19/04/2026
I recently ran a sponsored read event at a local primary academy and had this lovely review. I was excited to drop off all these lovely new books and I know the children are keen to explore all their new resources 📚
“At a time when many children are more interested in screens, some of our pupils were finding it difficult to engage consistently with reading for pleasure, and staff were keen to reignite excitement and motivation around books. Usborne really stood out thanks to the exceptional quality, variety and appeal of the books, which catered well to different ages, interests and reading abilities.
The Usborne Sponsored Read was a particular highlight: teachers appreciated how easy it was to run, while pupils loved the sense of purpose and achievement. We have ordered an exceptionally varied selection of books for children to enjoy and learn from. The initiative was also another means of strengthening the home–school reading link, with families becoming more involved and supportive. I would wholeheartedly recommend working with you to any school considering it, as your service is professional, supportive and genuinely driven by a passion for encouraging a lifelong love of reading, and the impact on pupils is clear and lasting. Overall, the experience has been extremely positive, and we would be very happy to work with you again in the future.”
*There was no cost to the school
