The national initiative aims to help children grow their love of reading by giving them different book options, usually a book of interest.
The primary school was able to buy over 150 books for the initiative after Redrow gifted £1,000 from its Hartford Community Fund, a voluntary scheme linked to the homes at Redrow Hartford.
Matthew Harris, reading and English lead at Hartford Primary School said: “The school is always wanting to update the reading books available to the children, so the donation has meant we have been able to allow each year group to choose the latest blockbuster titles appropriate for their age.
“Our teachers spoke to the children to ask what books they wanted so we could make sure we bought books they’d want to read. It’s been really well received.”
The children will use these books during their guided reading sessions and the school, located on Riddings Lane, also has a library system to allow the children to take books home.
Matthew continues: “Thanks to the money we have received from Redrow, the excitement about reading in Hartford Primary has been greater than ever. The children have been really involved in this project, which means they have more ownership and responsibility over their material and commitment to it.”
Area sales manager for Redrow North West, Caroline Thompson-Jones said: “’Reading for Pleasure’ is a great initiative to get more children to reap the benefits of reading. It will allow children to widen their imaginations and read books that otherwise they may not have had access to. We’re really happy we could help Hartford Primary School to start the ball rolling with this programme.”
For more information call the sales team at Redrow Hartford on 01606 369800.
