New Classroom Strategies for Closing the Literacy Gap in Different Settings.
Thursday, May 7, 2026 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM · 30 min. (Europe/London)
School Improvement Theatre
Presentation
Leadership
Information
We will share our recent experiences in delivering support for struggling readers aged 9-15. Our research indicates:
• There are just three main causes of persistent reading frustration.
• Two of those have almost instant and cost-free fixes.
• New approaches can deliver progress with the third issue more efficiently.
Effective solutions for this group leads to better whole school outcomes and lower stress for every teacher.
Speakers

David Morgan
Literacy Researcher and AuthorAll Aboard Learning
Kerry Williams
Assistant HeadAldersley High School
Henrietta Breen
Literacy SpecialistThe Village Federation
Louise Mitchell
Assistant Headteacher, Semi-formal Lead, Pupil Premium and LAC LeadRocklands School
Emma Lakin
Head Teahcer and Phonics LeadWhitfield Valley Primary Academy
Nikki Gray
Literacy and Communication Lead TeacherForeland Fields School
Penny Davies
Deputy HeadSwingate Primary School