Instructions
WRITING TASK 1
You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.
A local school has advertised for people to do unpaid work helping at the school. You would like to do some work at the school in your free time.
Write a letter to the school principal. In your letter
• explain why you would like to do unpaid work at the school
• say what type of unpaid work you would be able to do
• give details of when you would be available for this work
Write at least 150 words.
You do NOT need to write any addresses.
Begin your letter as follows:
Dear Sir or Madam,
Top rated answers
Here are the 5 highest scoring answers by real-users for this IELTS Writing Task 1 Letter Writing topic.
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
20 days ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
20 days ago
Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to express my strong desire to volunteer at your esteemed school during my off-time. Although a full-time data scientist, I consider myself a life-long learner and would be keen to share my knowledge and experience in the academics. Through your website, I learnt that management at your school is actively inviting applications with proficiency in technical skills. I am delighted to inform you that I am not only technically savvy but also demonstrate excellent pedagogical skills. Moreover, in my job I seldom get enough opportunity to communicate and interact. My professional portfolio, displays all the project details I had undertaken during my leisure time. You can access my portfolio by visiting the URL link from the signature below. The portal will also have link to my youtube channel, that have recorded contents especially curated for school-going children. Due to my busy schedule I will be available only on weekends and I would be glad to connect with you virtually to discuss this further. Looking forward to collaborate with you. Yours Faithfully, James www.learnersparadise.com
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
1 month 4 days ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
1 month 4 days ago
Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing this letter to show my interest for volunteer work at your school in my free time. I am a teacher so I know education is mandatory for each and every student. This is one the major reason why I am interested in this work. Secondly, nowadays it is very hard for poor people to educate their child so I believe that with this work I can atleast help some impoverished children in their edification. I am working as an English trainer in private institute, and I have 5 years experience in teaching. This skill will prove fruitful for students of your school. Therefore, I am always there for your assistance in teaching this international language. As I am a workaholic person, I am able to devote time for students in evening only, from 5 pm to 8 pm, since I am busy in morning time. Also, every Saturday I have day off, so it will also be the best time for voluntary work. Looking forward to hearing from you soon! Yours faithfully, Khushi
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
1 month 4 days ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
1 month 4 days ago
Dear Sir or Madam, I, Dr.Bharath.M, am writing this letter to you expressing interest in your recent advertisement for providing help at your school. I would find it more than a pleasure to offer my services at your disposal for the betterment of this school and its students. I would be grateful if you could kindly oblige and allow me to help with whatever is necessary, as i have been a student of this school myself in childhood. In addition, it would be beneficial if i could apply as a part time biology teacher, for it is an area of my expertise and I shall engage the students whole heartedly. In case there is any need for donations, I could help in this too by making one of my own amount, and further aid in garnering additional doantions from the contacts known personally to me. As for matters regarding when I would be able to volunteer, my schedule allows me to be free on Tuesday and Friday mornings, during which you are more than welcome to avail my time. Looking forward to hearing from you. Yours Faithfully, Dr. Bharath.M
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
2 months 6 days ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
2 months 6 days ago
Dear Sir or Madam, I hope you are doing well. I came across an article yesterday, in the times of India newspaper, in which you had mentioned the requirement of a person who is willing to do unpaid voluntary work at your school. I am currently working as a accountant in the company called Ernst and Young, as I am having a tight schedule on weekdays, so I am available to do this voluntary work on saturdays and sundays. I always wanted to do such volunteer work since childhood, I have always achieved higher grades in mathematics since my school days. I am willing to do such work in order to share my knowledge of mathematics to the pupils of your school. This will help them in upgrading their knowledge. I am also keen to give them a visual presentation on the projector, this will make them understand the equations well by heart.Additionally, this will improve their calculation skills. I hope you will give me a chance to be of some help to your pupils. Looking forward to hearing from you. Yours faithfully, Puneet Sharma
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
2 months 14 days ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
2 months 14 days ago
Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to apply in response to an advertisment for volunteer work at the school during my free time. Growing up, I've enjoyed participating in community work and it has greatly shaped who I am. Some of the best lessons I've learned are from the different volunteer groups I've joined over the years and this would be a great oppotunity for me to blend into the new school. I am good at planning and execution, as well as keeping a track of inventory. I've recently heard that the college canteen is revamping the menu, and i would be resourceful there. I have classes from Monday to Thurday till 2 PM. I will be free post the class everyday from 2 PM to 6 PM and also from 10 AM to 6 PM on friday and Saturday. I hope you consider my candidature. I am happy to provide any further documents required. Thanking you, Yours sincerely, Geetika
