Improve reading fluency for pupils aged 6–18 in England and Scotland with 1600+ high-interest stories and gamified missions. Trusted by hundreds of UK schools.
Children leave primary school unable to read well.
Is the single biggest factor in reading success.
Struggling to engage reluctant readers? StoryBlast is a sensational literacy programme that combines gaming with serious reading improvement, mapped to the UK, Scottish, and English curricula.
High-interest texts (non-fiction, sci-fi, adventure) that don't feel like "baby books".
Automated marking, zero setup admin, and instant gap analysis.
Track fluency and comprehension across every year group from a single dashboard.
Boys are disengaging from books at record rates. We're bringing the "Digital Cool Factor" to literacy to bridge the gap and save the message.
The gap in reading enjoyment between boys and girls tripled in just 12 months, reaching an all-time high.
Only 1 in 7 boys chooses to read in their free time, highlighting the need for more engaging formats.
Boys’ interest in reading is currently at its lowest point in 20 years, necessitating a new approach.
50% of boys who dislike books say reading on a screen is "cooler", unlocking engagement through technology.
The number of boys finding reading "difficult" was reduced by 43% using digital literacy tools.
Boys gained 8.4 months of reading age in just 4.2 months — doubling their progress with digital tools.
"Boys don't struggle with literacy; they struggle with the delivery. By leveraging the 'Digital Cool Factor,' we remove the stigma of the printed page and replace it with interactive, high-speed progress."
From gripping adventures to hilarious tales, our constantly expanding library ensures there's always something new to discover.
Browser-based and optimized for Chromebooks, iPads, tablets, and desktops. No apps to install.
Over 1600+ stories covering sci-fi, history, adventure, sport, and more. There's a world for everyone.
Enter key code. Pick a story. Blast off.
Pupils join your class using a simple code. No email addresses needed.
Pupils choose a story, use "Speed Mode" to read along, and complete missions.
You get instant data on words per minute, comprehension scores, and struggles.
StoryBlast is the leading literacy programme for schools in England and Scotland, designed to improve reading fluency through gamification. Pupils earn points, badges, and streaks for every story completed.
Designed to improve reading outcomes across the UK, our "Speed Mode" lets pupils control the reading pace like karaoke, helping improve fluency. Targeted support for SEND and reluctant readers.
The rocket blasted off into the cosmos.
Explore the engaging, game-like experience that keeps pupils coming back for more.
Each story unlocks auto-marked activities that reinforce what pupils just read.
Test understanding with literal, inference, and vocabulary questions.
Drag and drop words to master syntax and sentence structure.
Spot and correct punctuation, spelling, and grammar errors.
Listen and type what you hear to link sounds to letters.
Match key vocabulary to definitions to boost retention.
Complete words with missing letters to reinforce spelling patterns.
See exactly which words your class is finding difficult across all stories.
Watch Words Per Minute (WPM) and accuracy trends improve over time.
Spot gaps between year groups or classes instantly.
Optional class leaderboards to stir up friendly competition.
StoryBlast gets pupils reading. Literacy Labs builds the mechanics behind it: spelling, vocabulary, grammar and sentence control.
The system monitors accuracy and streaks, then adjusts difficulty automatically so pupils stay in the “just-right” challenge zone.
Quick levels, immediate corrections, and progression that keeps motivation high.
Clear progress by skill area, without extra marking.
Builds rapid word recognition and visual scanning for fluency.
Teaches grammar foundations by sorting words into roles.
Targets confusable words and contextual spelling accuracy.
Pupils fix punctuation to make meaning clear.
Strengthens sentence structure by rebuilding scrambled sentences.
Expands vocabulary and understanding of nuance.
Phonics and spelling patterns in a game format.
No hidden fees. One plan for the entire school.
per school • billed annually
No credit card required
Need Small School pricing?
If your school has less than 50 pupils, contact us below for a custom quote. It's £175 annually for <50 students. Contact for payment link.
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