Guidance

The writing framework

The writing framework outlines a common approach to teaching writing based on evidence and existing good practice.

Applies to England

Documents

The writing framework

Details

This guidance is for primary schools.

It will also be of interest to those who want to know more about how pupils learn to write, including:

  • initial teacher training providers
  • early years providers
  • secondary teachers
  • teachers in specialist settings

The writing framework:

  • is based on teachers’ experiences, classroom observations and research, as well as the contributions of experts
  • gives simple, practical advice about how to teach writing to pupils in the reception year, key stage 1 and key stage 2
  • provides guidance on how to help pupils who need more support

Updates to this page

Published 8 July 2025

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