Tue, 20 Jan 2026, 16:00 – 17:30 | Zoom @
This online writing cluster meeting is designed to support Year 6 teachers in developing and articulating their teacher assessment judgements through professional dialogue.
This session will focus on the Working Towards the Expected Standard (WTS) and Expected Standard (EXS), using nationally available resources to standardise writing judgements against the Teacher Assessment Framework (TAF).
Teachers will explore national messages from the Standards and Testing Agency (STA) regarding statutory writing assessments at the end of KS2.
Working in pairs and small groups, they will examine different aspects of the TAF and evaluate evidence in their pupils’ writing. Through collaborative discussion, teachers will gain a clear understanding of statutory expectations and reflect on implications for teaching and learning.
This session will:
– Support teachers in understanding statutory assessment arrangements for writing at the end of KS2
– Deepen understanding of KS2 teacher assessment standards for writing
– Provide opportunities for standardisation and moderation activities
– Develop teachers’ judgements in preparation for end-of-year writing assessments
Preparation:
Teachers are required to upload in advance three pieces of writing for each of two pupils, with each pupil working at one of the standards being focused on (WTS or EXS). Teachers may wish to include a pupil whose writing is borderline between the two standards. The writing samples should, where possible, represent a range of genres and demonstrate different aspects of the standards
Although primarily aimed at Year 6 teachers, Year 5 teachers, KS3 English and literacy teachers, secondary English heads of department, and literacy coordinators are also welcome to attend.
All bookings must be made in advance via our portal. Click ‘Book Now’ to log in and secure your place.
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Course Fee: £56 per delegate
For a quote tailored to your requirements, please contact educationenquiries@croydon.gov.uk
