The Programme
Curriculum
“The greatest secrets are always hidden in the most unlikely places.”
“And isn't that what a poem is? A lantern glowing in the dark.”
“Be yourself. Above all, let who you are, what you are, what you believe, shine through every sentence you write.”
Our creative writing curriculum is a specially designed journey, guiding students from the spark of an idea all the way to a finished, publishable piece. Built around the real-life experience of working author Hannah Bent, the program demystifies the writing process, guiding students to generate original ideas, develop voice and structure, draft with confidence, edit ruthlessly, and prepare work for publication.
Budding writers not only improve literacy and craft but also gain the confidence to see themselves as authors. By the end, students have not only honed their storytelling excellence but also experienced the pride and empowerment that comes from sharing their stories with a real audience.
This tailor-made curriculum is inspired by aspects of leading international English Language Arts (ELA) frameworks, such as US Common Core (CCSS ELA), the UK National Curriculum, the Australian Curriculum (ACARA), and the IB Primary Years Programme. The workshop unfolds across six distinct phases (from conceptualisation to publishing), mirroring how professional authors move from an initial spark to a printed book.
The workshop architecture is inspired by three recognized foundational frameworks in English pedagogy:
- Writers' Workshop Model — Donald Graves / Lucy Calkins
- The 6+1 Trait® Writing Model — Ruth Culham
- NCTE / IRA Standards — Emphasizing student adaptation of written language for authentic audiences and purposes.
Whilst immersed in creative writing exploration, young writers will be exposed to age-appropriate grammar and spelling fundamentals, as well as expanded and complex vocabulary, equipping them with a solid writers' toolkit.
Page Zero gives your child an authentic author residency, taking them from the first kernel of an idea all the way to published work.