How to write a formal report (Paper 2)
The whole point of reports is that the provider of the report is advising a body of people to take certain actions
based on the argument and evidence.
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Explanatory Title –taken from task itself
Clear indication of writer and recipient e.g. ‘Report for the School Governors on Improving the
Appearance of the School’
Sub-headings focus the reader on key aspects
Formal language/Standard English – never address the reader directly
Only writing where ‘Introduction’ and ‘Conclusion’ can appear as actual sub-headings
Can also use bullet points – but don’t overuse! (You have to show you can write something sustained and
substantial)
End with a summary and a set of recommendations (often in a list form)
How to write a formal report (Paper 2)
The whole point of reports is that the provider of the report is advising a body of people to take certain actions
based on the argument and evidence.
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





Explanatory Title –taken from task itself
Clear indication of writer and recipient e.g. ‘Report for the School Governors on Improving the
Appearance of the School’
Sub-headings focus the reader on key aspects
Formal language/Standard English – never address the reader directly
Only writing where ‘Introduction’ and ‘Conclusion’ can appear as actual sub-headings
Can also use bullet points – but don’t overuse! (You have to show you can write something sustained and
substantial)
End with a summary and a set of recommendations (often in a list form)
How to write a formal report (Paper 2)
The whole point of reports is that the provider of the report is advising a body of people to take certain actions
based on the argument and evidence.
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





Explanatory Title –taken from task itself
Clear indication of writer and recipient e.g. ‘Report for the School Governors on Improving the
Appearance of the School’
Sub-headings focus the reader on key aspects
Formal language/Standard English – never address the reader directly
Only writing where ‘Introduction’ and ‘Conclusion’ can appear as actual sub-headings
Can also use bullet points – but don’t overuse! (You have to show you can write something sustained and
substantial)
End with a summary and a set of recommendations (often in a list form)