Intergenerational Reading group at a local primary school
Summary
A local primary school in Sandfields, Port Talbot was experiencing challenges in improving literacy rates among its pupils and approached the Ageing Well Engagement Officer to explore opportunities for collaborative working. In response, the officer engaged with older adults of the local community to identify volunteers who would be willing to support children’s reading activities.
Over the past two years, 3 volunteers have regularly attended the school to read with pupils, providing valuable one-to-one support and helping to build children’s confidence and literacy skills. The initiative has been highly successful, resulting in positive outcomes for both the pupils and the volunteers involved.
Due to the success of the programme, the school has expressed a desire to recruit additional volunteers to expand the scheme across all year groups. This project is an excellent example of community contribution, empowerment, and intergenerational working, demonstrating how older adults can play a meaningful role in supporting educational outcomes while fostering stronger community connections.
Key facts
Main target group: Both younger and older people (i.e. intergenerational)
Other target group(s): n/a
Sector(s): Education
Desired outcome for older people:
Contribute
- Intergenerational activities
- Inclusion
- Participation
Contact details
Name: GARNELL, DANIEL
Email address: d.garnell@npt.gov.uk
Preferred language(s): english