Talk for Writing is based on the thinking and creative processes involved in ‘being a writer’, including knowing how to generate and develop ideas; drawing on a breadth of reading; and understanding how to draft, refine and improve writing.  For experienced writers, many of these processes are internal and automatic.  However, young writers benefit from explicit exploration of these processes through supportive talk, so as to share the thinking involved in creating writing.

Talk for Writing also involves the oral learning of model texts and the oral development of new versions so that children internalise the language patterns that they need for writing, adding to their linguistic competency.

This approach links well to our existing Dive into Writing approach and has a strong evidence-base and proven record in optimising pupil attainment.

Further information regarding this opportunity will be shared in due course with training anticipated to be available from January 2022.