In this interactive workshop, we will explore:
The building blocks children need before they can write — from mark-making to sentence shaping
Common barriers to writing (and what to do about them)
Simple, sustainable ways to weave writing into your continuous provision
What this means for you and your children
Meet Our Expert Speakers

Emma Davies
Lead teacher and planning expert at Is It Time to Play?
Emma is an experienced early years practitioner with a passion for developing confident, motivated young writers through play. She specialises in creating rich, play-based learning experiences that spark curiosity, strengthen early mark-making, and build the foundations for purposeful, joyful writing.

Vicki Yadav
Founder of Primary Steps, experienced EYFS Leader and Assistant Head
Vicki has extensive experience across early years education and is recognised as a trusted expert in creating environments where young writers thrive. She’s passionate about building purposeful routines, nurturing language-rich classrooms, and supporting practitioners to develop confident, capable writers from the very start.
Can't make it live?
Don't worry! Join as usual and we will send the recording out the next day!
Why you’ll love it
Because this isn’t about more paperwork or more pressure — it’s about clarity, confidence, and rediscovering the joy in supporting children’s writing.
£15.00