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"Write a story you would love to read". BBC's 500 Words, the UK's largest children's writing competition for children aged 5-11 year-olds.


Inspiring the next generation of writers

500 Words is the UK's largest story writing competition for 5-11 year-olds. The 2024/25 competition has now closed for entries.

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  • Everything you need to know


  • What are the 500 Words prizes?


Everything you need to know about 500 Words

  • Spencer: “It’s about the story and nothing else” Video

  • Spencer: “It’s about the story and nothing else”
  • After being initially hesitant to enter the competition, Spencer, who is dyslexic, went on to win the silver award in the 8-11 category.



  • Silver winner Clara: “It was like a dream come true”


  • The importance of 500 Words stories: explaining the Oxford University Press report


  • What makes a brilliant 500 Words story?


  • Catch up on the 500 Words 2024 Live Lesson


  • Frequently asked questions


  • Our partners


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Not every story starts with words - 500 Words partners Beano share their to

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