Notice writing

 Notice writing is an essential skill taught in middle school (Classes 6, 7, and 8). A notice is a formal means of communication meant to convey important information to a specific group of people. It is always enclosed in a box and follows a specific standard format.

The Standard Format of a Notice

 * Name of the School / Organization (at the very top)

 * NOTICE (written in capital letters)

 * Date of issuing the notice (left-aligned)

 * Heading / Subject (a brief statement of what the notice is about)

 * Body of the Notice (should cover the 5 Ws: What, When, Where, Who, and Whom to contact)

 * Signature, Name, and Designation of the person issuing the notice

Example 1: Lost and Found Notice (Common for Class 6 & 7)

> ABC PUBLIC SCHOOL, DELHI

> NOTICE

> 12 March 2026

> LOST: SCIENCE LAB MANUAL

> This is to inform all students that I lost my Class 7 Science Lab Manual yesterday during the recess period somewhere near the school canteen. The book has a dark blue plastic cover and my name "Aarav Sharma, Class 7-B" is written on the inner flyleaf.

> If anyone finds it, please hand it over to the undersigned or deposit it in the school lost-and-found office. A suitable reward will be given to the finder.

> Aarav Sharma

> Class 7-B

> 

Example 2: Notice for a School Event / Competition (Common for Class 7 & 8)

> ST. XAVIER’S HIGH SCHOOL, MUMBAI

> NOTICE

> 5 November 2026

> INTER-HOUSE DEBATE COMPETITION

> Our school is organizing an Inter-House Debate Competition for students of Classes 6 to 8. The details of the event are given below:

> * Date: 18 November 2026

> * Time: 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM

> * Venue: School Auditorium

> * Topic: "Are Mobile Phones Doing More Harm Than Good to Teenagers?"

> Interested students who wish to participate must give their names to their respective class teachers or English teachers latest by 12 November 2026. For any queries, contact the undersigned.

> Riya Sen

> Cultural Secretary

Key Tips to Remember for Exams

 * Word Limit: Keep the body concise and strictly within 50 words (excluding the format details).

 * Box: Always draw a neat box around the notice using a pencil.

 * Passive Voice: Try to use passive voice where possible (e.g., "It is hereby informed..." instead of "I am informing you...").