At Settle Stories, we believe stories have the power to change lives. They spark curiosity, inspire empathy, and create connections across generations and cultures. Through our work in schools, communities, festivals, and professional training, we bring stories to life in ways that make a real difference.
Our Stories for Schools programme brings the magic of storytelling into classrooms, giving teachers ready-to-use resources that save time while enriching learning. Children are introduced to diverse voices and cultures, helping them to see the world through different perspectives. Teachers tell us that our stories make difficult topics easier to explore and create moments of genuine connection in the classroom. The programme’s impact has been recognised nationally, with Stories for Schools shortlisted in two categories at the Education Resource Awards 2025.
Storyversity is our learning platform for teachers, creatives, and everyday people who are ready to harness the power of stories. Storyversity helps educators bring lessons to life, gives artists the tools to share their voices with confidence, and offers individuals new ways to connect, communicate, and grow. By making storytelling skills accessible to all, Storyversity transforms both professional practice and personal lives.
Each year, the Yorkshire Festival of Story brings people together to celebrate the power of stories. From world-reaching online performances to in-person stories, the festival offers experiences that are free, accessible, and open to everyone. By combining live events in rural Yorkshire with online programming for global audiences, the festival makes storytelling available to thousands who might otherwise miss out. In doing so, it enriches cultural life locally and connects communities across the world.
Across all our work, Settle Stories has touched the lives of tens of thousands of people. We have helped children grow in curiosity and empathy, supported educators and artists to share their gifts, enriched the cultural fabric of rural Yorkshire, and strengthened communities by preserving and celebrating their voices. Above all, we have shown that stories are not just entertainment, they are a vital way to understand ourselves, to connect with others, and to imagine a better future together.
