Top Tips for NAPLAN Writing Success
Free webinar for teachers

NAPLAN writing. Even the mention of it can make teachers and students groan. But it doesn’t have to be that way. With the right preparation, it’s actually a chance for students to show what they can do.

In this free, practical webinar, we’ll show you how to reframe NAPLAN writing for your students, so their nerves go down and their creativity goes up.

You’ll …

  • get our top tips for lifting student writing in the lead-up to NAPLAN
  • try a high-impact classroom activity you can use straight away
  • see how our new AI-powered assessment tool can show you exactly where to focus your teaching.

You don’t need to be teaching a NAPLAN year level for this to help. These strategies work in any classroom and they’re a great way to set your students up for a confident start to 2027.

Who it’s for

Teachers who want practical, ready-to-use strategies for lifting student writing, whether you’re preparing for NAPLAN or simply want stronger writers in your classroom.

Details

  • Dates:
    • Monday 14 September: 4–5 PM (AEST)
    • Wednesday 28 October: 6–7 PM (AEST)
  • Format: Delivered live, online via Zoom
  • Cost: Free

What we’ll cover

  • How to reframe NAPLAN so students walk in confident, not anxious
  • How to make the biggest impact in a limited amount of time
  • Our top tips for fun and effective NAPLAN prep
  • How to identify your focus using our new AI-powered assessment tool
  • What ready-to-go resources are available to support you in the classroom

This session will be recorded but we recommend joining live. It’s practical and hands-on, with time to ask your questions.

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    Speaker

    Sarah Bakker
    Head of Education, Seven Steps to Writing Success
    Most Influential Educator 2026

    Sarah is a dedicated educator who is passionate about transforming how writing is taught. As our Head of Education, she leads the way in creating high-impact resources and professional learning that make writing lessons more effective, engaging and accessible for everyone. Sarah will be your host for this session.

    Already teaching Seven Steps?

    If you’re a member, you’ll find revision packs and resources to teach these techniques in the NAPLAN Writing Success course on Teacher Hub – and the AI tool is part of your subscription.

    Not a member? Find out more and sign up here

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