This episode of TutorCast explores the critical connection between literacy and educational equity with expert guest David Savill.

David, a Senior Lecturer at the University of Salford and leader of the Northern School of Writing, is spearheading the new Literacy Matters Network in Salford. We discuss how disadvantage in Greater Manchester shapes literacy outcomes and fuels the attainment gap, preventing young people from accessing the full curriculum.

Find out how local collaboration and targeted interventions, like Tutor Trust's successful reading tuition, can provide the solution to boost literacy levels and transform young people’s life chances.

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We’ve been working with the University of Salford since January. In this podcast, our tutors and the university share their perspectives

For this episode, Tutorcast went on the road! Our co-host Sammy Meynell was on campus at the University of Salford to discuss our ongoing partnership, which places university students as tutors in local Salford primary schools. Sammy was joined by three guests who've all been closely involved with the project:

• Lynne Barrow - Tutor Trust Project Lead and Director of Recruitment, Salford Business School
• Matt Allen - Senior Lead Tutor and Lecturer in Economics, Salford Business School
• Esther Mashamba - Lead Tutor and psychology student, University of Salford

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Emily, whose personal journey highlights the profound impact of tutoring on young people who are care experienced. This episode makes a powerful case for why quality tutoring should be a fundamental support for all young people, underscoring the urgent demand for increased funding and the potential for nationwide school tuition.