Literacy news
Literacy news covers the latest news from the media and other sources, as well as updates on NLT activity. The most recent headlines are listed below and you can browse archived news by moving through the page numbers at the bottom of the page.
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08Jun2011Fund to boost London child numeracy and literacy
Businesses in London have been asked to donate £3m to improve child numeracy and literacy skills in the capital.
Posted by Anna Jones
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08Jun2011Rich children "have superior vocabularies by age of five"
Study reveals 18-month gap in progress between five-year-olds from different socioeconomic backgrounds.
Posted by Anna Jones
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07Jun2011Julia Donaldson named as new children's laureate
The author of the Gruffalo was named as the new children's laureate at a celebratory event earlier today.
Posted by Anna Jones
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03Jun2011Last chance to book for Talk for Writing conference
Is writing on your school development plan for next year? Learn how to transform writing in your school with our Talk for Writing conferences with Pie Corbett this June. Book now to avoid disappointment!
Posted by Anna Jones
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31May2011National Literacy Trust research used to highlight literacy problems in London
The London Evening Standard has launched a campaign on literacy levels in the capital, using National Literacy Trust research to highlight the issue.
Posted by Anna Lindsay
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23May2011New national curriculum could reach into the home
A reformed national curriculum could reach beyond the school gates and help pupils to learn at home, the man leading the Government's review has revealed.
Posted by George Dugdale
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19May2011Digital divide starts in the early years.
A study has found that a “digital divide” in literacy starts from an early age.
Posted by Anna Lindsay
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17May2011Lord Boswell: Literacy is a moral issue
The minister formerly responsible for adult learning emphasises the importance of literacy.
Posted by Sam Brookes
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16May2011Failure to tackle poor literacy is threatening action on child poverty
A new National Literacy Trust report published today highlights the level of literacy need across the country and the gap in local response.
Posted by Anna Lindsay
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16May2011Reading for fun vital to excellence in English, states Ofsted report
Schools need to encourage pupils to read for fun to achieve outstanding standards in English, Ofsted said recently.
Posted by Anna Lindsay
