Audience
Reader impact
What great writing is measured against.
BandUp makes the marking guide visible: criteria, marks, and the specific writing moves that change a result.
A band estimate parents can understand.
BandUp scores against the NAPLAN 10-criterion rubric and returns a practical Band 4-10 estimate, with plain-language context for what to coach next.Scoring reasoningVocabulary focus
Reasoning
Image is strong, but the word choice should match the mood of the scene.
Focus areaPrecise vocabulary
Choose words that carry setting, emotion, and tension.
NAPLAN
10 criteria, 48 marks.
For Years 3, 5, 7, and 9. The same core criteria apply to narrative and persuasive writing, with one genre-specific craft criterion.
Text Structure
Whole-piece shape
Ideas
Specific content
Genre Craft
Devices or character
Vocabulary
Precise words
Cohesion
Smooth links
Paragraphing
Clear stages
Sentence Structure
Control and variety
Punctuation
Conventions
Spelling
Accurate words
Scholarship
5 criteria, 25 marks.
Scholarship and selective entry writing places more emphasis on originality, voice, polish, and intellectual control.
Structure & Organisation
Disciplined shape
Ideas & Content
Original thinking
Voice & Originality
Distinctive perspective
Language & Style
Polished expression
Grammar & Mechanics
Technical control