This online course is designed to equip English Subject Leaders with the knowledge and tools to lead strategic, whole-school improvement in writing. Rooted in the latest research, the course focuses on establishing a coherent, evidence-informed approach to writing instruction from EYFS through to Year 6.

We will provide guidance on how to:

• use current research and published documents to identify whole school priorities
• carry out an audit of current practice and write an Action Plan
• ensure consistency and high expectations in the teaching of writing from EYFS to Year 6
• prioritise foundational skills of handwriting, phonics and spelling
• develop explicit teaching of sentence level skills
• develop a clear approach to the teaching of composition skills including planning, drafting, revising, editing
• build a whole-school culture of writing for pleasure and purpose
• support all pupils to build stamina, engagement, and independence as writers
• develop teacher subject knowledge, lead CPD and support teachers

Whether your school is refining its current approach or undertaking a more ambitious shift, this course will support you in leading impactful and sustainable change.

Suitable audience:  English Subject Lead and members of SMT. This course is particularly suited to anyone who is new to the role of Subject Lead or is looking for fresh guidance to update the teaching of writing.

Zoom Sessions

• Number of sessions:  2 x 2 ½ hour Zoom session
• Date:  7th October 2025 and 11th November 2025
• Time:  9.15am – 11.45am
• Price: £130 + VAT per delegate 

Terms and Conditions

Account payment information and full terms and conditions will be included on the invoice. This will be emailed to the school email address after booking.

To comply with GDPR, personal data collected for administrative purposes will be destroyed after the course has taken place.