National Year of Reading - Autumn Term 2026 programme of activity
Autumn Term 2026 activity for the National Year of Reading has arrived! The final term of the National Year of Reading is here, and it’s not too late to Go All In. Focusing on the termly theme ‘in the community,’ the autumn term aims to take reading beyond teaching spaces to celebrate the vital roles that wider communities play in fostering a love of reading in young people.
What’s included?
- Free CPD webinars and resources
- Broadcast Go All In Together! events for children and young people
- In-person events and conferences across the UK
- Rewards and prizes for participation
Get involved
The free platform is flexible and easy to use, with content shaped to support your school or setting. You can pick and choose activities that suit your needs, as well as catch up on content – meaning you can start your journey at any time.
👉 If you’re already taking part, login in here and start exploring.
👉 If you’re new, sign up here today and join the 6,500+ schools and settings already working together to help every child and young person discover reading as a source of joy, agency, and opportunity.
👉 Download the Autumn Term 2026 calendar of activity here.
See the National Year of Reading website for more information.
About the National Year of Reading
In July 2025, the DfE announced the launch of a UK-wide National Year of Reading in 2026. The theme is Go All In – inspiring people across the nation to discover that whatever they are passionate about, there is a book for it.
Working with the National Literacy Trust and partners, there will be a year of events, practical resources, and expert support to make reading come alive in the classroom. The programme has dedicated support and resources for early years, primary, and secondary phases, all led by experts. Every half-term, individuals can join Go All In Together! live broadcast events featuring nationally renowned authors and celebrities, plus expert-led webinars and events. These resources support lessons and conversations around reading. This will help to bring reading to life, without adding to workload.
Stay informed:
- Register for updates on the National Year of Reading website
- Watch the National Literacy Trust video for each phase to find out more about the National Year of Reading: Overview, Early years, Primary, Secondary.