Welcome to The Centre for Literacy in Primary Education
The Centre for Literacy in Primary Education is a UK based children's literacy charity working with primary schools. Our work raises the achievement of children's reading and writing by helping schools to teach literacy creatively and effectively, putting quality children’s books at the heart of all learning. We offer courses at our literacy library in central London and deliver training in various regional locations as well as provide a wide range of free resources for Primary teachers.
Latest News
Watch Louise Johns-Shepherd, CLPE's Chief Executive, thanking all teachers and primary school staff
We are very sad to learn that the wonderful Margaret Meek passed away on the 4th May.
CLPE Resources
Corebooks helps primary schools choose the very best children’s literature for their school or classroom libraries
The Power of Reading supports schools in raising engagement and attainment in reading and writing for all pupils
Poetryline supports the teaching of poetry in primary schools with teaching resources and films from award winning poets
The Power of Pictures develops teachers understanding of how illustration can raise children’s achievement in literacy
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Upcoming Training
Supporting Transition - Foundation Stage to Key Stage 1
Tuesday, 2 June 2020 - 10:00am
Inspiring Writing - Years 3/4
Monday, 8 June 2020 - 10:00am
Developing Writing in the Early Years
Tuesday, 9 June 2020 - 10:00am
Planning the Curriculum Around a Quality Text - Years 5 and 6
Thursday, 11 June 2020 - 10:00am
Phonics in a Rich Reading Curriculum
Monday, 15 June 2020 - 10:00am