Early Reading Connects

Strengthening literacy development in the under fives

Early Reading Connects, funded by the DCSF, is a network of thousands of early years settings up and down the country that are all working to raise the profile of language and literacy, and to get families more involved.

The network brings together information, easy-to-access resources and great ideas to help settings. About Early Reading Connects

Getting started
Whether you're a childminder or a big early years setting, we have a step by step guide to help you start adopting Early Reading Connects

Blogs
February's best blog was from Kiddies Junction Day Nursery. Congratulations to Vicki and all the team, who won a Come Alive story resource from Yellow Door

Practical ideas
With over 3000 member settings we have a huge bank of practical ideas, by EYFS area. If you'd like to contribute a new idea, contact us

Resources
Following your feedback we have a three new story games to download.  There's also a new guide to our story resources for parents - enjoy!

Photo gallery
For quick inspiration, our photo gallery is perfect. This is just a tiny sample of some of the hundreds of case studies and ideas our members have contributed!

Case studies
Search our case studies by EYFS areas, location, or just browse through a wealth of experience. If you'd like a case study on your setting, contact us