Handwriting & Penmanship Improvement (Year 2)

The Handwriting and Penmanship Improvement course in Year 2 focuses on developing fluent, neat, and legible handwriting. Building on Year 1 skills, pupils improve letter formation, spacing, alignment, and writing speed while maintaining accuracy. The course encourages pride in written work and supports clear communication across all areas of learning.
Key Focus Areas
Consistent formation of upper- and lowercase letters
Correct spacing between letters and words
Writing on the line with proper alignment
Improving writing speed while maintaining neatness
Introduction and practice of cursive or joined writing (where appropriate)
Applying neat handwriting to sentences and short paragraphs