Assessing Writing

AF1 write imaginative, interesting and thoughtful texts. I can write imaginatively and with confidence. I use lots of devices which have impact on my reader.

Level 7

AF2 produce texts which are appropriate to task, reader and purpose. I can write in an original and engaging way. I make sure my writing is suitable for purpose and audience.

AF3 organise and present whole texts effectively. I can organise ideas in a sophisticated way. I make sure my reader can follow the direction of my writing and share my viewpoint. I can organise ideas clearly. I make sure my reader can follow the direction of my writing so they dont get confused. I can organise ideas clearly into appropriate paragraphs. My writing is cohesive due to links between paragraphs. I can organise my writing by related points or by time sequence. I use a clear opening and closing and generally order ideas logically.

Level 6

I can write imaginatively. I use a number of devices which often have an impact on my reader.

I can write many different kinds of texts. I make sure my writing is suitable for purpose and audience.

Level 5

I can develop ideas with imaginative detail and I can maintain a clear viewpoint.

I can write with clear purpose. I make sure that my writing maintains my readers interest and is in the appropriate form. I can occasionally write with clear purpose and form. My writing style sometimes maintains my readers interest.

AF4 construct paragraphs and use cohesion within and between paragraphs. I can structure paragraphs so they subtly support the purpose of the text. I use cohesive devices within paragraphs for effect. I can structure paragraphs so they clearly support the purpose of the text. I use cohesive devices within paragraphs to add to effects. I can structure paragraphs so they help to support the purpose of my writing. I use cohesive devices within paragraphs. I can structure paragraphs so they help to organise content. I use a limited range of connectives and simple links between paragraphs. I can structure paragraphs, but some are confused. I link sentences within paragraphs, but my links can be disjointed.

AF5 vary sentences for clarity, purpose and effect. I can use a range of sentences that are suitable for purpose. I am consistently confident at using sentences to create effects. I can use simple and complex sentences that are suitable for purpose. I am confident at using sentences to create effects. I can use a variety of sentences to create clarity and emphasis. I use connectives and sentences to build up detail. I can vary the length and structure of my sentences at times. Occasionally, I use subordinate clauses. Often, I use tenses and verbs accurately. I can use simple sentences mainly. The connectives I use are usually and, but, and so. My use of tenses and verbs is not always secure.

AF6 write with technical accuracy of syntax, punctuation. I can use ambitious syntax. I make sure that I use a full range of consistently accurate punctuation. I can use accurate syntax. I make sure that I use a full range of consistently accurate punctuation. I can use a range of syntax and punctuation, although I sometimes make errors with difficult structures. I can accurately demarcate sentences. Mostly, I use speech marks accurately. I try to use other types of punctuation, such as commas. I can use straightforward punctuation such as full stops, capital letters, question marks, commas and exclamation marks.

AF7 select appropriate and effective vocabulary. I can use a range of vocabulary consistently. I make sure it is appropriate for audience and purpose. I can use a range of vocabulary that is generally ambitious and appropriate for audience and purpose.

AF8 use correct spelling.

I can spell accurately with only a small number of errors in ambitious or complex words.

I can spell accurately with occasional errors in ambitious or complex words.

I can use a reasonably wide range of vocabulary, although I do not always use it appropriately.

I can spell commonly used words accurately. I make mistakes with double consonants.

Level 4

I can use relevant ideas and content. Some of my ideas are developed in detail.

I can choose vocabulary appropriate to the topic. At times, I deliberately use vocabulary for effect.

I can spell most common functional words correctly, e.g.

because, although I can spell most ly

Level 3

I can use some appropriate ideas. I try to expand on basic information/ events and I try to adopt a clear viewpoint.

I can sometimes establish a clear purpose and use some features of form. Sometimes, my writing maintains my readers interest

I can organise my writing by grouping some related points together. I usually use a clear opening and closing and try to order my ideas.

I can choose vocabulary that is simple, but generally appropriate. I try to use words for effect.

adverbs correctly. I make mistakes in common homophones and in word endings. I can sometimes spell common functional words correctly such as could and with. I make mistakes in word endings.