Royton Hall Primary School, St Martin’s Primary School, and Greenfield Primary School achieved the highest participation rates among 92 schools across Oldham. Representatives from Oldham Libraries and partner Kajima visited each school to present book tokens, acknowledging the pupils' dedication to reading.
Kajima has sponsored the Summer Reading Challenge for the sixth consecutive year, aiming to cultivate a lifelong love of books in Oldham's children. The initiative underscores the vital role of partnerships between schools, libraries, and local organisations in enhancing children's literacy, building reading confidence, and making reading an engaging and rewarding experience.
“"It’s fantastic to see so many children across Oldham getting involved in this year’s Summer Reading Challenge. Reading helps children build confidence, develop their imaginations and discover a lifelong love of books. We’re delighted to recognise Royton Hall Primary, St Martin’s Primary and Greenfield Primary for their fantastic participation, and we’re incredibly grateful to Kajima for sponsoring the challenge and helping us celebrate the children’s achievements."
Oldham Libraries also extended thanks to all participating schools for their support and enthusiasm in contributing to the challenge's success. The library service offers free access to books, engaging activities, and reading and writing groups to help children develop a passion for reading.
