National Poetry Day Workshops
Bring National Poetry Day to life with a high-energy rap and poetry experience that inspires creativity, confidence, and connection.
National Poetry Day is the perfect time to celebrate creativity and self-expression — and this workshop brings poetry alive in a way students will never forget.
Through rhythm, rhyme, and performance, pupils explore the themes of the day, connect poetry to their own lives, and leave with renewed confidence in their voice and imagination.
What to Expect
In each workshop, pupils can:
🎤 Explore rhythm, rhyme, and spoken word through interactive rap activities
✍️ Create their own poems inspired by the National Poetry Day theme
🎭 Perform short verses or team pieces in a supportive environment
💬 Discover how poetry can express emotion, identity, and ideas
Curriculum Links
Our National Poetry Day workshops connect to:
📘 English: Poetry writing, vocabulary development, performance, and writing for purpose and audience
🗣️ Spoken Language: Oracy, presentation skills, and expressive communication
💭 PSHE: Confidence, self-expression, and emotional literacy through creative activities
🎵 Music: Understanding rhythm, tone, and flow in performance
See The Rap School in Action
Nothing brings our workshops to life better than seeing them in action. Watch this short video to get a feel for the energy, creativity, and engagement students experience.
Perfect For...
📅 National Poetry Day events in primary and secondary schools
📚 English or Literacy Week activities
🎓 Enrichment or off-timetable creative writing days
🎭 Assemblies or themed school-wide celebrations
🪶 Projects linking poetry, music, and performance
About The Rap School
The Rap School has delivered thousands of workshops across the UK, helping students connect literacy with creativity. Led by world champion rapper, TEDx speaker and published poet Rob Bradley (aka Jack Flash), every session combines fun, challenge, and achievement.
Ready to Book a Workshop?
If you have questions or want to book a workshop complete the form and bring creativity into your classroom.