English // Writing Composition
Revising and editing
Proof-read own writing to check for errors in spelling, grammar, and punctuation; evaluate and revise writing with teacher/peer support, re-reading to ensure meaning is clear and tense is consistent
Quick check
When the learner finishes a piece of writing, do they proofread it for spelling mistakes, missing punctuation, and errors in grammar — and make corrections before handing it in?
Ask this to see whether the topic is secure.
Topic // Mastery
What mastery looks like
- Re-read own writing and spot a missing full stop or capital letter
- Identify and correct a tense inconsistency in a piece of writing
- Discuss improvements with a partner and make at least one revision to strengthen the writing
Topic // Map
Where this fits
- RequiredMust come first
- HelpfulHelps, but not essential
Before this
4 topics- Responding to Writing FeedbackRequired
Writing Composition // Ages 5 to 7
Proofreading builds on Y1 revising writing
- Writing Process VocabularyRequired
Writing Composition // Ages 5 to 8
Proof-reading and revising requires 'draft', 'edit', 'revise', and 'proofread' as named steps in the writing process
Grammar & Punctuation // Ages 5 to 8
Knowledge of punctuation needed to spot errors
Spelling & Word Study // Ages 6 to 9
Knowledge of spelling alternatives needed to proofread spelling
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Revising and editing
Ages 6 to 7 // Method
Leads to
2 topics- Revising and editing (age 7+)Required
Writing Composition // Ages 7 to 11
Evaluating writing effectiveness and proposing changes builds on basic proofreading and revision
Grammar & Punctuation // Ages 6 to 9
Progressive forms concept extends from earlier verb knowledge
Topic // Standards
Curriculum standards
- The national curriculum in England: Key stages 1 and 2 framework document
- Eng/KS1/Y2/WC/3aEng/KS1/Y2/WC/3bEng/KS1/Y2/WC/3c
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