Writing at Chesterton
Our Branches of Writing
- Create a purpose for writing with an awareness of the audience
- Exposure to high-quality literature (read as a writer, read as a writer, write as a writer) - develop them as citizens / diverse texts / respect tolerance
- Develop creativity through a love of writing
- Cultivate the mechanics of writing (spelling, handwriting)
- Demonstrate perseverance and stamina (link to 5 stages of writing)
At Chesterton Primary School, we follow a book-based writing sequences. Within each unit of work, the children are exposed to high-quality texts that engage, challenge and support our children to become critical readers, confident and informed writers. We provide opportunities for purposeful writing with a range of exciting shorter, longer and extended writing outcomes.
