BBC '500 words' competition

The annual '500 words' story writing competition run by the BBC closes on 8th November 2024 - An ideal half-term time-filler.

Each year the BBC runs the '500 words' story writing competition. Open to all children aged from 5-11 years old, this competition helps children to create a unique and exciting piece of writing on a theme that is of interest to them.

If you are interested, click here to take a look at the BBC's 500 words site: https://www.bbc.co.uk/teach/500-words