Last week students at Oathall were treated to a visit from local author Bruce Abercromby. The English faculty arranged the visit to inspire and encourage reading for pleasure. The visit is one of many initiatives aimed at promoting reading amongst students. Research has shown that a passion for reading is important for educational and personal development. Promoting reading can have a major impact on young people and their future.
The visit included a lunch with Oathall reading buddies and an assembly with year 8 students. Reading buddies are students in year 9 & 10 who mentor students in Y7. They read to and with them at tutor time showing students that reading is an enriching and pleasurable experience and a lifelong skill.
