We support learners at Key Stage 2, 3 and 4
Whether it's early intervention in Year 6 or GCSE readiness in Year 11, our tailored programmes help students succeed.
Literacy First. Always.
We re-engage disaffected learners, close communication gaps, and build confidence through communication-rich teaching.
What makes us different?
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Proven outcomes
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Specialist English expertise
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Trusted by schools across the UK
Backed by evidence. Aligned with priorities.
Our work supports:
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Improved attendance
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Raised attainment
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Fair life chances for all
GCSE intervention, curriculum-led literacy programmes, and strategic consultancy for schools and trusts.
Our work spans three connected strands, each designed to strengthen English and literacy outcomes at scale.
GCSE English Intervention
Targeted, online small-group English courses that provide schools with additional capacity and support borderline pupils to achieve a secure GCSE pass.
English & Literacy Consultancy
Strategic quality of education support led by experienced English specialists, including curriculum review, literacy planning, and implementation guidance.
Built by English leaders.
Designed for impact.
Relentlessly focused on outcomes that matter.
We bring deep subject expertise and proven delivery together, supporting schools and trusts to strengthen English and literacy provision, build capacity, and secure measurable improvement.
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GCSE Success (Online or In Person)
Small-group English tuition for Year 10–11 students in AP, EHE or mainstream. Now includes Functional Skills pathways for learners not ready for GCSE.
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KS3 Foundation (Online or In Person)
GCSE readiness for Year 7–9 learners with low reading confidence, missed content, or inconsistent attendance.
Our Programmes
Literacy Quest (Online or In Person)
A targeted outdoor programme for KS2/3 pupils, combining literacy enrichment with bushcraft, creative storytelling, and personal development.
Boot Camps (Online or In Person)
One-week intensive tuition to boost GCSE outcomes. Ideal for pre-exam intervention weeks.
We are Route Education
Experts in helping learners rediscover their voice.
Led by senior educators, our programmes support students who’ve lost confidence in English, connection with school, or belief in their abilities.
Whether online, in person, or outdoors, every Route is research-led and designed for real impact.
How we work
A structured approach, adapted to your context
Our work typically follows a clear, evidence-informed process:
Baseline – diagnostic analysis of English and literacy need
Programme design and delivery – targeted intervention and support
Reporting – impact analysis to inform next steps and strategic decision-making
The balance between consultancy, intervention and delivery is shaped by your setting, capacity and priorities.
Who we work with
We work nationally with:
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Secondary schools
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Multi-academy trusts
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Local authorities
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Specialist and SEND settings
Our work is particularly suited to organisations seeking:
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improved GCSE English outcomes
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stronger KS3 literacy foundations
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coherent, evidence-informed intervention
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clarity around impact and next steps
From The Notebook: Research-informed thinking and reflections from our work in schools
