The Creative Writing Club is open to students from Years 4 - 6, who are interested in writing and who enjoy creative collaboration.  There is no emphasis placed on ability for entry; rather, we welcome students who have a passion for the written word.  Within a safe and creative space, students are able to share their writing samples and receive feedback from others in the club.  Feedback is framed very positively and students have freedom of choice when selecting which pieces to share.

The Creative Writing Club members are encouraged to gradually build the use of sensory detail in their writing, so as to engage readers on a more personal level.  We work through an ‘object writing’ program in which timed writing activities are given each week.  This program helps students to strengthen their use of metaphor and simile within imaginative contexts, and to move away from ‘literal’ thinking and expression.  Students explore the power of verbs and learn to edit their writing effectively, developing control over use of adjectives and pronouns.  The writing program also incorporates elements of music and drama through topics such as songwriting and script writing.