Read Easy Peterborough

What to expect

Read Easy is for anyone who struggles with their reading and would like to improve. Complete beginners are welcome, but so are those who struggle to read because of dyslexia or other difficulties.

Anyone can 'refer' a new reader, including the reader themselves. As long as the person wanting to learn to read knows about it they can be referred by anyone, such as a friend, relative, or an agency or community group. Just contact Chris on 07563 961 612 or [email protected].

When referred, the prospective reader will be assessed by a Read Easy expert to see how much, if anything, they can already read. They can then be paired with a coach and agree mutual times and place (usually a library - the map shows some of the locations where sessions are held once readers and coaches are paired up) for the teaching to take place.

Coaching is for half and hour, twice a week, for as long as it takes - from six months to two years. The coach is the same person every time and always exchanges a phone number where they can be contacted. They teach on a one-to-one basis, giving the reader and coach the chance to develop a bond.

The coach and reader usually meet just the two of them, but carers or other support people are always welcome.

Graduate readers have written how Read Easy has helped them, such as:

"Just thought I would let you know that I have finished the application form [for a new job position] and that’s the first time for a very long time that I’ve done it by myself.

Yes, I am very proud of myself and thank you so much for all your support and your help. If it was not for you I would not be where I am today."

More information

Read Easy Peterborough is an affiliate of Read Easy UK.

Volunteer

Read Easy Peterborough occasionally needs more volunteer coaches, or has other opportunities come up. Find out more by clicking here.

Read Easy is a charity. All sessions are completely free and are delivered by coaches, who are trained volunteers. All materials are provided.

Anita, a volunteer coach, talks about what Read Easy is like, and the learner readers who are ordinary people who can gain so much by improving their literacy!