Y06W10PA - How Lost Property Works

This week you wrote a noticeboard notice about the lost property system. Now you'll read another student's notice and decide how strong it is. Every module sharpens how you spot clear, useful writing.

Part 1

The Assessor Scorecard for

Transactional – Notice

Markers look for notices that share important information fast. Check each strand below to see what strong work looks like.

Ideas & Content

All the key facts a reader needs — nothing left out. A clear purpose readers grasp in seconds. The action to take is obvious from the start.

  • Complete, necessary information: all the key facts are included so readers know what to do.

Structure & Cohesion

Headings and bullets that make the notice easy to scan. White space that stops the page feeling crammed. Key details placed where the eye lands first.

  • Clear visual organisation: headings, bullets and white space make the notice easy to scan.

Audience & Purpose

Plain words a busy reader can grasp quickly. The most important point placed right at the top. No jargon that slows the reader down.

  • Plain language and key information first: simple language with the most important details placed up front.

Language Choices

Short, direct sentences — no extra words. Simple words readers don't need to puzzle over. Each line earns its place on the page.

  • Concise and direct language: language is simple and brief with no unnecessary words.

Conventions

Correct spelling and punctuation throughout. A title that stands out clearly at the top. Clean layout and font that's easy to read.

  • Correct spelling and punctuation, clear formatting: conventions are correct and the formatting supports clear reading.

Part 2

Today’s Marking Targets

Task in one sentence

Write a noticeboard notice that explains how the lost property system works clearly and quickly.

Let’s Focus

Two strands matter most this week: Conventions and Structure & Cohesion. Correct spelling, punctuation and neat formatting decide if the notice looks trusted. Clear visual order decides if readers can scan it fast.

Conventions

Strong writing this week looks polished at first glance. Spelling and punctuation are correct. Capitals are used properly for the title. Spacing stays consistent across sections. A neat, professional notice earns trust before the reader has even finished reading it.

What markers scan for

  • All words spelled correctly.
  • Accurate punctuation throughout.
  • A clear, well-marked title at the top.
  • Consistent spacing and a tidy, professional look.

Score Bands

  • Basic

    Spelling or punctuation errors appear and the formatting looks uneven.

  • Strong

    Spelling and punctuation are accurate and the formatting looks clean and consistent.

  • Excellent

    Conventions are flawless and the formatting looks polished and immediately trusted.

Structure & Cohesion

Strong writing this week is built so readers can scan it. Headings split the notice into clear sections. Bullets pull out key actions. White space stops the page feeling crammed. Readers should find what they need within seconds, not after a careful re-read.

What markers scan for

  • Clear headings that split the notice into sections.
  • Bullets that pull out key actions or details.
  • Enough white space to stop the page feeling crammed.
  • Most important information placed up top.

Score Bands

  • Basic

    Information is hard to scan and the layout feels crammed.

  • Strong

    Information is easy to scan and headings help readers find what they need.

  • Excellent

    Information is immediately accessible and the visual layout works at a glance.

Now read · Student sample

LOST PROPERTY SYSTEM

Year 6 sample · \~150 words

Student sample for assessment

Written by a Year 6 student in Box Hill, Victoria, Australia.

Have you lost something? Here's how to find it. Where Lost Items Are Kept All lost property is stored in the Office, in the lost property box. Items are kept for two weeks only. How to Find Your Item • Check the lost property box in the Office • Ask the Office staff to help you search • Describe your item (colour, size, what it looks like) • We will help you look through the box How to Report a Lost Item If you cannot find your item: • Tell an adult at school (teacher or Office staff) • Describe exactly what you lost • Tell them when and where you last saw it • Leave your name so we can contact you if it turns up How to Prevent Loss • Write your name inside belongings • Do not leave items unattended • Check you have everything before leaving a classroom • Use the lost property system promptly Important: Items not claimed within two weeks are donated or recycled. Questions? Ask the Office staff anytime.