In this lesson, we’ll discuss the basics of how to write a report and provide helpful tips along the way. So read on if you’re writing your first report or want some pointers on improving your writing skills!

You could be asked to write three types of reports in the 11 Plus exam: 

• an information report
• an explanation report or 
• a discussion report. 

Let’s look at each one in a bit more detail.

An information report relays factual information about a particular subject. This type of report is often used in the sciences to communicate the results of an experiment. When writing an information report, it’s essential to use clear and concise language so your reader can easily understand the data you are presenting. This can be an information leaflet, a school newsletter, etc.

An explanation report seeks to explain how or why something happens. This type of report is common in history and social studies classes. When writing an explanation report, using specific and concrete examples to support your claims is important.

A discussion report presents different points of view on a particular issue. This type of report is often used in English and language arts classes. When writing a discussion report, it’s important to be objective and present both sides of the argument fairly. This can be a newspaper article or a speech.