Read with June

3rd May 2026

Let June is delighted to be partnering with BBEST Community Hub CIC to support a reading initiative for children and young people across Birstall and Batley as part of the National Year of Reading 2026.

Working through BBEST’s established network of local schools, the project provided carefully curated book boxes designed to reach pupils who may otherwise have limited access to reading materials at home. Each participating school received a ready-made resource containing a selection of high-quality books, alongside a practical teacher guide
to support the delivery of a sustainable book swap scheme within their setting.

The books were thoughtfully selected from a curated reading list suitable for Key Stage 2 pupils, ensuring a broad range of engaging, age-appropriate titles that promote enjoyment, curiosity and confidence in reading. The book swap model enables children to regularly exchange books, helping to maximise access while fostering a sense of ownership and excitement around reading.

Feedback from schools has been overwhelmingly positive, with teachers highlighting increased engagement, enthusiasm, and a renewed interest in reading among pupils. The structured approach has also supported schools to embed reading for pleasure in a simple, accessible and sustainable way.

Trustee Graham said “At Let June, we are passionate about creating opportunities for children and young people to thrive. We are proud to have supported this initiative, which not only provides access to books but encourages a lasting love of reading. Working in partnership with BBEST has ensured that support reaches those who need it most, in a
way that is both meaningful and sustainable.”

Nichola Winn from BBEST said “We wanted to create something that was not only impactful, but sustainable for schools. By providing curated book boxes and a simple book swap model, we’ve been able to support more children to access and enjoy books in a way that fits easily into school life. We are incredibly grateful to Let June for making this possible.”