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Engagement
Students who have never written a poem leave wanting to write another. The energy shifts from the first line.
Schools & education
Making poetry matter.
Poetry made cool, mainstream, and accessible. Workshops and talks that get students listening, writing, performing, and thinking differently.
Philosophy
Poetry as a tool for change.
Joseph's core belief is that poetry can change the world around us and the way we understand our own lives.
His workshops make spoken word accessible without making it smaller. Visual, audio, written, and performance-led learning sits on the same line, giving every student a way into the work.
Sessions can be adapted for age, ability, and group size. Workshops can be centred around a theme or based around a curriculum, according to what an organisation wants to achieve.
Why it works
What students take away.
Students are equipped with the skills to think critically, analytically, creatively, and independently.
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Confidence
Poetry becomes a way to find a voice, express an idea, and stand taller in front of other people.
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Curriculum alignment
Sessions complement the work teachers are already doing and can respond to texts, themes, and learning goals.
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Inclusivity
Visual, audio, written, and performance-led activities give every student a route into the work.
What is available
Sessions tailored to your setting.
Every school, class, and group is different. The work is built around your people and goals—not a one-size-fits-all package.
- 01Assembly performances
- 02Creative writing workshops
- 03Spoken word masterclasses
- 04Anti-bullying sessions
- 05Mental health and wellbeing
- 06Exam preparation
- 07Career talks
- 08Staff CPD sessions
Inside a workshop
See the energy in the room.
From performance and discussion to writing and sharing, every session gives students practical ways to find and use their own voices.
Learning through words
From the first line to their own voice.
A way into poetry.
Reading together gives younger students a place to begin. Listening, talking, and sharing ideas help make poetry accessible from the first session.
Listen. Write. Share.
Performance and discussion open the door to students' own writing. Workshops give them space to try out ideas, find their voice, and share their words with others.
From educators
What teachers say.
“He delivered a series of energetic, engaging poetry sessions to our three year 5 classes. He engaged and enthralled the children, then inspired even reluctant writers to create unique, thought-provoking pieces.”
Gillian Stewart
Deputy Headteacher, Monksdown Primary School
“His performances left some of our students literally open mouthed. The writing workshops gave them confidence and brought out their creativity.”
Miss Laura Ferries
Teacher of English and Literacy Co-ordinator, St Bedes Catholic High School
Bring spoken word into your school.
Energetic, engaging, and inclusive workshops for all ages and abilities. Single sessions and block bookings are available.