Proven Results
Backed by independent research and trusted by thousands of educators, our literacy programmes are research-proven.
About Lexia
For over 25 years, LexiaUK has been committed to helping schools across the UK and Ireland unlock the power of literacy by providing personalised, engaging and effective literacy programmes that help primary and secondary school pupils at every stage of their literacy journey.
As the UK’s leading provider of research-proven literacy skills programmes, we adopt a unique personalised learning model that combines adaptive online learning, real-time data and teacher-led support for a systematic, structured approach to literacy.
From early reading foundations, to developing advanced literacy skills, we provide support to over 300,000 pupils in 3,500+ schools to become confident and proficient readers.
Our mission and values
We believe that having the ability to read and comprehend is a basic human right. That is why LexiaUK’s mission is to strive for Literacy for All, to support literacy for every student regardless of the challenges they face and empower educators to teach literacy effectively and with confidence.
Our goals
Our ongoing goal is to support as many schools as we can to ensure pupils of all ages, abilities and backgrounds are given the opportunities they are entitled to. We are committed to ensuring pupils are able to develop critical reading skills and language skills through individualised, motivating learning pathways.
Through our work, we strive to:
- Provide access to Literacy for All.
- Help all ages and abilities regardless of background develop a love for reading.
- Support teachers by offering the research-based tools needed to confidently deliver effective literacy instruction.
The Literacy Challenge
In figures shared by the National Literacy Trust from a 2024 study, it was identified that 18% of adults aged 16 to 65 (6.6 million people) are classified as having very poor literacy skills.
This means that whilst they are capable of understanding straightforward texts in familiar contexts, they struggle with unfamiliar content, which in turn will present challenges when navigating many aspects of everyday life.
Intervention matters and early intervention matters more.
"Lexia has been a game-changer for our reading strategy, combining simplicity with measurable success."
What sets us apart
Research Proven
With more than 20 peer-reviewed efficacy studies, including a UK-based EEF trial which describes how our methodology is proven to accelerate literacy gains, particularly for disadvantaged learners.
Personalised and structured
Our adaptive and unique learning model offers structured, systematic instruction from early reading to advanced comprehension skills that is tailored to each learner’s needs and empowers educators with real-time data and targeted resources.
Literacy for All
Designed for all age ranges and abilities, including SEND, EAL and disadvantaged groups, our technology-led approach ensures every learner can access meaningful, personalised learning.
Our Literacy & Reading Programmes
Reading Programmes for Primary Schools
Lexia Core5® Reading
Reading Programmes for Primary Schools
A structured, adaptive literacy programme that builds primary pupils’ skills from phonological awareness and phonics to SATs-ready comprehension skills. Ideal for reading catch-up intervention across all ages and abilities or ensuring at-level pupils keep on track.
Literacy Intervention for Secondary Schools
PowerUp® for Secondary
Literacy Intervention for Secondary Schools
An adaptive online literacy support programme for secondary schools that is inclusive for all students and helps to unlock academic potential. Use as a time-efficient catch-up intervention, or stretch more able learners in advancing their vocabulary,comprehension and other critical reading skills - essential for GCSE success.
Your Personalised Educator Dashboard
myLexia™
Your Personalised Educator Dashboard
myLexia™ is an educator dashboard that works alongside our literacy programmes to streamline literacy teaching with real-time insights, targeted resources, and tools like Assessment Without Testing® - helping schools save time, close gaps, and boost outcomes.
Trusted by educators, proven with research
95%
of educators report improved pupil outcomes
3,500+
schools across the UK and Ireland use Lexia
300,000+
students supported
30+
published research studies validating effectiveness
70%
of schools join through colleague recommendations
+2 months
progress for FSM pupils in EEF Study
How we work with schools
The implementation of our literacy programmes is seamless and scalable:
- Unlimited expert support from our team of literacy consultants, from onboarding and beyond into your literacy journey. We conveniently tailor our support with our bespoke online sessions. Whether it’s a quick question that needs answering or full staff training - we can provide the support you need.
- Free trial or demo available: 80% of schools join the Lexia community by taking up our free trial offer. We’d love you to discover the full benefits Lexia can bring in your own setting where all trials are fully supported with training and support from a dedicated team member. Not sure you want to commit straight away? Alternatively we offer tailored demonstrations delivered conveniently online.
At LexiaUK we proudly support Literacy leaders, teaching staff, inclusion and SEND leads and students to accelerate literacy development.
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