Unlocking Creativity: Why Creative Writing is a Fantastic Choice for Home-Educated Young Peoplep

Creative writing isn’t just a fun way to pass the time—it’s an amazing tool for learning, self-expression, and developing skills across different subjects. My 14-week creative writing course is designed for young writers (ages 8-18) to explore their creativity in a friendly and supportive space, helping them find their voice while improving key academic skills.

Why Creative Writing is So Valuable

Writing stories does way more than just fill up a notebook. It gives young people the chance to express their thoughts, explore new ideas, and build confidence. Plus, it helps in lots of other areas too:

• English & Literacy – The more you write, the better you get at spelling, grammar, and expressing yourself.

• Critical Thinking – Coming up with characters and plots is great for problem-solving and thinking outside the box.

• History & Social Studies – Writing about different time periods sparks curiosity and research skills.

• Science & Maths – Believe it or not, writing mysteries or sci-fi helps with logical thinking and attention to detail.

• Public Speaking & Communication – Sharing stories with others boosts confidence and helps kids express ideas clearly.

What’s Special About This Course?

Over 14 weeks, I’ll guide young writers through everything from creating characters to building exciting worlds and crafting engaging plots. Each session is fun and interactive, with plenty of chances to chat, get feedback, and try out different writing exercises. No matter their experience level, every student will feel supported and encouraged.

Why Join?

• A relaxed and welcoming space where creativity can flourish.

• Friendly guidance to help develop writing skills in a stress-free way.

• A chance to experiment with different genres and storytelling styles.

• Meet other young writers and make new friends.

• A final project to showcase their hard work and creativity.

Creative writing isn’t just about telling stories—it’s about developing essential life skills, boosting confidence, and having fun. If you’re looking for an educational yet enjoyable course, this 14-week programme is a fantastic opportunity.

Want to know more? Get in touch and grab a spot! Email me at [email protected]

The course starts Monday 10th March 2015

10 am for 8-12s

11:15 for 13-18s

Each week includes a 1-hour live group session, one recorded webinar on my own learning platform, plus homework with feedback.

Cost: £10 per week or £140 for the complete course (payable in advance)

Extra 1-1s are available at £40 per hour.

Please inform of any extra support requirements.