National Handwriting Association
Charity promoting good practice in handwriting
Join Caroline McHugh, Occupational Therapist and Vice Chair of the National Handwriting Association, for an engaging and practical twilight session designed to support educators, parents and caregivers in unlocking children’s potential as writers. This session will explore what it means to be a reluctant writer and why some children find writing difficult. Caroline will help you recognise […]
The National Handwriting Association is pleased to host the 2026 Handwriting Symposium at Liverpool John Moores University. Speakers Dr Tim Mills MBE Lead Author of The Department of Education’s Writing Framework This session will aim to bust the myths about The Writing Framework and offer clarity on on the implementation of the framework in schools. […]
How do we ensure a student’s voice on the page remains strong as they move through the milestones of their education? Transitions, from the explorative, play-based beginnings of EYFS to the higher-stakes academic demands of KS3, are critical moments for a young writer. When handwriting is not yet automatic, the physical struggle of transcription can […]
We are delighted to offer this hugely popular online webinar course via Zoom again. The schedule for each day is as follows: Day 1 – The Foundations of Effective Practice for the Whole School Wednesday 18 March 9:30am-3:30pm 9:30-9:45 Introduction9:45-10:45 Essential Understandings in Handwriting10:45-11:00 Break11:00-12:00 Curriculum Requirements, Assessment and Policy12:00-1:00 Lunch1:00-2:00 Warm Ups, P Checks and S Factors 2:00-2:15 Break2:15-3:15 Practical Implementation of S Factors (How […]
Join handwriting expert and Writing Framework contributor Sue Smits (Morrells Handwriting) for a myth‑busting session that clarifies what the Framework actually requires for teaching handwriting. Sue will outline the key principles behind the guidance, why accurate letter formation is essential, and how schools can build secure foundations before introducing joined handwriting. She will also share practical […]
Presented by Michelle Stone and Amanda McLeod. Confused about how to teach joining? Let specialist teachers Amanda McLeod and Michelle Stone talk you through exactly what the National Curriculum says about joining. They will discuss how we should plan for it, and offer a practical session on how to teach it. £15 members, £20 non-members […]
Unsure about how to redress the balance between teaching phonics and handwriting, especially following the Writing Framework and the Curriculum Review? Allow us to share our robust interpretation of this guidance and how to unpick what to teach and when. £15 members, £20 non-members Members, please log in to have your discount automatically applied.
The use of typing by school children is a hot topic at the moment, and we're here to help. Join us for our next Twilight online training session. Hosted by experienced Specialist Teacher, Amanda McLeod, Keyboarding Practicalities aims to help everyone get off to a great start with typing. About the presenter: Amanda McLeod is the […]
We are delighted to offer this hugely popular online webinar course via Zoom again. Day 1 – The Foundations of Effective Practice for the Whole School Wednesday 12 November 9:30am-3:30pm 9:30-9:45 Introduction9:45-10:45 Essential Understandings in Handwriting10:45-11:00 Break11:00-12:00 Curriculum Requirements, Assessment and Policy12:00-1:00 Lunch1:00-2:00 Warm Ups, P Checks and S Factors 2:00-2:15 Break2:15-3:15 Practical Implementation of S Factors (How To Teach Handwriting)3:15-3:30 Discussion and Close Day 2 – […]
Presented by Specialist Teacher and former NHA Chair (2021–22), Amanda McLeod, this webinar will provide you with the knowledge needed to help the left-hander in class or at home. The webinar will be practical so get ready to participate with pen, paper, samples of writing and questions! It is open to all, including teachers, parents, and occupational therapists. Although predominantly […]
Michelle Stone, specialist teacher and co-vice chair of the NHA, will take you through how to teach handwriting. We will explore the most effective way to teach handwriting adhering to the National Curriculum and EYFS. Delegates will receive a copy of the NHA S Factors PDF and any materials relevant to the session. £15 for […]
Sue Smits of Morrells Handwriting and Michelle Stone, specialist teacher and co-vice-chair of the NHA will present a twilight based on the return to school. They will cover what educators need to be aware of at the start of a new academic year and also update attendees on national changes for the Writing Framework, handwriting […]
