Literacy Counts has been shortlisted for four Bett Awards 2026, recognising our impact as a leading literacy provider for primary schools. From the best shared reading scheme for KS2 to the best writing resource for EYFS, our evidence-based programmes and expert consultancy continue to raise literacy standards nationwide

Sandbrook Community Primary School set out to achieve greater consistency and higher standards in writing across all year groups. By adopting Ready Steady Write, the school has seen remarkable improvements in pupil outcomes, teacher confidence and whole-school consistency. Assistant Head G. Mason shares how this award-winning, inclusive writing programme has transformed teaching and learning, supporting every child to thrive as a writer.

Discover our first Illustrator Spotlight with award-winning illustrator Chris Mould, creator of the stunning edition of The Iron Man by Ted Hughes. A core text in Year 3 Ready Steady Write, this feature explores the power of illustrations to spark imagination, inspire reading for pleasure and support the primary writing curriculum.

High Legh Primary School shares how Ready Steady Phonics and Ready Steady Spell have transformed reading and spelling outcomes. With 100% of pupils passing the Year 1 Phonics Screening Check in 2025, their journey highlights the power of whole-school consistency, reduced teacher workload and research-driven, structured literacy programmes.

In this expert blog, Literacy Counts consultant Jessica Dolby shares key takeaways from the 2025 SATs papers and what they tell us about curriculum priorities. From the rising focus on inference and vocabulary to the importance of sentence accuracy and overlearning grammar, discover how high-quality teaching and carefully structured resources like Ready Steady Write, Ready Steady Spell and Ready Steady Read Together can help every child succeed – not just in tests, but as confident readers and writers.

DfE The Writing Framework July 2025: Aligned, Actionable, Ahead

After much anticipation, the DfE Writing Framework landed in early July.

Claire Belisari, our Head of Consultancy and Professional Development, has spent the past week going through the framework section by section. In our upcoming blog, she offers a clear, practical summary of what has changed and how it impacts classroom practice.

Discover how Banks Road Primary School is raising outcomes in reading, writing and spelling through a whole-school approach to literacy. This showcase highlights the impact of Ready Steady Write, including live teaching, pupil voice and early writing aligned with the new DfE Writing Framework (2025).

The NLT’s 2025 report highlights a drop in writing enjoyment. Discover how Ready Steady Write helps schools turn this around with real impact.

Discover the Impact of Evidence-Informed Literacy Teaching at Mill View
Our recent showcase at Mill View Primary School brought school leaders together to see Ready Steady Write, Ready Steady Spell and our brand-new Ready Steady Read Together shared reading resource in action. From confident pupil performances to powerful working walls, the event highlighted how a consistent, whole-school approach to literacy transforms outcomes – especially for disadvantaged learners. Featuring expert insights, classroom visits and real examples of progress, this literacy event was a celebration of high-quality teaching and purposeful curriculum design.

Discover how Ready Steady Write supports Year 1 pupils with key foundational and executive function skills, aligning with Ofsted priorities.

Discover how Barnton Community Nursery and Primary School transformed early reading outcomes with Ready Steady Phonics. From staff confidence to rising Phonics Screening Check scores, this School Spotlight showcases the power of high-quality training, consistent pedagogy and impactful resources.

Discover how Literacy Counts’ new Environmental Ready Steady Write PLUS+ units bring writing to life across the whole school. In this blog, our expert resource writers share the inspiration, pedagogy and creative thinking behind these exciting cross-curricular units.

Discover how AI can enhance teaching, reduce workload, and support all learners in primary writing. This CPD session from Literacy Counts explores ethical AI use, practical classroom strategies, and how tools like Ready Steady Write remain essential alongside new technologies.

Discover how Ready Steady Read Together transforms whole-class shared reading in KS1 & KS2 with expertly planned, inclusive comprehension lessons.

Discover how the EYFS team at Feniscowles Primary School transformed early writing outcomes using expert consultancy and a structured literacy approach. In this inspiring blog, explore how high-quality texts, immersive provision, and tools like Story Songs and Sentence Snake are building confident, joyful writers in Reception.