There is no statutory requirement to have a handwriting and presentation policy
However, you may want to create one. It can help you set out to staff, governors and parents/carers:
- Your approach to teaching, monitoring and assessing handwriting
- How you meet the requirements in the National Curriculum (maintained schools) or the requirement for 'a broad and balanced curriculum' (academies), and best practice recommended by Ofsted
This might help keep you accountable and achieve any relevant objectives in your school improvement plan.
Some schools have separate presentation policies
This might cover presentation of books, and pen and pencil use in all subjects.
See the end of this article for an example of a specific presentation policy to inspire you, if you choose to create one.
Know what to include in your handwriting and presentation policy
The purpose and aims of your handwriting and presentation policy How you meet the National Curriculum requirements