For UK Primary Schools

School Author Visits
that make reading matter

High-energy sessions that inspire reluctant readers, build confidence, and leave every pupil with the "Think → Try → Explain" loop they'll actually use. Enhanced DBS checked.

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✓ Enhanced DBS Checked ✓ Staff Present Throughout ✓ GDPR Aware ✓ Inclusive by Design ✓ Clear Safeguarding Protocols
The Value

What your school gets

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Reading Engagement

Reluctant readers find a way in through humour, adventure, and a hero who's not perfect — just determined.

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Confidence Boost

Interactive storytelling and Q&A that gives every child — quiet or chaotic — a safe moment to shine.

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STEM Curiosity

Live demonstrations that deliver genuine "why does that work?" moments without a worksheet in sight.

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Oracy Framework

The Think→Try→Explain loop gives pupils a language for articulating ideas they can use in any subject.

Options & Pricing

Choose the right visit for your school

All prices are pilot rates for 2026. For cluster bookings or nearby schools, ask about reduced rates.

Option B
Class Reading Hour
£50 / 1 hour
  • Interactive read-aloud + discussion
  • "Think / Try / Explain" activity
  • Great for single class or Y-group rotation
Option C
Half Day
On request
  • Assembly + 2 workshops (typical)
  • Perfect for World Book Day & enrichment
  • Multi-school cluster discounts
Local school offer: For schools within easy reach or multi-school cluster days, a reduced rate may be available — just ask when you enquire.
What Pupils Experience

In the classroom

  • Humorous, participative storytelling from the Space Ranger Fred books
  • Safe, portable STEM demos that create genuine curiosity (not just noise)
  • Structured confidence-building: pupils articulate ideas in their own words
  • A positive message about mistakes — trying, learning, improving is the whole point
Practical Requirements

Low-fuss setup

  • School staff present at all times (school leads behaviour and safeguarding)
  • Projector/screen + whiteboard or flip chart (ideal)
  • Microphone helpful for large assemblies
  • Pre-orders make book signing smoother (card payments available on the day)
  • Clear instructions, visual supports, flexible outputs — inclusive by design
Safeguarding

Your school's safety is paramount

🛡️ Enhanced DBS (UK) — certificate available on request
👩‍🏫 Teacher/TA present in every session at all times
📋 Clear protocols for disclosures, medical incidents & disruption
🔒 No pupil personal data collected, stored or retained
Ready to Book?

Let's bring stories to your school

When you enquire, it helps to include: preferred dates, year groups, expected pupil numbers, and whether you'd like an assembly, workshops, or both.

Book via the Form ✉️ Email Matt 📞 07826 563 842