Read&Write Impact Study
Glasgow City Council
Results from a Read&Write research report show how the tool is changing literacy support and creating more equitable learning experiences across Glasgow schools.
88% of students
stated Read&Write improved their ability to read, write and understand in class.
80%
Increase in writing confidence
77.8%
Boost in reading fluency
78%
Increase in reading confidence
As a result of the pilot, Read&Write now supports over 71,000 students in Glasgow with:
Literacy support
Provided immediate access to dictionary definitions, pronunciation guides, and word banks, which was helpful for independent vocabulary building and learner agency.
- Reading
- Writing
- Comprehension
75%
Learners rated Read&Write 3 or higher (out of 5) as effective in helping them to read and write better.
The children have found it so helpful with their and writing and allowing them to become more independent in their tasks. I am glad we took part in the trial."
Learner engagement
Positively impacted student engagement and independence.
- Ownership
- Confidence
- Motivation
44.5%
Improvement in learner's attention and persistence to remain focused on reading and writing activities
Those that used the app were happy to do so and were more motivated than if they’d been asked to write in a jotter."
Removing barriers to learner
Read&Write removed the barriers to learning for students with challenges and reduced the stigma. Enabled teachers to meet the needs of the full range of learner variance in the classroom.
- Reading
- Writing
- Comprehension
100%
Effective for supporting my child's learning challenge. Included parents of EAL and ASN pupils.
It helps me to join in any activities that involve reading and writing."
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