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Children's and Young People's Writing in 2012: Findings from the National Literacy Trust's Annual Literacy Survey.

We are a national charity dedicated to raising literacy levels in the UK. Our research and analysis make us the leading authority on literacy. We run projects in the poorest communities, campaign to make literacy a priority for politicians and parents, and support schools. Visit www.literacytrust.org.uk to find out more, donate or sign up for a free email newsletter. You can also find us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter. We will consider requests to use extracts or data from this publication provided that you: • Acknowledge that the content is the work of the National Literacy Trust and provide appropriate references in any publications or accompanying publicity; • State that any views expressed are yours and not necessarily those of the National Literacy Trust. 2013 3 Acknowledgements We would like to thank the pupils and staff at the following schools without whom this study would not have been possible: Our sincere thanks to Slaughter and May for their generous financial contribution that enabled us to conduct this annual survey. More attention needs to be paid to KS4 and KS3 pupils when it comes to enjoyment of writing and attitudes towards writing but trends for KS2 pupils also highlight a cause for