ARCh (Assisted Reading for Children in Oxfordshire)

01869 320380

ARCh aims for a county of literate children, confident for life.

ARCh (Assisted Reading for Children) is a registered charity which recruits, trains and supports volunteers from the local community to work with children in a primary school on a 1:1 basis, twice a week for the whole academic year, to impart a love of books and reading and developing a valuable mentoring relationship.

Why the community needs us

Even in a prosperous area like Oxfordshire there are many children who have trouble reading. Some have lost confidence because they have fallen behind. Some are shy and don't communicate well. Some have missed out on the development of vital skills in early childhood. Some have difficulty concentrating. Some don't speak English at home. Some just need a boost to help them catch up. The children are chosen by their teachers as the ones most in need of help.

Our impact on the community

We ask all schools to complete an evaluation of our service. Of the children we work with 99% improve in confidence in reading, 95% in attitude to reading, 93% improve in self confidence and 92% improve in overall achievement. There are also reported improvements in communication with adults and peers, ability to listen and concentrate and in attendance.

Volunteers needed

Reading helpers for primary school children 3 hours a week

What your gift could provide

£10

Pays for a book or game to make reading fun

£20

Pays for a game and 2 books to engage a reluctant reader

£300

Buys a new box of books and games to be used by one of our volunteers

Fundraise for us!

Charity Information

ARCh (Assisted Reading for Children in Oxfordshire)

Telephone: 01869 320380

Address: Suite E, Gobles Court, Bicester, Oxfordshire, OX26 6AA

Established in: 2008

Registered charity no.: 1146276