Band 6.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 6.0 · Cambridge IELTS 19 · 2026-08-05

IELTS Writing Task 1 question

You would like to reduce your working hours in order to study part time.

Write a letter to your boss. In your letter

• explain why you want to reduce your working hours
• say which hours you would like to work
• describe how your part-time studies would benefit your employer

You do NOT need to write any addresses.

Begin your letter as follows:

Dear ....................................,

Student answer (Band 6.0)

Dear Sir,

Hope you are doing great

I would like to inform you that from this September, I will pursue my further studies at St. Clair College in Whitby. So, I am not able to attend full time job in your organization.

According to my school timetable, more of my classes are in the evening and I have to go to school to attend them as none of the class is online. So, you are kindly requested t please change my work schedule from full time to part time.

Last time, when I applied for the med cert position with in the organization the HR told me that I am not elegibile to do that as I do not have the certificate. so, I decided to start my studies again and complete my certification to shw my skills within the organization.

I would be really appreciate if you can process my request as soon as possible.

Many thanks

Kind Regards,

Shikha Sharma

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 6.0

You have addressed all three bullet points required by the task. You explained your intention to study, mentioned the need for a schedule change, and linked your studies to professional development. However, the response is slightly underdeveloped in terms of the specific hours you would like to work. You mention that classes are in the evening, but you do not explicitly state your preferred working hours (e.g., 'I would like to work mornings only' or 'I am available from 9 AM to 2 PM'). Providing this specific detail would have made the letter more functional and professional, aligning better with the requirements of a formal request.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 6.0

The letter follows a logical progression, moving from the announcement of your studies to the request for a schedule change and the justification for it. Paragraphing is used, though the paragraphs are quite short and could be better connected. You use some basic cohesive devices like 'So' and 'Last time', but the flow is occasionally a bit mechanical. To improve, try using more varied linking words such as 'consequently', 'furthermore', or 'in light of this' to create a smoother transition between your personal situation and your professional request.

Lexical Resource — Band 6.0

Your vocabulary is generally adequate for the task, allowing you to communicate your needs clearly. You use some relevant terms like 'full time', 'part time', and 'organization'. However, there are some spelling errors ('elegibile', 'shw') and minor word choice issues, such as 'med cert position' which is informal and unclear. To reach a higher band, aim to use more precise professional terminology and ensure your spelling is accurate. For instance, instead of 'I am not able to attend full time job', a more natural phrasing would be 'I am unable to continue working full-time'.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 6.0

You demonstrate a mix of simple and complex sentence structures, which is appropriate for this level. There are several grammatical errors, such as 'I would be really appreciate' (should be 'I would really appreciate') and 'none of the class is online' (should be 'none of the classes are online'). Punctuation is also inconsistent, particularly with missing commas and the informal opening. While these errors do not prevent the reader from understanding your message, they do occur frequently enough to impact the overall accuracy of your writing.

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