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Not every struggling reader is struggling for the same reason. 📚

Identifying whether the difficulty lies with decoding, language or meaning can help schools put the right support in place.

Explore our literacy resources: bit.ly/4iFo5LC
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Celebrating diverse books, voices and stories that make a difference. 📚💙

Our Content Team had a wonderful evening at the 2026 Diverse Book Awards, where we were proud to sponsor the Malorie Blackman Impact Award.

Read more: bit.ly/4iMbtlD
Two people stand next to a banner for "The Diverse Book Awards," which celebrates diverse books by British and Irish authors. They are indoors, on a checkered floor.
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Nov 11
Literacy doesn’t stop when the school day ends. 📚

How can schools build stronger bridges between reading at school and at home?

Discover six principles schools and families can act on to support reading for pleasure 👇

bit.ly/4BV1PEz
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Nov 11
Knowing what works doesn’t always mean having the time to do it. 📚

Timetables and competing curriculum priorities can make consistent reading time difficult to protect.

What can schools do?

🔗 Explore the barriers: bit.ly/4sITqzQ

#GetLiteracyRight
A person attentively reads a book titled "Daz 4 Zoe" by Robert Swindells in a classroom setting. Text on the image reads: "Schools know what can make a difference, but finding the time is hard. What does the research tell us?" A logo in the corner says "Get Literacy Right.A person reads a book with a focused expression. Text on the image highlights key statistics: 91% were aware of evidence supporting 15 minutes of daily reading, and 82% were confident their school could support struggling readers. Source: Renaissance Between the Lines research, 1,013 UK teachers.
A person in a library stands near bookshelves labeled "Fiction". They are holding a book. Text on the image reads: "Knowing what works doesn’t always mean having the time to do it. Less than half of schools had 15 minutes or more of dedicated reading time. 28% of secondary schools did." A footer reads: "The challenge isn’t necessarily knowing that reading matters. It’s creating the time and consistency to make it happen.A student in a school uniform reads a magazine titled "Racism" while sitting on a sofa in a library. To the right, there are statistics: "71% cited timetable constraints as a barrier" and "53% pointed to competing curriculum priorities." The source is "Renaissance Between the Lines research, 1,013 UK teachers.
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Nov 11
Congratulations to our September #ARinAction winner,@knockloughrim! 🎉🏆

An incredible 20 Accelerated Reader quizzes per student during September! 📚👏

They'll receive a pack of AR titles, kindly sponsored by @HouseLaburnum

#AcceleratedReader
A graphic announcing the winner of the September Accelerated Reader Monthly Competition. The text reads: "And the winner of our September Accelerated Reader Monthly Competition is... Knockloughrim Primary School. Highest average quiz per student, with 20 quizzes per student in September!" The bottom includes a thank you to Laburnum House for support, along with their logo featuring a tree.
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Nov 11
On Remembrance Day, we join communities across the UK in remembering those who served and sacrificed. ❤️

Today, we pause and remember.

#RemembranceDay #LestWeForget
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Nov 10
It’s Non-Fiction November! 📚

The school with the highest % of non-fiction Accelerated Reader quizzes taken this November will win a selection of non-fiction books, thanks to Ruby Tuesday Books. 🏆

Get reading and quizzing!

📋 T&Cs: bit.ly/4ccqQjO

#NonFictionNovember
The image promotes a November competition by Renaissance Accelerated Reader, in partnership with Ruby Tuesday Books, encouraging participants to read the most non-fiction. It features text about the competition, logos for Renaissance Accelerated Reader and Ruby Tuesday Books, books, and phrases highlighting the National Year of Reading and 40 Years of AR.
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Nov 10
Schools know what works. But do they have the time to make it happen?

71% of teachers cited timetable constraints as a barrier to dedicated reading time.

Explore what could be getting in the way of literacy success. 📚

🔗 bit.ly/4sITqzQ
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Nov 10
Every voice should have a way into the conversation. 💬

With oracy set to be hardwired into the revised National Curriculum, how can we ensure every pupil has opportunities to participate and be heard?

🔗 Read the speech: bit.ly/3UljCE8

#Oracy #Inclusion
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Nov 9
Reading engagement remains a challenge. 📚

What could be getting in the way of literacy success in schools, and how can leaders respond?

We explore the challenges and what schools can do next.

