Functional Skills L1 Writing

L1 Writing: Accident Report

Learn how to write a clear, factual accident report with causes, details and recommendations.

L1 Writing: Diary Entry

Learn how to write a personal diary entry using feelings, details and organised paragraphs.

L1 Writing: Web Form

Learn how to complete a web form clearly and accurately using appropriate information and language.

Article Writing

Learn how to structure an engaging article with a clear title, paragraphs and conclusion.

Formal Email Writing

Learn how to write a professional formal email with a clear subject, polite tone and suitable closing.

Informal Email Writing

Learn how to write a friendly and appropriately structured informal email.

Formal Letter Writing

Learn how to write a clear and professional formal letter using the correct layout and language.

Web Forum Response

Learn how to contribute to a web forum by responding to others and expressing your own views clearly.

Review Writing

Learn how to write an effective review by describing, giving opinions, reasons and a clear recommendation.

Exam Links

Access official Pearson Functional Skills English past papers and assessment materials.

How to use these L1 writing resources

Choose one writing format above and begin with the PowerPoint lesson. Study the purpose, audience, layout and language before attempting the practice questions. Use the model answers to identify effective organisation, suitable vocabulary and accurate punctuation, but always write your own response.

Build confidence for the L1 writing exam

Plan briefly before you write. Include every point from the task, organise ideas into clear paragraphs and select a tone that suits the reader. Leave time to check spelling, sentence boundaries, capital letters and verb agreement. Regular, focused practice will help you write accurately and manage your time under exam conditions.

Continue your Functional Skills learning

Return to the Functional Skills English Level 1 course for reading and speaking, listening and communication activities. When you are ready, use the official Pearson exam-materials link below to practise complete writing papers.