National Handwriting Association

Charity promoting good practice in handwriting

The National Handwriting Association is a charity whose aims are to raise awareness of the importance of handwriting as a vital component of literacy, to promote good practice in the teaching of handwriting and to support those who work with children with handwriting difficulties.

Featured Products

Annual Journal

The NHA’s annual journal Handwriting Today is available in both digital and printed versions, and is free for members.  View the latest edition

NHA Online Short Courses

Introduction to Video Presentations

Take our online courses hosted with Communicate-Ed starting on dates to suit you. Five courses are available now. View our taster videos.

Recent Publication

Our latest edition of Developing a handwriting policy: A practical guide for schools – is now available as a printed booklet or digital download, at a discount for members. Learn more

Free Downloads

Good Practice for Handwriting Toolkit

Download our Good Practice for Handwriting Toolkit free of charge. The pack includes a poster and two of our popular Tips for Teaching. Learn more

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About Handwriting

Handwriting is a means of expressing language, just like speech, and it also leaves a lasting trace. It is a complex skill to master, one which involves linguistic, cognitive, perceptual and motor components. Some people, young and old, find handwriting difficult and need help to perfect the skill. Even in the computer age, handwriting is important. Read more

How Can We Help You?

Teachers & Support Staff

Do you want to know the requirements for handwriting in the Early Years Foundation Stage and the National Curriculum for English? Learn more

Students

Are you in teacher training and want to know more about handwriting literacy? Start here

Parents

Are you concerned about your child’s handwriting? Here’s what to do

Therapists

Do you work with children who have handwriting difficulties? See how we help therapists

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Become a Member

Support our work and enjoy free teaching materials, articles and our annual journal, plus discounts on courses and all NHA publications

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News

“My pencil is my friend. Our letters curl and bend, And when ideas refuse to come I chew the other end.”

In Praise of Handwriting, by Julia Donaldson

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National Handwriting Association
2 Moths Grace, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG24 9FY, United Kingdom

Telephone: +44 (0)1256 464 598
Email: enquiries@nha-handwriting.org.uk

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The National Handwriting Association is registered as a charity
Registered Charity Number: 1051157