This is an opportunity to participate in a research project exploring children's reading motivation and engagement which I am conducting as part of my Doctorate in Education at the Institute of Education, University College London.
* Contact amy.lock.20@ucl.ac.uk if interested *
The aim of the study is to explore Key Stage 2 children's views about their reading motivation and engagement, giving voice to children's lived experiences of reading and informing more effective strategies to foster a lifelong love of reading. Alongside
this, the research aims to explore whether there are any variations in children's views across gender or reading ability.
What participation involves:
This research would involve one or more KS2 classes - ideally Year 4 or 5 but I can be flexible with this.
Parents/ carers would need to complete a consent form either electronically or as a paper copy
Children would then complete a short questionnaire administered by the class teacher (or if preferred, I could arrange to come into school to administer this). This will take approx 20 minutes.
A small number of children (approximately 6 from each class) would then be invited to take part in a short interview. I would come into school to conduct these interviews in person. Each interview would last approximately 20 minutes.
All data collected will be anonymised or pseudonymns used, and full ethical approval has been obtained through University College London.
When would this take place:
I am looking to start data collection from January 2026 to July 2026. Ideally, the questionnaire and interviews would take place within the same half-term.
About me:
I am a qualified primary school teacher, currently working for an educational charity based in Bradford. I have a wealth of experience working with KS2 children and hold a DBS certificate that is on the update service - details and number can be provided
for school checks. I live nearby, in Rawdon.
Benefits to Your School:
I will provide a summary of findings, tailored to your school
The opportunity to be part of a wider network of schools contributing to practical educational research.
I am also happy to deliver a short workshop with staff sharing the surrounding research in this area and practical strategies and reflections.