Primary Writing Assessment Rubric

Writing Assessment Rubric, Guidelines & Calibration Pack (Primary Writing | UK Curriculum)

A complete, teacher-friendly toolkit for consistent and accurate writing assessment across KS1 and KS2.

This pack includes everything you need to assess writing with confidence and ensure consistency across classes and year groups. Designed to align with UK primary writing standards, this resource helps teachers moderate writing effectively, set clear expectations, and support pupil progress.

What’s Included:

• Comprehensive Writing Rubric
  Covers key areas of writing - composition, grammar, punctuation, spelling, and presentation - with clear descriptors for each standard (Working Towards, Expected, Greater Depth).

• Teacher Guidelines
  Detailed guidance explaining how to interpret each criterion, including examples of what to look for in student writing.

• Calibration Sheets
  Structured moderation templates to use during team or phase meetings - ideal for aligning teacher judgments and developing consistency in assessment.

Ideal For:

Year 3–6 teachers

Writing moderation and standardisation meetings

Literacy leads and Assistant Heads

Whole-school writing assessment frameworks