Success stories

What have we achieved so far?

Since our foundation in 1993, literacy levels have increased by 24%, with 80% of 11-year-olds reaching the stage expected for their age group in 2009, compared with only 56% in 1995. Yet, as demands on literacy skills are rapidly increasing, there is still much to do to reach those people who are in most need of literacy support.

National Young Readers' Programme successes:

• 31Aug2011
  Our reading project reaches over 8000 children in disadvantaged communities

  Our Young Readers Programme helps children and young people in areas of disadvantage to acquire the skills they need to develop as a reader. This year we've reached over 8000 children.

• 03Feb2010
  Starbucks volunteers are making a difference in local communities

  Starbucks staff regularly volunteer at our National Young Readers' Programme events, as part of the company's partnership with us.

• 06Jan2009
  Starbucks five year partnership

  We're delighted that Starbucks have committed to work with us from 2008-13.