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Preparing for the 11+ Exam: Daily writing tips that work

If your pupils are preparing for the 11+ entrance exam, Pobble 365 can be a powerful tool to support them. While it’s designed to spark creativity and build writing stamina for all learners, it also a...

The power of friendship: Writing prompts for the classroom

Friendship is a big part of school life. From playground games and classroom partners to fallouts and making up again, the ups and downs of friendships shape how children feel about coming to school e...

Building a whole-school writing culture: What the new DfE writing framework means for school leaders

The DfE's new Writing Framework, released in July 2025, offers a clear message: improving writing outcomes is not just a classroom priority; it is a whole-school responsibility. As leaders, your role ...

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Inside remote moderation: A moderator’s perspective

When I first joined Pobble’s moderation team, I’ll admit I was curious (and a little sceptical) about how a fully remote moderation process would work. I’d moderated and been moderated before, but alw...

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Small tweaks, stronger writing: Your guide to the new framework

The Department for Education has just released a new Writing Framework for primary schools. If you’ve seen it and feel a bit daunted about the extra workload any changes might bring, we get it. We're ...

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Why writing moderation matters more than ever

With the Department for Education now having published the updated Writing Framework on 8th July 2025, many are understandably asking: what has changed for assessment?

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How to help your pupils love writing (without adding to your planning)

How do we help our pupils enjoy writing?

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What helped our SEN pupils write more, write better and love it

At Walthamstow Primary Academy, we’re always looking for ways to support our pupils with additional needs, especially when it comes to writing. Writing can be a real challenge for many children, and w...

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Full stops, fun and a full house: Writing Bingo has it all

At Pobble, we’re all about making writing exciting, and that includes editing. Let’s face it, checking your work isn’t always the most thrilling part of writing, but what if it felt more like a game t...

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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