Writing

Statement of Intent for Writing

Rationale

Competence enables children to develop a healthy and enthusiastic attitude towards writing which will stay with them throughout their life. We aim to develop confidence, clarity and imagination, application of phonics knowledge, writing in a range of genres and the ability to plan, draft and edit their own work. 

Curriculum design for Writing:

Spelling and grammar are part of the daily ‘Talk for Writing’ lesson. Model texts include examples of the grammar focus but grammar and spelling are also taught discretely.

Having a purpose for writing is important. Children are given the experience of writing to inform, entertain, persuade and discuss.

Phonics lessons continue into KS2 where appropriate with an emphasis on application of skills in writing across the whole curriculum.

Curriculum Choices for Writing

• Twinkl phonics and spellings (Infants)
• Literacy Shed
• Spelling Shed
• Talk for Writing

Skill progression 2024-25 Composition

Skill progression 2024-25 Handwriting

Skill progression 2024-25 Spelling 

Skill progression 2024-25 Vocabulary, Grammar and Punctuation