyed and celebrated in our community.
Our parent/carer survey highlighted that it can be challenging to find books that your child may enjoy.
The Bookzilla app was created by Scottish Book Trust which can help children find books that they will enjoy. Free Bookzilla App – Children’s Book Finder – Scottish Book Trust – Scottish Book Trust.
100 Best Children’s books
100 best books for children | BookTrust
Themed Booklists
UPDATE!!
*******Dear Star Primary School,
Thank you so very much for submitting your evidence plan for your Reading Schools Gold accreditation. It has been an absolute pleasure to read all of your fantastic evidence. What an incredible Reading for Pleasure culture you have created within your setting and out into the wider community.
Having looked through all of your wonderful evidence, I am delighted to let you know that you have achieved your Reading Schools Gold accreditation!
The passion, commitment and enthusiasm for reading across your whole school community shines through in your evidence. A huge congratulations to you all on this fantastic achievement. We are continually in awe of the fantastic work schools are doing to create thriving reading cultures for their learners!
Your Gold accreditation will last for 3 years from this date. Please keep shining, keep up the good work and really embed everything you have achieved across your whole school community!
Look out for your trophy, certificate and vinyl sticker arriving soon!
You will also find a special congratulatory message from our dear friends and Reading Schools ambassadors, Vivian French and Alastair Chisholm!
We hope you have a wonderful time celebrating this achievement together as a school community.
Many congratulations,
Jen Grainge
Reading Schools Accreditor” ***********
