VCOP Level 1

Introduction to Big Write and VCOP – Teacher Training Programme

Empowering teachers with effective strategies to nurture confident, creative, and skilled writers in the classroom.

Our Big Write and VCOP Teacher Training Programme – Level 1 is designed to provide educators with a practical understanding of how to develop strong writing skills among students through structured, engaging, and purposeful approaches. This training introduces teachers to the principles of Big Write and the VCOP framework (Vocabulary, Connectives, Openers, and Punctuation), equipping them with tools to transform writing instruction into an inspiring learning experience.

What Teachers Will Learn

Understanding Big Write & VCOP

Teachers will be introduced to the concept and philosophy of Big Write, an approach that encourages children to think, discuss, plan, and write independently with confidence. The training explores how structured writing opportunities can enhance creativity, critical thinking, and language development.

Participants will gain a detailed understanding of  VCOP, a proven strategy for improving writing quality:

  • Vocabulary – building rich and ambitious word choices
  • Connectives – improving flow and cohesion in writing
  • Openers – encouraging variety in sentence beginnings
  • Punctuation – strengthening clarity, expression, and accuracy

Teachers will learn how to embed these elements naturally into everyday classroom practice.

Outcomes of the training

By the end of the programme, teachers will have:

  • A clear understanding of Big Write and VCOP methodologies
  • Practical classroom-ready strategies to improve student writing
  • Confidence in planning engaging writing sessions
  • Tools to assess and monitor writing progress effectively

This training is ideal for educators seeking innovative and impactful ways to strengthen writing instruction and inspire students to become confident, expressive writers.