HFL Education are proud to present the Reading Fluency Showcase this November.
Drawing upon our experience of the hugely successful Reading Fluency Expo! Of 2022, we now bring you The Reading Fluency Showcase. This online exposition brings together some of the most prestigious names in the field of reading fluency instruction over the course of an afternoon. Together, we will explore the evidence-base surrounding reading fluency and share both ground-breaking research as well as curated, practical strategies for the primary and secondary classroom.
Drawing on almost a decade of experience in supporting hundreds of schools and thousands of pupils through the renowned Reading Fluency Project, we have pulled together an afternoon of insightful discussions, expert-led presentations, and practical workshops designed to deepen understanding and enhance classroom practice. This event will provide you with the latest research, proven instructional strategies, and real-world case studies to help unlock the potential of every reader in school. Whether you are new to fluency instruction or looking to refine your approach, the Reading Fluency Showcase promises to be an invaluable opportunity to learn from the very best in the field.
The showcase is presented by Kathy Roe. Kathy leads the Reading Fluency Project at HFL and is one of the key voices nationally on the topic of reading fluency instruction. She has authored blogs, articles and developed training and podcasts.
Keynote Speakers
Matt Goodfellow is an award-winning children’s poet whose powerful and emotional writing has captured the hearts of young readers and educators. His phenomenally successful verse novel The Final Year won the prestigious CLiPPA award in 2024. Matt is a passionate advocate for poetry in education. He works closely with schools, teachers, and literacy organisations to promote the vital role of poetry in developing literacy skills and emotional expression, cementing his place as one of the most influential voices in children's poetry today.
Christopher Such is a leading voice in evidence-based literacy education, known for his insightful research and practical contributions to reading fluency. As the author of The Art and Science of Teaching Primary Reading, he has played a crucial role in bridging the gap between academic research and classroom practice. Chris’ contributions have significantly shaped discussions around reading instruction in the UK and beyond.
Professor Tim Rasinski is widely regarded as the definitive voice in reading fluency instruction. His pioneering research has fundamentally shaped how fluency is understood and taught in classrooms worldwide. As professor emeritus of literacy education at Kent State University, his decades of scholarship have established fluency not just as a bridge between decoding and comprehension, but as a cornerstone of skilled reading itself.
Workshops
Delegates will have the opportunity to attend engaging workshops on a variety of different themes with guest workshop deliverers including:
Sarah Green: Sarah is a distinguished literacy expert with over 20 years of experience in education, specialising in improving literacy outcomes for students across various educational settings. Sarah currently works as Trust Director of Literacy for The Prospere Learning Trust in Manchester. She is also a former Literacy Content Specialist for The Education Endowment Foundation (EEF).
Outwood DFE English Hub: This nationally designated centre of excellence is dedicated to improving early reading and language development in primary schools across the north of England. They have engaged many schools in the HFL Reading Fluency Project and have achieved exceptional results.
Juliet McCullion: Juliet is a highly respected primary English teaching and learning adviser at HFL Education, recognised for her expertise in reading fluency instruction and disciplinary literacy.
Amanda Webb: Amanda is a dedicated English Teaching and Learning Adviser at HFL Education, and experienced teacher and leader, and specialises in early reading development.
Ben Godsal: Ben is the Secondary English Subject Lead at Unity Schools Partnership, where he plays a pivotal role in enhancing English education across the Trust's secondary schools.
Alex Bedford and Lauren Meadows: This duo of esteemed educators collaborated on Pupil Book Study: Reading, an invaluable resource in many schools nationally. Together, they have decades of experience in school and Trust leadership and have a proven track record of improving pupil outcomes through strategic planning, robust curricular and evidence-based approaches.
Chloe Butlin: Chloe is the Content Specialist for Literacy at the Education Endowment Foundation (EEF). In her role, she coordinates the development and maintenance of high-quality resources and tools related to the EEF's guidance reports and evidence summaries. She also gathers insights from educators to shape this content effectively. She has a particular interest in the role of literacy in addressing educational disparities linked to family income.
Learning Outcomes
- Understand the components of reading fluency and how these elements contribute to fluent reading.
- Implement evidence-based strategies to improve reading outcomes for learners.
- Professionally reflect on how best to support students to rediscover the joy of reading.
- Strengthen subject knowledge and skills.
Join us for an afternoon of inspiration, learning, and collaboration as we work together to improve reading fluency and literacy outcomes for all children.
- Event Type: Conference: Online