Ready, Steady, Read
READY STEADY READ IS A CHILDREN'S READING WORKING ACROSS HULL AND EAST RIDING PRIMARY SCHOOLS. WE AIM TO HELP IMPROVE CHILDREN?S LITERACY, BOOST READING AGES AND DEVELOP A LIFELONG LOVE OF READING. WE CURRENTLY SUPPORT CHILDREN IN PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN HULL PROVIDING READING HELPERS, READING SPACES, BOOKS AND DEDICATED ONE-ON-ONE SUPPORT FOR CHILDREN WHO ARE FALLING BEHIND WITH THEIR READING.
Activities & Mission
READY STEADY READ IS A CHILDREN'S READING WORKING ACROSS HULL AND EAST RIDING PRIMARY SCHOOLS. WE AIM TO HELP IMPROVE CHILDREN?S LITERACY, BOOST READING AGES AND DEVELOP A LIFELONG LOVE OF READING. WE CURRENTLY SUPPORT CHILDREN IN PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN HULL PROVIDING READING HELPERS, READING SPACES, BOOKS AND DEDICATED ONE-ON-ONE SUPPORT FOR CHILDREN WHO ARE FALLING BEHIND WITH THEIR READING.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
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Financial Information
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £20,314 | £16,798 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2024 | £6,052 | £14,380 | 0 / 27 | |||
| 2023 | £8,340 | £14,767 | 0 / 21 | |||
| 2022 | £27,123 | £14,803 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2021 | £12,233 | £9,365 | 0 / 35 |
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Frequently asked questions about Ready, Steady, Read
What does Ready, Steady, Read do?
READY STEADY READ IS A CHILDREN'S READING WORKING ACROSS HULL AND EAST RIDING PRIMARY SCHOOLS. WE AIM TO HELP IMPROVE CHILDREN?S LITERACY, BOOST READING AGES AND DEVELOP A LIFELONG LOVE OF READING. WE CURRENTLY SUPPORT CHILDREN IN PRIMARY SCHOOLS IN HULL PROVIDING READING HELPERS, READING SPACES, BOOKS AND DEDICATED ONE-ON-ONE SUPPORT FOR CHILDREN WHO ARE FALLING BEHIND WITH THEIR READING.
How much income did Ready, Steady, Read report in 2025?
Ready, Steady, Read reported total income of £20k and reported expenditure of £17k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Ready, Steady, Read registered as a charity?
Ready, Steady, Read was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 October 2016 as charity number 1169572. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs Ready, Steady, Read?
Ready, Steady, Read is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is JOANNE WALKER. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Ready, Steady, Read operate?
Ready, Steady, Read operates across 2 areas: East Riding Of Yorkshire and Kingston Upon Hull City.
Is Ready, Steady, Read a registered charity?
Yes — Ready, Steady, Read is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1169572.
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