​Writing Curriculum Statement

 

Intent

At The Grange, the writing curriculum is ambitious and inclusive, designed to ensure all pupils become confident, fluent and effective communicators.

The curriculum is carefully sequenced from Reception to Year 6 to develop:

• Secure transcription skills (handwriting and spelling)

• Increasing control over sentence structure and punctuation

• A growing repertoire of vocabulary and authorial choices

• Stamina and independence in extended writing

Pupils write for a wide range of purposes and audiences, across narrative, non-fiction and poetry. Writing is underpinned by high-quality texts, strong oracy and clear links to reading and topic learning. High expectations for behaviour, effort and presentation are reinforced through The Grange Way.

 

Implementation

Writing is taught through a combination of explicit instruction, modelling and regular practice.

• Grammar, punctuation and vocabulary are taught in context, not in isolation

• Sentence-level work supports clarity, cohesion and impact

• Oracy strategies (discussion, rehearsal, drama) are used routinely to develop ideas before writing

• Whole-school writing projects, based on shared high-quality texts, create coherence and support progression

• Pictureless texts and, in Key Stage 2, Fiction Express, are used to strengthen imagination, independence and authorial voice

Transcription is taught explicitly. In Reception and Key Stage 1, writing is underpinned by the Read Write Inc phonics programme. The school is strengthening consistency in handwriting teaching to ensure pupils can sustain independent writing.

Writing opportunities are planned across the curriculum and for real audiences wherever possible.

 

Impact

The impact of the writing curriculum is seen in pupils who:

• Write clearly, accurately and with increasing sophistication

• Use vocabulary and sentence structures deliberately to shape meaning

• Sustain writing independently and take pride in their work

• Adapt their writing confidently for different purposes and audiences

Assessment shows pupils achieve well from their starting points. Judgements are secure, moderated regularly and based on a range of evidence over time.

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Behaviour and Attitudes (Writing)

Pupils demonstrate positive attitudes to writing. They listen attentively, engage in discussion, respond to feedback and persevere when challenged. Classrooms are calm and purposeful, supporting high-quality writing.

 

Personal Development (Writing)

Writing supports pupils’ personal development by enabling them to:

• Express ideas, opinions and emotions effectively

• Develop confidence and independence

• Communicate responsibly and respectfully with real audiences

 

Leadership and Management (Writing)

Leaders ensure writing is well-sequenced, consistently taught and accurately assessed. Teachers are supported through training, moderation and shared exemplification. Safeguarding, inclusion and high expectations underpin all aspects of writing provision.

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