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Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
20 days ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
20 days ago
Dear Sir/Madam, I am writing to express my strong desire to volunteer at your esteemed school during my off-time. Although a full-time data scientist, I consider myself a life-long learner and would be keen to share my knowledge and experience in the academics. Through your website, I learnt that management at your school is actively inviting applications with proficiency in technical skills. I am delighted to inform you that I am not only technically savvy but also demonstrate excellent pedagogical skills. Moreover, in my job I seldom get enough opportunity to communicate and interact. My professional portfolio, displays all the project details I had undertaken during my leisure time. You can access my portfolio by visiting the URL link from the signature below. The portal will also have link to my youtube channel, that have recorded contents especially curated for school-going children. Due to my busy schedule I will be available only on weekends and I would be glad to connect with you virtually to discuss this further. Looking forward to collaborate with you. Yours Faithfully, James www.learnersparadise.com
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
1 month 4 days ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
1 month 4 days ago
Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing this letter to show my interest for volunteer work at your school in my free time. I am a teacher so I know education is mandatory for each and every student. This is one the major reason why I am interested in this work. Secondly, nowadays it is very hard for poor people to educate their child so I believe that with this work I can atleast help some impoverished children in their edification. I am working as an English trainer in private institute, and I have 5 years experience in teaching. This skill will prove fruitful for students of your school. Therefore, I am always there for your assistance in teaching this international language. As I am a workaholic person, I am able to devote time for students in evening only, from 5 pm to 8 pm, since I am busy in morning time. Also, every Saturday I have day off, so it will also be the best time for voluntary work. Looking forward to hearing from you soon! Yours faithfully, Khushi
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
1 month 4 days ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
1 month 4 days ago
Dear Sir or Madam, I, Dr.Bharath.M, am writing this letter to you expressing interest in your recent advertisement for providing help at your school. I would find it more than a pleasure to offer my services at your disposal for the betterment of this school and its students. I would be grateful if you could kindly oblige and allow me to help with whatever is necessary, as i have been a student of this school myself in childhood. In addition, it would be beneficial if i could apply as a part time biology teacher, for it is an area of my expertise and I shall engage the students whole heartedly. In case there is any need for donations, I could help in this too by making one of my own amount, and further aid in garnering additional doantions from the contacts known personally to me. As for matters regarding when I would be able to volunteer, my schedule allows me to be free on Tuesday and Friday mornings, during which you are more than welcome to avail my time. Looking forward to hearing from you. Yours Faithfully, Dr. Bharath.M
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
2 months 6 days ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
2 months 6 days ago
Dear Sir or Madam, I hope you are doing well. I came across an article yesterday, in the times of India newspaper, in which you had mentioned the requirement of a person who is willing to do unpaid voluntary work at your school. I am currently working as a accountant in the company called Ernst and Young, as I am having a tight schedule on weekdays, so I am available to do this voluntary work on saturdays and sundays. I always wanted to do such volunteer work since childhood, I have always achieved higher grades in mathematics since my school days. I am willing to do such work in order to share my knowledge of mathematics to the pupils of your school. This will help them in upgrading their knowledge. I am also keen to give them a visual presentation on the projector, this will make them understand the equations well by heart.Additionally, this will improve their calculation skills. I hope you will give me a chance to be of some help to your pupils. Looking forward to hearing from you. Yours faithfully, Puneet Sharma
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
2 months 14 days ago
Band 6-7
IELTS Learner
2 months 14 days ago
Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing to apply in response to an advertisment for volunteer work at the school during my free time. Growing up, I've enjoyed participating in community work and it has greatly shaped who I am. Some of the best lessons I've learned are from the different volunteer groups I've joined over the years and this would be a great oppotunity for me to blend into the new school. I am good at planning and execution, as well as keeping a track of inventory. I've recently heard that the college canteen is revamping the menu, and i would be resourceful there. I have classes from Monday to Thurday till 2 PM. I will be free post the class everyday from 2 PM to 6 PM and also from 10 AM to 6 PM on friday and Saturday. I hope you consider my candidature. I am happy to provide any further documents required. Thanking you, Yours sincerely, Geetika
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