The Story Project

Using the magic of stories to improve children’s wellbeing and literacy in schools

Led by high-quality, popular books and rooted in the latest research, we have remarkable impact from Nursery to Year 8 with our fully resourced curriculums created by teachers.

An illustration of a teacher sat on a chair reading a story to a group of 4 children sat on a carpet. One child has her hand up to ask a question.
  • Nursery

    An introduction to key concepts in emotional awareness using much-loved children’s stories

  • Primary

    A book-led whole school curriculum that meets all statutory PSHE objectives

  • Secondary

    Unpack relationships, mental health and emotions using thought-provoking texts

  • Other Settings

    A flexible programme to suit the needs of your individual setting and children

We are driven by a deep understanding of the challenges schools are facing today

Using our teams’ years of experience in schools we have spent a decade dedicated to improving wellbeing and literacy with our book-led approach.

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Our Impact

With reading for pleasure decreasing, and children’s mental health issues on the rise, The Story Project offers an innovative solution that sees remarkable impact.

  • A girl looks excitedly towards the front of the classroom
    90%

    of teachers have seen a positive improvement in children’s wellbeing

  • A teacher crouches down next to a desk to talk to a young boy. A piece of paper with images of emotions sits between them.
    76%

    of teachers have seen a positive improvement in children’s literacy

  • A smiling teacher crouches down to talk to two young boys sat at a desk. There is a piece of paper with images of different emotions between them.
    100%

    of teachers would recommend The Story Project

Join our growing community of schools who are doing PSHE differently

“A well-thought out, inspiring programme that has reignited a love for the subject and had remarkable impact. The Story Project has been a game-changer for our school” – Hollingwood Primary School

Trial two units of work for free and get a feel for how The Story Project can benefit your children.

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Written by Us

As passionate reading and wellbeing professionals, we love to talk about the transformative power of stories. Come join the conversation on our blog and social media.

  • A young girl sits at a desk facing away from camera. She is reading a story. The wall behind her has several bookshelves and large lettering that says 'Oh, the places you'll go!
    Why stories are such a great way to teach PSHE

    We talk about stories a lot. It’s in our name, it’s kinda our thing! But why? What makes books so special and what are the benefits of using them with children? Let’s explore…

  • Olivia, the founder of The Story Project, stands in front of a display stand describing the organisations work. Taken at an education conference.
    How did The Story Project begin?

    A blog written by our lovely founder and CEO, Olivia, about the inspiration and research behind The Story Project.

  • A woman holds up a book titled 'Finding My Voice'. Only her hand and the book cover can be seen.
    How we can help you with the new RSHE guidance for 2025

    More information about the new RSHE curriculum changes and how our tracker spreadsheet can help your school!

Our Partners

We’re grateful for the funding and support of many wonderful organisations. With their help, we are building a community to improve wellbeing and literacy using our book-led approach.

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  • Fair Education Alliance logo