150 Report Card Comments for Teachers (Ready to Use)

Writing a comment for every child at the end of term is one of the most tiring parts of a teacher's job. By the thirtieth report card, every child starts to sound like "a good student who should work harder."

This list gives you 150 report card comments you can use as they are or adapt, grouped by performance, conduct, attendance and more. There are also sections for nursery classes, head teachers and principals, and end-of-session promotion remarks. Below the list you'll find a few simple rules for writing comments parents actually read.

Where you see [Name], use the child's first name. Small changes like that make a stock comment feel personal.

Excellent performance

1. An excellent result. Keep it up!
2. An outstanding performance this term. [Name] should keep aiming higher.
3. Excellent work in all subjects. A true role model for the class.
4. A brilliant result that reflects hard work and dedication.
5. [Name] has worked consistently and the result shows it. Well done.
6. Exceptional performance. Keep up the good work and stay focused.
7. A remarkable result. [Name] is a pleasure to teach.
8. Superb effort across the board. Keep shining.
9. An impressive result. [Name] grasps new topics quickly and applies them well.
10. Excellent performance. [Name] sets a high standard for classmates.
11. Outstanding work. Keep reading widely to stay ahead.
12. A first-class result. Congratulations on a well-deserved position.
13. [Name] combines intelligence with hard work. An excellent term.
14. A very strong performance. Continue to challenge yourself.
15. Excellent result. [Name]'s commitment to learning is clear in every subject.

Very good performance

1. A very good result. With a little more effort, [Name] can reach the top.
2. Very good performance this term. Keep working hard.
3. [Name] has done very well. Aim for excellence next term.
4. A commendable result. Keep up the effort.
5. Very good work. More attention to detail will bring even better results.
6. A very good term. [Name] participates actively and it shows.
7. Well done. [Name] is capable of even more.
8. A strong result. Keep building on this progress.
9. Very good performance. Continue to ask questions in class.
10. A pleasing result. [Name] should keep up the good study habits.
11. Very good effort. A little more revision will make a big difference.
12. [Name] is a hardworking student with a very good result.
13. A very good term's work. Keep it up.
14. Very good. [Name] shows real promise in most subjects.
15. Good, steady work this term. The next step is excellence.

Average performance

1. A fair result. [Name] can do better with more effort.
2. An average performance. More time on revision is needed.
3. [Name] has potential that is not yet fully used. Work harder next term.
4. A satisfactory result. More focus in class will help.
5. Fair performance. [Name] should practise more at home.
6. An average term. More reading and less distraction will improve the result.
7. [Name] tries, but needs to be more consistent.
8. A fair result. Ask the teacher for help whenever a topic is unclear.
9. Satisfactory work. [Name] should complete assignments on time.
10. An average result. Better time management will help.
11. [Name] is capable of better results. Stay focused.
12. A fair performance. Paying closer attention in class will help.
13. Average result. Regular study at home is encouraged.
14. A fair term's work. [Name] should aim higher next term.
15. Satisfactory. [Name] needs to put in more effort in weaker subjects.

Below average performance

1. A weak result. [Name] needs to work much harder.
2. Below average performance. Extra lessons and regular revision are advised.
3. [Name] can do better. More effort and concentration are needed.
4. A disappointing result, but [Name] has the ability to improve.
5. More hard work is needed, especially in Mathematics and English.
6. [Name] must take studies more seriously next term.
7. Below expectations. Please support [Name] with study time at home.
8. Not a good term, but improvement is possible with steady effort.
9. [Name] should spend more time reading and practising.
10. More attention in class is needed to improve this result.
11. [Name] needs to complete homework and revise regularly.
12. A weak performance. Let us work together to help [Name] improve.
13. [Name] is easily distracted and this affects the result.
14. More effort is needed in all subjects.
15. A poor result this term. [Name] must sit up.

Weak performance (written kindly)

1. This term has been difficult for [Name]. With support at home and school, things can improve.
2. [Name] needs extra help. We would like to meet with you to plan the next term.
3. A tough term. Small, regular study habits will help [Name] catch up.
4. [Name] has struggled this term, but we believe in their ability to do better.
5. The result needs significant improvement. Please seek extra support and work harder.
6. [Name] would benefit from extra lessons in core subjects.
7. A challenging term. Let us focus on one subject at a time.
8. [Name] is not yet working at class level. Close support is needed.
9. Challenges are opportunities to learn and grow. Stay positive and consistent.
10. With patience and steady effort, [Name] can turn this result around.

Improvement shown

1. A great improvement on last term. Keep it up!
2. [Name] has made real progress this term. Well done.
3. Much better result. The hard work is paying off.
4. A big step forward. Keep going in the same direction.
5. [Name] is improving steadily. Keep up the effort.
6. Clear improvement in Mathematics. Well done.
7. A pleasing improvement. Consistency will bring even better results.
8. [Name] has worked hard to improve and deserves praise.
9. Good progress this term. Aim even higher next term.
10. Much improved. [Name] should be proud of this result.

