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Change description : 2026-09-21 14:13:00: Updated the ‘Eligible uses of the funding ‘ section of the ‘Funding for books and reading materials for secondary schools: guidance for schools’ attachment. [Guidance and regulation]

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Guidance

Funding for books and reading materials for secondary schools

Guidance setting out information for secondary schools on funding for books and reading materials, as part of the National Year of Reading 2026.

Applies to England

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The government is providing funding for secondary schools in England to purchase books and other reading materials to support reading enjoyment amongst their pupils.

This guidance is aimed at state-funded secondary schools in England. It sets out more information regarding this funding, including access, eligibility, timelines and further support.

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Published 15 September 2026
Last updated 21 September 2026 Show all updates
  1. Updated the 'Eligible uses of the funding ' section of the 'Funding for books and reading materials for secondary schools: guidance for schools' attachment.

  2. First published.

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Update history

2026-09-21 14:13
Updated the ‘Eligible uses of the funding ‘ section of the ‘Funding for books and reading materials for secondary schools: guidance for schools’ attachment.

2026-09-15 09:30
First published.