Garlinge Primary School joined schools across the country in taking part in the annual No Pens Day on Wednesday{ 27th November}.
The event is a national initiative designed to encourage children to put down their pens and engage in a variety of creative, pen-free activities.
The day was packed with fun, interactive sessions where pupils honed their speaking and listening skills through storytelling, drama, group discussions, and problem-solving games. By focusing on communication rather than written work, children had the chance to explore new ways of learning and collaborating.
The children also got creative by completing many core and foundation subjects in different ways.
“No Pens Day is a fantastic opportunity for our children to express themselves, get creative, and learn in a way they’ll remember for years to come,” said Natasha Subramaniam, English Lead at Garlinge Primary School & Nursery.
“It’s not just about fun activities—it’s about understanding and supporting the 1.9 million children in the UK who struggle with talking and understanding words.”
The initiative also raises awareness of communication difficulties and highlights the importance of effective speaking and listening skills in the classroom.
The day ended with smiles all around and a renewed appreciation for the power of communication.
One pupil said: “I loved trying new ways to learn. It was so much fun working with my friends and using my voice to share ideas!”
For more information about No Pens Day, visit https://speechandlanguage.org.uk/get-involved/no-pens-day/
How do you help 1.9 million children in the UK who struggle with talking and understanding words?
Do you give more emphasis to learning English, No, you halt the English lessons and let them muck around with paints.
Those who can, do. And those who can’t do teach (sorry, for teach read muck around with paint)