There can be few things as powerful as regularly reading to a young child. It has astonishing benefits for children: comfort and reassurance, confidence and security, relaxation, happiness and fun.
We know from research all over the world that children who read widely and often and who have plenty of books or magazines to read do better at school than children who don’t have books and magazines.
We know that with the help of parents, children will improve even further. This section of our website is specifically focussed on offering parents and carers support around reading.
Promoting a love for reading is paramount. There are many different ways this can be done from an early age:
At Beaumont Lodge Primary School, there are many ways in which we promote reading. Have a look at the page below to keep up to date with some of the books being shared and events linked to reading.
Reading with your child helps set them up nicely for school. For tips & activities they’ll love, search Hungry Little Minds. To access Hungry Little Minds, click on the link below.