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Ready Steady Write is our award-winning, evidence-based primary writing scheme for EYFS, KS1 and KS2. Built around high-quality, language-rich literature, it provides a structured and sequenced approach that develops confident, independent writers across all year groups. Our writing units are carefully mapped to the National Curriculum to ensure consistent progression from early years through to Year 6.

Ready Steady Write is a flexible solution for both individual schools and multi-academy trusts (MATs), offering a consistent approach to writing that supports school-wide improvement.

A Primary Writing Scheme for EYFS, KS1 & KS2

Evidence-based primary writing curriculum used by MATs and schools.

As a fully resourced English writing curriculum for primary schools, Ready Steady Write supports teachers with expertly planned lessons, grammar and vocabulary development, and daily sentence accuracy work. This writing programme for primary schools is designed to meet the needs of all learners — including EAL, SEND, and the lowest 20% — through adaptive teaching and a clear writing journey.

It empowers English subject leaders and senior leaders to lead writing effectively across their school or trust, with detailed guidance, progression documents, and built-in CPD. Every element is evidence-informed and focused on improving pupil outcomes

An English Writing Curriculum Designed for Primary Schools

Award-winning writing scheme for UK primary schools – Ready Steady Write

Writing schemes like Ready Steady Write raising standards from EYFS to KS2

Vocabulary and grammar display supporting KS2 writing outcomes

Pupil sharing final writing from Ready Steady Write, one of the leading writing schemes for primary schools

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See the Impact of Ready Steady Write in Schools Across the UK
This section of the Impact Counts 2024 report showcases the tangible difference Ready Steady Write is making in primary schools and MATs nationwide. Featuring direct quotes from recent Ofsted reports, externally moderated writing outcomes and data case studies, it offers clear evidence of raised standards and accelerated progress in writing.

You'll find 'before and after' attainment snapshots, school-level data exceeding national averages, and real-world examples of how structured teaching and consistent implementation have transformed writing outcomes. The report also includes leadership testimonials, classroom video clips and external validation — providing powerful insight into the effectiveness of this evidence-based writing programme.

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Data testimonials from schools and MATs using Ready Steady Write to improve their writing outcomes:

Advised resource that matches the new DfE Writing Framework 2025.

Recommended writing scheme /programme that matches the guidance in the new DfE Writing Framework 2025.

What Schools & Leaders are saying:

“Thanks to Ready Steady Write’s repetition and daily structure, our lowest 20% are making the progress we wanted.

As SLT, we now know that every cohort experiences a robust and steady curriculum. It’s given us confidence and clarity across year groups."

-C. Dootson, Deputy Headteacher, Feniscowles Primary School, Blackburn

School leader explains how their writing teaching meets the DfE 2025 framework

“Data for KS1 & KS2 last year exceeded the national average and our recent OFSTED noted that we were challenging our more able children. The proof of the success is in the outcomes we are seeing for our disadvantaged learners. The scaffolding that the resources provided gives these children an additional advantage. These resources support staff in raising their expectations of all children and have raised engagement levels considerably in reading and writing. Thank you Literacy Counts”

-A. Gibbons, Headteacher, Mill View Primary School

Recommended writing schemes and programmes that match the guidance in the new DfE Writing Framework 2025.

"Having glanced over the recently published DfE Writing Framework, I can see how much Ready Steady Write has already helped us reach a great place in our writing journey at Black Firs. Thank you for an incredible year with Literacy Counts."

-J. Harrison, ESL & Deputy Headteacher, Black Firs Primary School, Cheshire

Teacher feedback on implementing the DfE Writing Framework 2025 through structured lessons

Writing programme praised for meeting all aspects of the new DfE writing guidance

Teacher testimonial praising Ready Steady Write for meeting the DfE Writing Framework 2025

“Literacy Counts has done so much for Grange. Without it, we wouldn’t be in the position we’re in today.

We now have whole school consistency, knowledgeable staff, confident staff and brilliant outcomes across the school.”

-S. Albiston, Head at Grange Community, Winsford

“Literacy Counts have transformed the teaching of English at every level in our school (from teaching assistant, teachers to leadership). We cannot praise them enough.”

-J Savage, Assistant Headteacher, Banks Road, Liverpool

What Ofsted is Saying

“Good-quality stories and texts are used as a stimulus for writing. Pupils study a range of writing styles and develop a secure understanding of audience and purpose. Pupils’ writing develops well.”

Caedmon Community Primary School, Tyne and Wear
“Pupils talk in depth about a wide range of high-quality literature and different subjects using the essential technical language that they have learned. Pupils become highly competent talkers, readers and writers.”

Emmaus CofE & Catholic Primary School, Liverpool
“Leaders are very ambitious for what pupils will learn in reading and writing. In these subjects, pupils achieve exceptionally well. Teachers are suitably trained and deliver the programme consistently well.”

Halewood CofE Primary School, Liverpool
“Pupils are confident and articulate speakers, listen well and write fluently in a range of styles. As they progress through the school, pupils write with increasing fluency and sophistication.”

The King’s School, Macclesfield
“The school has taken timely action to raise pupils’ achievements in writing. The new writing curriculum is developing the quality of pupils’ written work.”

St Andrew’s Primary School, Dorset
“Pupils' speaking, listening, reading and writing skills develop to particularly high levels as they move through the school. Pupils are articulate and feel confident to contribute their own ideas in class and in a range of contexts.”

