About Course
The Handwriting and Penmanship Skills course in Year 6 develops pupils’ ability to write fluently, neatly, and efficiently under sustained writing conditions. Pupils refine letter formation, joins, spacing, and alignment while maintaining high presentation standards. The course encourages pride in written work, supports clarity of communication, and ensures readiness for secondary school demands.
Key Focus Areas
Consistent and legible cursive or joined handwriting
Writing at speed without sacrificing neatness
Accurate spacing, alignment, and sizing of letters and words
Maintaining handwriting quality across extended writing tasks
Developing a personal handwriting style while preserving clarity
Applying handwriting skills confidently in all subjects
Reviewing and self-editing presentation of written work
Course Content
AUTUMN TERM
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WEEK 1: Importance of Handwriting & Writing Fluency
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WEEK 2: Correct Letter Formation (Upper & Lower Case)
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WEEK 3: Size, Spacing & Alignment
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WEEK 4: Writing Speed & Control
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WEEK 5: Consistency & Style Development
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WEEK 6: Writing Fluency in Sentences
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WEEK 7: Paragraph Writing & Organisation
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WEEK 8: Writing Under Exam Conditions
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WEEK 9: Editing, Presentation & Pride in Work
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WEEK 10: Assessment & Reflection