SCHOOLS
Supporting children who are struggling to access learning due to low language and confidence.
Read, Play, Create works with primary schools to develop early language, communication and oracy - particularly for children who are starting school without the vocabulary and confidence they need.
Sessions are flexible and designed around the needs of your pupils, staff and setting.
Who this support is for:
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Children with low language on entry to Reception
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Pupils who struggle to express themselves verbally
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Children lacking confidence in speaking and participation
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SEND pupils who benefit from sensory, low-pressure approaches
School Readiness: Early Language & Oracy Programme
A structured small-group intervention designed to close early language gaps and prepare children for successful reading and writing
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Focuses on spoken language, vocabulary and communication
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Builds story structure, sequencing and oral confidence before writing
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Delivered as a targeted 4–6 week programme (4–6 pupils)
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Supports pupils working below age-related expectations or at risk of falling behind
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Designed to have clear impact on engagement and readiness for learning
Ideal for pupils who:
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have limited vocabulary or struggle to express ideas clearly
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find it difficult to organise thoughts or retell stories
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lack confidence in speaking or contributing in lessons
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are not yet ready to access writing with independence
This programme builds the language foundations children need before writing can succeed.
SEND 1:1 Literacy Support
Individualised support for pupils with additional needs
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Tailored 1:1 sessions
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Sensory, low-pressure approach
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Linked to EHCP targets where appropriate
Supports pupils who benefit from:
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sensory-led learning
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reduced pressure environments
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alternative approaches to literacy
KS1 Story Builders Workshop
A whole-class storytelling and oracy workshop designed to support talk before writing.
• Whole-class KS1 literacy workshops
• Rooted in high-quality children’s books
• Focused on oracy, storytelling and language development
Whole School Reading & Writing Support
A practical, whole-school approach to improving reading, writing and language through stronger foundations in oracy and vocabulary.
This support is designed for schools looking to strengthen their English provision and improve writing outcomes — particularly where pupils struggle with vocabulary, communication and expressing ideas clearly.
By focusing on the link between reading, talk and writing, this work helps build the foundations pupils need to become confident, capable writers.
What This Support Can Include:
• Review of current reading and writing provision
• Identifying gaps in language, vocabulary and writing outcomes
• Lesson visits focused on how talk supports writing
• Practical strategies to develop oracy across English lessons
• Support with planning to strengthen progression in writing
• Ideas to improve engagement and independence in writing
• Linking reading texts more effectively to writing outcomes
How It Works:
Support is flexible and tailored to your school’s needs.
This may include:
• Half-day or full-day visits
• Ongoing support across a half term or term
• Focus on a specific priority such as writing, oracy or early language
Designed to strengthen what is already in place — not replace it — with a clear focus on building the language foundations that underpin successful writing.
Supporting Parents To Build A Love Of Reading At Home Workshop
A practical parent workshop designed to support reading at home and build children’s language, confidence and love of books.
• Simple, realistic strategies parents can use straight away
• Live storytelling modelled for parents
• Includes take-home resources
Supports schools in strengthening:
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home reading habits
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parent confidence
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consistency between school and home
Impact and Outcomes:
Sessions are designed to support:
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increased vocabulary
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improved confidence in speaking
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stronger engagement with learning
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readiness for reading and writing
Looking to strengthen early language and communication in your setting?
Get in touch to discuss your pupils, priorities and how support can be tailored.