Improving literacy and learning outcomes across Midlothian Council

From primary to secondary and special education, Read&Write supports over 14,000 students across 39 schools, boosting literacy, confidence, and independence for neurodivergent, multilingual, and diverse learners.

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Improved student confidence, independence, literacy, and attainment

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Make teaching more efficient, giving teachers more time to focus on what matters

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Reduced stigma around support tools and differentiated learning

Read&Write is available across the Midlothian region in 38 different classrooms, from primary to secondary schools

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Helping everyone
involved in learning

Whether you're leading a school, teaching students, or supporting a child at home, Read&Write makes learning more accessible. It helps make learning more engaging and empowering for all.

Our tools are helping people, just like you…

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Educational leaders

  • Drive inclusion at scale with simple implementation
  • Empower students, drive engagement and improve literacy outcomes
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Teachers

  • Support diverse needs without slowing down teaching
  • Meets students where they are with tailored support for everyone
  • Reduce stigma and build student confidence
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Parents and carers

  • Help students feel empowered, confident and independent
  • See them progress in reading and writing and completing work successfully, both in school and at home

Supporting student needs starts with understanding the barriers

Today’s classrooms are more diverse than ever. Investing in assistive technology is more than just buying tools. It’s about shaping a better future where every student has the chance to succeed.

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1 in 10 students has dyslexia. This brings challenges with reading and writing and leads to low self-esteem.

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37% of people in the UK say they would have liked technology at school to support reading, writing, and comprehension.

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15–20% of people are neurodivergent. That means 1 in 5 have conditions like ADHD, autism, or dyslexia.

Different learners require different support

Students process information in different ways, especially those who are neurodivergent. Recognising this helps educators provide the right support.

Literacy struggles can reduce participation

Difficulties with reading and writing often lead to frustration and low confidence. When students feel anxious about making mistakes, it can hold them back.

Limited access to technology hinders skills development

Without proper access to assistive tools, students miss out on opportunities to overcome challenges in reading, writing, and comprehension.

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The Read&Write difference

Read&Write is literacy support software that helps every student engage with reading, writing, and learning at their own pace and level. Features like Text-to-Speech, Co:Writer Prediction, Text & Pictionary Dictionaries, and Check It remove everyday barriers to literacy. Students can work more independently and build skills.

Midlothian Schools have noticed a significant difference: 

  • 90% of students and educators are now using the tool 
  • 7% increase in literacy levels at Newbattle High School since Read&Write was introduced
  • 90% reduction in requests for assistive technology across Midlothian Council, thanks to Read&Write meeting learner needs

Student impact

Creating confident, independent learners

Students in Midlothian schools benefit from accessible tools that support a range of learning needs, including dyslexia. These tools help students work more independently and with greater confidence. They’re essential for some, but beneficial for all. Features that support this include:

  • Screen Masking
  • Text-to-Speech
  • Talk&Type

Creating confident, independent learners

Students in Midlothian schools benefit from accessible tools that support a range of learning needs, including dyslexia. These tools help students work more independently and with greater confidence. They’re essential for some, but beneficial for all. Features that support this include:

  • Screen Masking
  • Text-to-Speech
  • Talk&Type

Educator impact

Meet diverse learning needs and save time

At St David’s High School, Read&Write has transformed teaching by reducing the need for one-on-one support. Teachers can focus more on delivering quality instruction. Students access tools on their own, which helps meet diverse learning needs and saves time. Features include:

  • Text-to-Speech
  • Talk&Type
  • Vocabulary List

Meet diverse learning needs and save time

At St David’s High School, Read&Write has transformed teaching by reducing the need for one-on-one support. Teachers can focus more on delivering quality instruction. Students access tools on their own, which helps meet diverse learning needs and saves time. Features include:

  • Text-to-Speech
  • Talk&Type
  • Vocabulary List

Book a chat with our team

Let’s talk about what’s possible for your students or classroom. 

Fill out the form and we’ll be in touch soon.

We’ll arrange a time to talk and discuss your needs. 

We can discuss what worked for Midlothian Council and how it could work for your school and students.

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Gustavo Ebermann
UK Business Development Director