About
Read With Me provide one-to-one support in primary schools across Gloucestershire, to help every child learn to read well before they go to secondary school enabling them to fully partake in education ...
Reading volunteers
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Summary
We are looking for volunteers to hear children read across all age groups at The Altus SchoolDetailed description
Read With Me is a Gloucestershire organisation, which was set up to ensure that in the future every child will move to secondary school able to read well.
Children who are unable to read properly at 7 never really catch up. These children do less well at school, and have reduced employment choices and earning opportunities.
Every year 200,000 children will leave primary school unable to read well
1 in 4 five years olds struggle with basic vocabulary
96% of primary school teachers are concerned about pupil’s speech and language
Children who can’t read can’t take advantage of their education or play a full part in society.
The Altus School is an alternative provision for children in Gloucestershire from Year 1 through to Year 6 who have been, or are at risk of, permanent exclusion from mainstream schools. They aim to ensure that the children are equipped with the skills and qualifications to move into the next stage of their education journey including getting them back into mainstream schools where possible.
Our volunteers hear each child read once or twice a week for 10/15 minutes which helps improve communication and social skills and confidence. They will work closely with the children and provide them with one-to-one support that could make a real difference for them.
Full training and support is provided.
What we will provide to volunteers
🤝 Extra supportAbout Read With Me
Our volunteers hear children read once or twice a week for 10/15 minutes and this creates discussion and this in turn improves social and communication skills and builds confidence.
We provide training and support for all our volunteers and equip you with the resources needed, such as pens, notebooks and the much wanted reward stickers for the children.