🔗 Read the blog: bit.ly/4sITqzQ

#GetLiteracyRight #Literacy
A person is reading a large illustrated book at a desk. The image features text: "Reading engagement remains a challenge. What does the latest research tell us?" The logos for Get Literacy Right and an icon of a rocket are also present.A National Literacy Trust graphic displays statistics. "36.1% of children and young people said they enjoyed reading in their free time." Below, "20.3% of 8 to 18-year-olds said they read daily." A note at the bottom states both measures increased in 2026 after several years of decline, with the long-term picture remaining challenging. The National Literacy Trust logo is in the bottom right corner.
A black background with white text showing statistics about reading habits. The first statistic states "49.8% of children and young people who enjoyed reading read daily." Below, "VS" is written in large letters. The second statistic states "4.5% of those who didn't enjoy reading." At the bottom, there's a message about the importance of creating positive reading experiences. The "National Literacy Trust" logo is in the lower right corner, and the source is cited as "National Literacy Trust, 2026.The image is an infographic with statistics: "10.3% of children and young people aged 5 to 18 did not have a book of their own in 2025." "15.7% of 8 to 18-year-olds receiving free school meals." "vs 9% of those not receiving free school meals." It includes the National Literacy Trust logo and indicates the source as National Literacy Trust, 2026.
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Renaissance UK & Ireland
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Nov 9
Only 20.3% of 8 to 18-year-olds now read daily in their free time.

Literacy success isn’t only about whether learners can read. It’s also about whether they develop regular reading habits. 📚

Explore What Kids Are Reading: bit.ly/43WFw1z
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Nov 8
Wishing a very happy Diwali to everyone celebrating. ✨

May the Festival of Lights bring joy and togetherness to you and your loved ones.

Happy Diwali from Renaissance!

#HappyDiwali
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Nov 6
What’s getting in the way of literacy success in your school? 📚

Introducing Get Literacy Right, our new series exploring the barriers schools face and practical strategies to help every learner progress.

🔗 Explore the content hub: bit.ly/4BOmYQP

#GetLiteracyRight
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Oct 22
What happens when the right literacy tools come together? 📚

At Scoil Bhríde, Accelerated Reader, Star Reading and myON have helped students dramatically increase their reading time.

Discover how we can support your literacy strategy 👇
bit.ly/4s2mh1Q
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Oct 27
What happens when every pupil gets the chance to have their say? 💬

See how Maritime Academy Trust is using Nearpod to amplify every voice.

👉 Read the success story: bit.ly/4hMeD6X

#Nearpod #PupilVoice
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Nov 5
Earlier identification. Earlier support. Better opportunities to learn. 💬

80 more Oxfordshire primary schools are joining 40+ schools already benefiting from WellComm to support speech, language and communication.

🔗 Read the story: bit.ly/4ifFzgV
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Nov 3
We’re heading to the BRILLIANT Festival in Liverpool on 10 November! 🙌

Come and meet the Renaissance & GL Education team at Stand C24. 👋

🔗 Find out more: bit.ly/3W6e2WH

#BRILLIANTFestival #Education
A bustling exhibition center with people attending the BRILLIANT Festival. Signs indicate the event's focus on the evolution of education for future work. Scheduled for 10th November 2026, it will take place at the Exhibition Centre in Liverpool. Logos for Renaissance, GL Assessment, and Brilliant are visible. There's an invitation to visit stand number C24.
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Nov 2
Reading starts the conversation. 📚💬

As the focus on oracy grows, how can reading, writing, speaking and listening strengthen one another?

Rich texts can spark questioning, discussion, debate and reflection.

🔗 Read more about the announcement: bit.ly/3UljCE8
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Oct 30
Halloween Reading Bingo! 🎃📚

Pick a square, choose your next read and see if you can get BINGO!

We've included 9 Accelerated Reader titles across LY, MY and UY for some spooky reading inspiration. 👻

📚 Lower Years (LY)
• The Ghostly Surprise - Pip Bird
• Kevin the Vampire: er - Matt Brown
• Super Spooked - Gina Bellisario

📚 Middle Years (MY)
• Gloam - Jack Mackay
• Mallory Vayle and the Maggoty Skull in the Beast from Beneath - Martin Howard
• Seeds of Doom - PJ Kilburn

📚 Upper Years (UY)
• No Place Left to Hide - Megan Lally
• Not Quite Dead Yet - Holly Jackson
• Thirst - Darren Simpson

Which square are you starting with? 👻

#Halloween #Bingo #Reading #AcceleratedReader
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Oct 30
Halloween Reading Bingo! 🎃📚

Pick a square, choose your next read and see if you can get BINGO!

We've included 9 Accelerated Reader titles across LY, MY and UY for some spooky reading inspiration. 👻

#Halloween #Bingo #AcceleratedReader
Halloween-themed bingo card with an orange grid on a black background. Each square suggests a spooky reading activity, such as "Read a mystery" and "Read a ghost story." Decorative elements include a ghost, spiders, and a spider web.A Halloween-themed bingo card featuring nine horror book covers with spooky illustrations, including titles by Ellie Ultra and Holly Jackson. The background is black with spider web and spider graphics.
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