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Report Writing

How to write a report for a pupil you're worried about

How to write an honest school report for a pupil who is struggling — academically, emotionally, or both — with care and without the jargon.

8 July 2026·3 min read
Report Writing

Report writing phrases to avoid — and what to say instead

The report phrases that have stopped meaning anything — and better alternatives that actually tell parents something.

5 July 2026·3 min read
Report Writing

How to write school reports faster: a practical guide for primary teachers

A practical, honest guide to writing primary school reports faster — without cutting corners on quality.

2 July 2026·3 min read
Report Writing

How to write reports for SEN pupils: a practical guide

A practical guide to writing school reports for pupils with SEND — honest, specific, and compassionate.

29 June 2026·3 min read
Report Writing

Report phrases for Science, PE, Art, and foundation subjects

Report phrases for primary teachers covering Science, PE, Art, RE, PSHE, and other foundation subjects — specific and ready to adapt.

26 June 2026·3 min read
Report Writing

Report phrases for English: reading, writing, and everything in between

A practical bank of English report phrases for primary teachers — reading, writing, and spoken language, for all year groups and levels.

23 June 2026·3 min read
Report Writing

Report phrases for Maths: from Year 1 to Year 6

A comprehensive bank of maths report phrases for primary teachers — covering all year groups, attainment levels, and targets.

20 June 2026·3 min read
Report Writing

How to write Year 6 end-of-year reports: the ones that really matter

Year 6 reports are the ones parents hold onto. Here's how to write them well — honestly, warmly, and without losing your weekend.

17 June 2026·3 min read
Report Writing

Report phrases for Year 5: preparing parents for the final stretch

Report phrases for Year 5 teachers — specific, honest language that prepares parents for the run into Year 6 without unnecessary alarm.

14 June 2026·3 min read
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