A New Writing Framework for Primary Schools – Helping Every Child Find Their Voice

Raising standards through purpose and confidence

The Department for Education has launched a new Writing Framework designed to improve literacy and strengthen consistency of progression across primary schools. The new approach prioritises handwriting fluency, oral composition and grammar taught in authentic context rather than isolated drill based exercises.

At a glance

• Published July 2025 as part of updated DfE guidance

• Core strands include handwriting fluency, oral composition and contextual grammar

• Prioritises early intervention and developmental progression

“Writing connects thinking to expression,” says Findel Education. “Confidence with language builds confidence in learning.”

Supporting teachers to embed progress

The new framework encourages schools to make writing purposeful and connected to meaningful learning experiences. Findel supports this vision through Hope Education and GLS, offering handwriting tools, phonics aligned resources and speaking and listening materials that encourage fluency and enjoyment. Professional development support through EuHu strengthens classroom implementation at scale.

Making improvement sustainable

Consistency will be central to lasting improvement. Findel’s curriculum aligned bundles and structured handwriting pathways help schools build clear progression sequences from Reception through Key Stage 2 — ensuring continuity, accountability and visible literacy momentum.

Key takeaways

• The new Writing Framework redefines primary literacy priorities

• Purposeful writing practice replaces isolated exercise based repetition

• Findel helps schools embed confident, consistent writing progress