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How to run a whole-school writing competition

  • by: Anna from Pobble
  • On: 11, Jun 2025
36 min read

How to run a whole-school writing competition

Competitions are a brilliant way to get students excited about writing. They bring a sense of purpose and a little friendly rivalry, which can boost confidence and engagement for all writers.

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Dive into imagination: 10 sea-themed writing prompts

The sea has always captured our imaginations, from its vast mysteries to its shimmering waves and colourful creatures. It is a theme that naturally sparks curiosity and wonder in young writers, helpin...

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10 weather-themed writing prompts for primary classrooms

Weather has always captured children’s imaginations. From storms and snow to sunshine and rainbows, weather events can transform the familiar into something magical and mysterious. They offer an endle...

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How one school celebrated writing progress across all primary year groups

This World Book Day, we wanted to do something that truly celebrated writing across our school. From our youngest pupils in Reception to our confident Year 6 writers, we aimed to show the journey of p...

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How to build a school-wide culture of writing excellence

Raising writing standards in primary schools is not just about refining individual lessons or purchasing new schemes. Meaningful, sustained progress happens when writing becomes part of a school’s cul...

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Little and often: Building writing fluency in primary classrooms

Building confident, capable writers takes time and like most skills, writing improves with regular practice. In classrooms filled with varying needs, packed timetables and pressure to hit targets, it ...

Inclusive writing strategies: How to support every child in your class

Teaching writing has always been a challenge, and today’s classrooms are more diverse than ever. Every pupil brings their own strengths, needs and experiences to the page. Yet without the right suppor...

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Non-screen activities to celebrate Earth Day & make a positive impact

Every year, Earth Day provides an opportunity to reflect on the health of our planet and inspire action. But the real question is, how can we make every day Earth Day? The focus should not only be on ...

Pen Licences in Primary Classrooms: Should They Be Used?

In many primary classrooms, the concept of a "pen licence" is a long-standing tradition. It's a reward given to students who have demonstrated consistently neat handwriting, granting them the privileg...

Five ways Adobe Express for Education can bring writing and creativity to the classroom

Writing is more than just words on a page; it's about self-expression and confidence.

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