Too Many Children Are Falling Behind
When a child struggles to read, every subject becomes harder.
Without early intervention, literacy difficulties can affect confidence, wellbeing, school engagement and future opportunities.
Schools are seeing increasing numbers of students who require targeted support—but often don't have the resources to provide intensive one-on-one intervention.
We exist to bridge that gap.
What is our Literacy Program?
Evidence-based literacy intervention that works.
Our program provides personalised literacy support for primary students identified as requiring additional intervention.
Delivered by trained literacy instructors and volunteers, our lessons are:
✔ Structured and systematic
✔ Explicit and sequential
✔ Individualised for every student
✔ Aligned with the Science of Reading
✔ Designed to build confidence alongside reading skills
Using proven structured literacy approaches, we help students develop the foundations they need to become successful readers.
How it works
1. Assess
Students’ complete literacy assessments to identify their starting point.
2. Individualise
Each child receives a personalised learning pathway.
3. Teach
Regular one-on-one or small-group intervention delivered in schools.
4. Celebrate
Students graduate with improved literacy skills, confidence and a renewed love of learning.
Real Results. Real Change.
Our program has helped students improve decoding and fluency, build reading confidence, participate more fully in class, rediscover enjoyment in learning, and develop stronger self-belief
3,000
Students Supported
13
Schools Partnered With
97,200
Hours of Literacy Intervention
100
Instructors & Volunteers Trained
Since 2004
Supporting Communities Through Education
From Student to Mentor
After completing the literacy program as a student in 2012, Talia returned years later as a volunteer tutor, helping other children discover the confidence that literacy gave her.
"The program didn't just teach me to read—it changed the direction of my life."
Hear Their Stories
"I've learnt a lot from [Literacy Instructor]. Now, I actually enjoy reading."
Student
"The program has become an invaluable part of our student support framework."
Principal
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the program for?
Primary school students requiring additional literacy intervention, identified in partnership with participating schools.
Where is the program delivered?
Within partner primary schools across NSW & NT.
How are students selected?
Schools work alongside our team using assessment data and teacher recommendations.
What teaching approach do you use?
Our program is called All About Reading, grounded in structured literacy principles and informed by the Science of Reading.
Who delivers the lessons?
Trained literacy instructors who undergo continual professional development and support from their experienced team.
How can my school become a partner?
Contact our team to discuss your school's needs and partnership opportunities.
We're committed to being a child safe organisation.
Contact our team today
When a child learns to read, new opportunities begin.
Whether you're a school seeking support, a volunteer wanting to make a difference, or an organisation looking to partner with us, we'd love to hear from you.
New South Wales
Ashley O'Neill - Head of Education
ashleyo@billcrews.org
Click here to schedule in a meeting
Northern Territory
Robyn Luter - NT Literacy Program Coordinator
robynl@billcrews.org