Carleton House Preparatory School, Liverpool

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Ready Steady Write is an online resource with everything teachers and leaders need to implement a dynamic, sequenced, and ambitious writing curriculum. All available at the click of a button!

Structured writing sequence from the Ready Steady Write curriculum

Extended writing opportunities through Ready Steady Write PLUS+ resources

Additional units included in membership!

Shakespeare (Y3 - Y6)
Olympics (EYFS - Y6)
Science (EYFS - Y6)
Wellbeing (EYFS - Y6)
and more coming soon!

Creative writing based on Shakespeare's plays in KS2 English lessons

English subject leader planning enrichment writing units with Ready Steady Write PLUS+

KS1 class using picture books to explore emotions in writing

…and much more!

Ready Steady Write is a Teach Primary Award Winner!

Ready Steady Write winner of the Teach Primary English Award 2023 for outstanding writing curriculum

Here’s what the UKLA judge said:

“Ready Steady Write is an excellent, user-friendly and comprehensive platform that is long-lasting and rich. It was highly praised by the judges for its impressive joined-up approach, which offers a real wealth and wide selection of resources for whole school planning purposes. Each unit has quality children’s literature embedded within it; they are inclusive and could be found in most classrooms. The programme includes dedicated segments for narrative or non-fiction outcomes, all centred around the importance of talk which ensures rich writing and deeper learning; whilst poetry creation is integrated into each curriculum block. In addition to the thorough planning units and examples of children’s writing, clear links to the national curriculum and teaching slides, the website encompasses robust assessment and monitoring strategies. This element was noted by the judges as particularly helpful for those in senior leadership to ensure a consistent approach is easily implemented across the school. Both early career teachers and those well-experienced in the profession will find value within this site.”

-Rebecca Simpson-Hargreaves, UKLA

Our School Improvement Project -

Primary school teachers taking part in a writing school improvement project with Literacy Counts, focused on raising writing outcomes across EYFS to KS2

Read how Moseley Primary School is transforming writing through the Everybody Write Project.

Everybody Write is our trusted two-year writing improvement project, designed to embed high-quality writing practice across whole schools and MATs. Grounded in our evidence-based Ready Steady Write scheme, the project supports curriculum leaders, class teachers and senior leaders to raise writing outcomes from EYFS to Year 6.

Whether you are looking to improve writing outcomes, close attainment gaps or develop a consistent whole-school approach, Everybody Write provides structured support across two academic years — including leadership development, whole school CPD, moderation and adaptive teaching strategies.

This writing school improvement project is already transforming outcomes in schools and MATs across the UK.

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Want to explore a writing improvement project for your school or trust? Book a FREE 1:1 meeting with an expert consultant.

Expert consultant supporting a KS1 class as part of the Everybody Write project to improve writing outcomes and embed consistent teaching strategies

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Improve Writing Outcomes with the Everybody Write: 2 Year Project

FAQs

Yes! We have developed a mixed-age planning guidance document which explains how Ready Steady Write can work in your mixed-age classes. This includes a suggested planning cycle document that addresses this explicitly. We can also help you through Consultancy Support to map out the units to meet the needs of your specific school context.
Our ‘core’ Ready Steady Write units are designed to cover a half term, with roughly 15 lessons per writing outcome. Each core unit has 2 main writing outcome.
Our Ready Steady Write PLUS+ units are typically 3-week units (unless stated otherwise) and these are available to all members to help schools design their curriculum.
Our Ready Steady Write units are full of incidental writes which build up to a larger writing outcome. Many of these incidental writes are poems in various forms. Email hello@literacycounts.co.uk for an overview of the poetry covered in each unit.
Literacy Counts do not supply the vehicle texts to accompany Ready Steady Write units. They can be purchased through Madeline Lindley or any bookseller.
Get in touch here for more information on our vehicle text and/or to request a book list.
Ready Steady Write is a whole school membership through 1 shared school account. All the resources you need for your writing curriculum can be found in the online membership!
Yes! Whole school CPD on Ready Steady Write is absolutely essential to the successful implementation and rollout of this resource. Engaging in whole school launch training will ensure consistency and fidelity to the resource. For more information about our Ready Steady Write training, get in touch here.

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A Primary Writing Scheme for EYFS, KS1 & KS2

An English Writing Curriculum Designed for Primary Schools

Get in touch for sample access, training details & bespoke costings for your school!
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What Schools & Leaders are saying:

“Good-quality stories and texts are used as a stimulus for writing. Pupils study a range of writing styles and develop a secure understanding of audience and purpose. Pupils’ writing develops well.”

“Pupils talk in depth about a wide range of high-quality literature and different subjects using the essential technical language that they have learned. Pupils become highly competent talkers, readers and writers.”

“Leaders are very ambitious for what pupils will learn in reading and writing. In these subjects, pupils achieve exceptionally well. Teachers are suitably trained and deliver the programme consistently well.”

“Pupils are confident and articulate speakers, listen well and write fluently in a range of styles. As they progress through the school, pupils write with increasing fluency and sophistication.”

“The school has taken timely action to raise pupils’ achievements in writing. The new writing curriculum is developing the quality of pupils’ written work.”

“Pupils' speaking, listening, reading and writing skills develop to particularly high levels as they move through the school. Pupils are articulate and feel confident to contribute their own ideas in class and in a range of contexts.”