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Fri Oct 02 2026 at 09:30 am to 02:30 pm UTC+01:00

Understanding and Supporting Handwriting Difficulties

  • Richmond School and Sixth Form College · Richmond
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Understanding and Supporting Handwriting Difficulties
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Handwriting is a key skill for success across the curriculum, requiring the integration of motor, perceptual, and cognitive abilities. Difficulties with handwriting can impact confidence, participation, and academic achievement. This practical training day will help delegates understand the factors affecting handwriting development and performance, identify common difficulties, and implement effective support strategies.
Topics covered:
Biomechanical and ergonomic factors affecting handwriting
Handwriting from perceptual-motor and kinaesthetic perspectives
Identifying handwriting difficulties in primary and secondary pupils
Understanding factors underlying poor handwriting performance
When keyboard use may be an appropriate recommendation
Assessment, intervention, and support planning
By the end of the day, delegates will be able to:
Analyse handwriting samples causing concern
Identify factors affecting handwriting performance
Develop targeted intervention plans
Make informed recommendations to support written communication
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