At Dalmain Primary School, we believe that every child is a writer.

From the moment our youngest children begin to tell stories through pictures and words, to the polished pieces our Year 6 pupils proudly publish, we nurture a love of language and a belief that writing has the power to inform, inspire, persuade and entertain.

Our ambition is for every child to leave Dalmain as a confident, articulate writer who can express themselves with creativity, accuracy and purpose.

A Curriculum that Inspires

We teach writing through Luminary Literacy, a fully sequenced, evidence-informed writing curriculum that develops confident, motivated and successful writers.

Grounded in the latest educational research, Luminary Literacy combines explicit teaching of writing skills with exciting, purposeful opportunities for children to write for real audiences. Every writing sequence begins with a carefully chosen, high-quality text that captures children's imagination and provides a meaningful reason to write.

Whether children are stepping into the shoes of a historical figure, creating persuasive speeches, writing newspaper reports or crafting beautiful poetry, every unit is designed to inspire curiosity and encourage children to find their own unique voice.

Books that Open Doors

At the heart of our writing curriculum is a carefully curated collection of exceptional children's literature.

Our pupils experience stories that make them laugh, think, question and dream. They encounter rich vocabulary, memorable characters and powerful themes while exploring books written by a diverse range of authors that reflect the world around them. We want every child to see themselves in the books they read, whilst also discovering new perspectives, cultures and experiences.

By immersing children in wonderful literature, we develop not only skilled writers, but lifelong readers too.

Writing with Purpose

Children learn that writing is much more than putting words on a page.

Throughout their journey at Dalmain they write for authentic audiences and meaningful purposes, learning how to:

• communicate clearly and effectively
• write creatively and imaginatively
• inform, explain and persuade
• develop ambitious vocabulary and sentence structures
• edit, improve and publish their work with pride.

Writing is celebrated across every area of the curriculum. Whether recording scientific discoveries, explaining mathematical thinking, writing historical narratives or reflecting on philosophical questions, children understand that writing is a powerful tool for learning and communication.

Celebrating Every Writer

We love celebrating our young authors.

One of the highlights of the school year is our annual Writing Week, where the entire school comes together to respond to a shared writing stimulus. From Nursery to Year 6, every child contributes their own unique interpretation, creating an incredible showcase of imagination, creativity and talent.

Each term we also present our prestigious Writing Laureate Awards, recognising children who have shown outstanding progress, resilience, creativity and commitment to developing as writers. These awards celebrate the journey of becoming a writer as much as the finished piece itself.

Children's writing is proudly displayed throughout the school, shared with families and celebrated in classrooms, reminding every pupil that their ideas matter and deserve to be heard.

Finding Every Child's Voice

At Dalmain, writing is about more than grammar, punctuation and spelling. It is about giving children the confidence to express themselves, to share their experiences, to champion causes they care about and to tell stories that deserve to be told.

By combining inspiring books, expert teaching and countless opportunities to write across the curriculum, we ensure every child leaves Dalmain with the skills, confidence and love of writing that will stay with them for life.