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RESOURCES FOR SCHOOL LIBRARIES

The following literacy charities provide a range of resources, training and support:

School Library Association

The School Library Association provide training and access to resources to support the running of school libraries and the continuing development of all staff, as well as advocating for and allowing other educational staff to maximise their understanding and use of school libraries.

National Literary Trust

National Literary Trust is an independent charity working with schools and communities to give disadvantaged children the literacy skills to succeed in life. They offer evidence-based resources, research, training, programmes and National Literacy Trust Membership.

CILIP

CILIP is the U.K.’s library and information association.  They work to improve services, develop members’ expertise and champion the sector.

Reading Agency

Reading Agency is a charity registered in England and Wales which promotes the benefits of reading among children and adults in U.K., working with partners including public libraries, colleges and prisons.

BookTrust

BookTrust is a U.K. charity dedicated to getting children reading. They work through every local authority, via children’s centres, schools, libraries and health professionals, to reach the families who need them most.

The Association of Senior Children's and Education Librarians

The Association of Senior Children’s and Education Librarians (ASCEL) works to promote the value of public and schools’ library services for children and young people.