Band 7.0 IELTS Writing Task 1 Model Answer

Overall Band Score: 7.0 · Cambridge IELTS 13 · 2026-09-11

IELTS Writing Task 1 question

The plans below show the layout of a university’s sports centre now, and how it will look after redevelopment.

Summarize the information by selecting and reporting the main features, and make comparisons where relevant.

Student answer (Band 7.0)

The diagrams detail the present construction of a sports club and plans for its renovation. Looking from an overall perspective, it is readily apparent that there are plans to remove the outdoor courts and expand the gym with additional facilities for swimming, changing, dancing, and activities largely unrelated to exercise, like shopping having coffee.

At the moment, the university's main building is flanked by large outdoor courts. The plan is to remove the western courts in favour of a leisure pool larger in size then the current pool, which will itself remain unchanged during renovations. The entire main building will not undergo alterations, including the changing rooms, reception, and seating area. The only slight exception is that the gym on the northern end of the building will be lengthened eastward and connect with two new adjoining dance studios.

The outdoor court on the eastern side will be replaced by a sports hall, and to the southeast of the sports hall, the university will add an additional changing room, which is mirrored by the same room in the southwestern corner of the plans and an abutting cafe to the west. the large entrance are will not be impeded in any way but a new sports shop will open next to the westernmost changing room.

AI examiner evaluation

Task Achievement / Task Response — Band 7.0

The response effectively covers all key features of the sports centre redevelopment. You have successfully identified the major changes, such as the removal of outdoor courts and the addition of the leisure pool, sports hall, and new facilities. The overview is clear and provides a good summary of the transformation. To reach a higher band, ensure that all comparisons are precise; for instance, you mention the leisure pool is 'larger in size then' the current one, which is a good use of comparison. The inclusion of details like the shop and cafe demonstrates a thorough engagement with the visual data.

Coherence and Cohesion — Band 7.5

The essay is logically organised with a clear progression from an overview to specific details. Paragraphing is used effectively to group related information, such as the changes to the main building in the second paragraph and the new additions in the third. Cohesive devices like 'At the moment', 'The only slight exception', and 'to the southeast of' are used appropriately to guide the reader. The flow is smooth, and the relationship between the current and future states is clearly articulated throughout the text.

Lexical Resource — Band 7.0

You demonstrate a good range of vocabulary appropriate for describing maps and plans, such as 'flanked', 'undergo alterations', 'lengthened', and 'abutting'. The language is generally precise and natural. There is a minor error in 'larger in size then' (should be 'than'), but this does not impede communication. You successfully use topic-specific vocabulary related to the sports centre, which helps in conveying the information clearly and professionally.

Grammatical Range and Accuracy — Band 7.0

The response displays a good mix of simple and complex sentence structures. Most sentences are error-free and demonstrate good control over grammar and punctuation. There are a few minor slips, such as the missing capital letter at the start of the final sentence ('the large entrance...') and the confusion between 'then' and 'than'. However, these are rare and do not detract from the overall clarity of the writing. The use of passive voice and descriptive clauses is well-handled.

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