A Storybook Success: Dartmouth pupils share the love of reading during National Storytelling Week

Dartmouth Academy celebrates National Storytelling Week with heart-warming reading sessions. 

In celebration of National Storytelling Week, pupils from Year 1 to Year 4 at Dartmouth Academy, part of Education South West, had the wonderful opportunity to share stories with younger visitors from Humpty Dumpty Nursery.  

Dartmouth Academy pupils sharing their love of reading with younger visitors 

This heart-warming experience not only allowed the Dartmouth pupils to showcase their impressive reading skills but also helped build connections with the next generation of readers.

National Storytelling Week serves as a reminder of how important it is to nurture a love of reading from a young age. Research from the National Literacy Trust  highlights that children who read for just 20 minutes a day at home significantly improve their vocabulary, comprehension, and academic success. 

The school would also like to say a special thank you to the Dartmouth Rotary volunteer readers, who have consistently supported pupils by reading with them each day. Their contribution plays an invaluable role in developing young people’s reading skills and creating a supportive school community.

Dartmouth Academy pupils sharing their love of reading with younger visitors 

Jennifer Tierney, Primary Principal at Dartmouth Academy, said: "We believe in the power of books to inspire creativity, critical thinking, and a lifelong love of reading. This event was the perfect way for our pupils to pass on the magic of stories to younger children, while developing their own skills.

"It was truly rewarding to see our pupils share their passion for reading and help others discover the joy of books."

Education South West Deputy CEO Rob Coles said: "At Education South West we are committed to empowering young people with the skills and mindset to succeed both academically and personally. National Storytelling Week has been a fantastic opportunity for our schools to come together, celebrate the joy of reading, and inspire the next generation of storytellers."