The Writing Framework & Making Language Visible
Why children need to see language before they can write it.
Monday 14th September - 16:00 - 16:45
The new Writing Framework places a strong emphasis on oral rehearsal, sentence construction and reducing cognitive load. One idea sits at the centre of all three: making language visible.
EAL Learners and the Language Gap
Practical strategies for helping multilingual learners thrive as writers
Monday 12th October - 16:00 - 16:45
Many multilingual learners have rich ideas and strong understanding but face barriers when expressing those ideas through written English. How do we support writing without lowering expectations?
SEND and Writing
Removing barriers without lowering expectations
Monday 16th November - 16:00 - 16:45
Current guidance is clear: inclusion is not about lowering expectations. It is about helping every child access ambitious learning.
Keep-Up, Not Catch-Up
Building writing success through early identification and inclusive support
Monday 7th December - 16:00 - 16:45
Strong writing outcomes are built through early identification, responsive teaching and timely support within the classroom.
Beyond Phonics
Why some children can read but still struggle to write.
Monday 11th January 16:00 - 16:45
Many children become successful readers but continue to find writing difficult. Why does this happen?
Vocabulary That Sticks
Helping children use ambitious language in their writing.
Monday 8th February - 16:00 - 16:45
Teaching vocabulary is one thing. Helping children to use it independently is another.
Literacy, Inclusion and the Curriculum
Helping every learner communicate their understanding across the curriculum.
Monday 15th March, 16:00 - 16:45
Every subject relies on language. If pupils cannot communicate their understanding effectively, attainment across the curriculum is affected.
The Forgotten Skill: Teaching Children How to Think in Sentences
The hidden bridge between talk and writing.
Monday 19th April - 16:00 - 16:45
Before children can write effective sentences, they need to learn how to build them in their minds.
Why Some Children Never Become Independent Writers
Helping every child become a confident, self-regulating writer.
Monday 17th May, 16:00 - 16:45
Independent writers are not defined by the absence of support. They are defined by their ability to make decisions, solve problems and take ownership of their writing.
Writing for Every Child
High expectations, adaptive teaching and writing success for all.
Monday 14th June, 16:00 - 16:45
How do we ensure every child can succeed in writing without lowering expectations?
The School Writing Audit
10 questions every school should be asking about writing.
Monday 12th July, 16:00 - 16:45
How do you know whether your approach to writing is having the impact you want?
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Missed Our Previous Workshops? Catch Up Here...
December - Developing Independent Writers in KS1
November - Supporting All Learners
November - Building Sentences Aloud
October - Giving Every Child the Best Start in Writing
October - The Power of Talk: Raising Attainment Through Oracy
September - "The Writing Framework July '25" - What You Need To Know
July - Promoting Ownership of Children's Writing in EY & KS1.