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

How do we help our pupils enjoy writing?

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 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 ...

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