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Browse articles below to get inspired by our Reading Schools team and community.

Reading Schools in rural areas

Discover more about the Reading Schools experience in rural areas and with smaller learner and staff rolls.

Public libraries and Reading Schools Week

Reading Schools Week will take place on 16–20 November 2026. Find out more about how public libraries can get involved.

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Including your ELC setting in your Reading Schools journey

Discover some tips and suggestions for including your ELC Setting in your Reading Schools journey.

Reading Schools Week is born!

In February 2026, hundreds of schools across Scotland came together for five days of reading, creativity and fun.

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Reading Schools reaccreditation

This article offers supportive ideas and gentle reminders for recently accredited schools, helping your setting sustain its reading culture over the next three years...and beyond!

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Celebrating Literacy and Achievement in East Dunbartonshire

Inspiring pupils, teachers and communities in East Dunbartonshire

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Reading Schools visit the Isle of Lewis

Building connections between schools, libraries and communities in the Western Isles.

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Going for Gold

Ideas and inspiration for schools moving to Gold level accreditation of Reading Schools.

Reading Schools in rural areas

Discover more about the Reading Schools experience in rural areas and with smaller learner and staff rolls.