GCSE Grade Descriptors: Writing

Grade Descriptors for GCSE Writing Grade Description A Students give information and narrate events both factually and imaginatively. They express and justify ideas and points of view. They produce longer sequences using a range of vocabulary, structure and tenses. Their spelling and grammar are generally accurate and the style is appropriate to the purpose. B Students produce longer pieces of writing on real and imaginary subjects. They link sentences and structure their ideas in paragraphs. They adapt previously learnt language. They edit and redraft their work. There may be occasional mistakes, but the meaning is clear. C Students express personal opinions and write in longer paragraphs about a variety of topics, both factual and imaginative, including past, present and future events, involving the use of different tenses. They use an appropriate register. The style is basic but despite some errors the writing conveys a clear message. D Students produce short paragraphs, using simple sentences, conveying information and opinions. They refer to everyday activities and recent experiences or future plans. There may be some mistakes, but the meaning can be understood with little or no difficulty. E Students write two or three short sentences on familiar topics. They convey information and express simple opinions such as likes and dislikes. Their spelling is readily understandable. F Students write short sentences and respond to written texts by substituting words and set phrases. There may be mistakes in spelling and grammar, but the main points are communicated. G Students write words and short phrases. Their spelling may be approximate, but the meaning is generally understandable.