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We are a local charity whose aim is to support teachers in improving literacy standards across Norfolk.
We do this by providing trained volunteers to support children's reading on a one-to-one basis within Primary Schools. This is completely free of charge for schools.
Our volunteers are given an understanding of the importance of phonics in learning to read, in line with the emphasis placed on this in the New National Curriculum. This focus on phonics is particularly welcomed by teachers as it supports rather than conflicts with their class teaching.
Our charity was started in 2015 in response to increasing concern about reading standards across the county and the impact this has on future prospects. In the last few years we have trained over 600 volunteers and we are supporting more than 100 schools throughout the county.
We are a non-affiliated organisation whose sole aim is to improve children's reading skills and lifetime opportunities and inspire a joy of reading. Reg. charity no: 1176987. Our email is: info@thenorfolkreadingproject.co.uk
Please use the grey PORTAL button in the top right hand corner if you would like to find out about volunteering with us or contact us on volunteer@thenorfolkreadingproject.co.uk
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The Norfolk Reading Project in 6 simple steps…
WHAT IS IT?
We are a charity whose aim is to help all children learn to read by providing voluntary practical support in communities where it is needed most.
WHY IS IT NECESSARY?
Good literacy skills underpin all learning and success in later life but nationally many children leave school unable to read and write properly.
IT DOESN’T HAVE TO BE LIKE THIS
Here in Norfolk educational attainment is well below the national average. Together we can help to change this.
HOW WILL WE HELP?
We will provide trained DBS checked Reading Support Volunteers, who will regularly listen to children read on a one-to-one basis in schools.
WHERE AND WHEN?
During term time in a school near you!
HOW YOU CAN HELP
We need Reading Support Volunteers and also those with other skills to help organise and raise funds to support the charity.
Latest News
A Christmas Reading Tree
This is the beautiful TNRP tree decorated by pupils at Mile Cross Primary School demonstrating their creativity and love of stories. It formed part of the Norwich Christmas Tree festival which ran from December 3rd -15th in St Peter Mancroft Church, Norwich. Smith and Pinching has a close relationship with the school as their team regularly go in as reading support volunteers to help the children on their reading journey. Thank you to Smith and Pinching for sponsoring the tree and spreading the word about The Norfolk Reading Project.
Save The Dates for 2026
To celebrate the National Year of Reading, we will be running a few more events than usual.