Decline in performance

1. The result has dropped from last term. [Name] needs to refocus.
2. A decline this term. Let us find out together what changed.
3. [Name] was doing better last term. More effort is needed to get back on track.
4. Performance has slipped. Please monitor study time at home.
5. A drop in performance. [Name] should avoid distractions.
6. [Name] is capable of the result achieved last term. Work harder.
7. This result does not reflect [Name]'s ability.
8. A decline in some subjects. Extra revision is advised.
9. [Name] needs to return to the study habits that worked before.
10. Performance has gone down. We should discuss how to support [Name].

Good behaviour and conduct

1. A well-behaved and respectful student.
2. [Name] is polite, helpful and kind to classmates.
3. Shows excellent leadership qualities among peers.
4. [Name] is neat, organised and responsible.
5. A diligent student who pays attention in class.
6. [Name] is a good team player and works well with others.
7. Very well behaved. A good example to others.
8. [Name] is honest and reliable.
9. Cooperative, cheerful and a pleasure to have in class.
10. [Name] takes responsibility seriously and can be trusted with tasks.

Behaviour that needs attention

1. [Name] needs to be more attentive in class.
2. Talks too much during lessons. Better self-control is needed.
3. [Name] should respect classroom rules at all times.
4. Needs to be more organised with books and assignments.
5. [Name] should be kinder and more patient with classmates.
6. Often distracted. More focus will improve the result.
7. [Name] needs to take correction in good faith.
8. Must learn to complete work without being reminded.
9. [Name] should be more careful with school property.
10. Behaviour has improved, but more consistency is needed.

Attendance and punctuality

1. Excellent attendance and always punctual. Well done.
2. [Name] is regular and punctual. Keep it up.
3. Frequent absence has affected [Name]'s result.
4. [Name] often arrives late and misses important lessons.
5. Punctuality needs to improve.
6. Attendance this term was poor. Please ensure [Name] attends regularly.
7. [Name] missed several days, which affected class work.
8. Good attendance, but [Name] should arrive on time.
9. Regular attendance will help [Name] keep up with lessons.
10. Never missed a day this term. Excellent commitment.

Subject-specific comments

1. [Name] has a strong grasp of mathematical concepts.
2. More practice with Mathematics at home will help.
3. [Name] reads fluently and expresses ideas clearly.
4. Reading comprehension needs more practice.
5. [Name] writes well-organised essays with good vocabulary.
6. Handwriting needs to be neater.
7. [Name] shows a keen interest in Science and asks good questions.
8. [Name] is creative and talented in Arts and Crafts.
9. Very active and skilled in sports.
10. Must work harder on Mathematics and reading comprehension.

Nursery and early years

1. [Name] is a happy child who enjoys learning.
2. [Name] can recognise letters and numbers well.
3. [Name] is learning to share and play well with others.
4. A curious child who loves stories and songs.
5. [Name] is improving in writing and colouring.
6. [Name] needs more practice with letter sounds.
7. Settling in well and growing in confidence.
8. [Name] listens well and follows instructions.
9. [Name] is becoming more independent every day.
10. A bright and lively child. Keep encouraging reading at home.

Head teacher and principal remarks

1. An outstanding result. Keep up the excellent work and continue to aim higher.
2. A very commendable performance. Keep putting in effort to achieve even greater success.
3. A good result. With more focus and consistency, even better is achievable.
4. A fair performance. More effort and dedication are needed to improve.
5. This result needs significant improvement. Please seek extra support and work harder.
6. Satisfactory. The school expects more next term.

End of session and promotion remarks

1. Promoted to the next class. Congratulations!
2. Promoted. Work harder in the new class.
3. Promoted on trial. Significant improvement is expected next session.
4. Advised to repeat the class. With focused effort, [Name] will do well next session.

How to write report card comments parents actually read

A good comment is short, specific and useful. Parents read it to know three things: how their child is doing, what they do well, and what to work on.

• Use the child's name. It shows you wrote it for this child.
• Name one strength. Even a weak result has something worth praising, such as effort, behaviour or one subject.
• Give one clear next step. "Practise multiplication tables at home" is more useful than "work harder".
• Match the comment to the scores. "Excellent result" next to three failed subjects destroys trust in the whole report card.
• Keep it kind. The child will read it too. Be honest without being harsh.
• Keep it short. One or two sentences is enough.

Comments to avoid

• Labels such as "lazy", "dull", "stubborn" or "a nuisance"
• Comparing a child to siblings or classmates by name
• Personal or family matters, health information or anything private
• The same comment on every report card in the class
• Comments that don't match the result

Let the report card write the first draft

Writing 40 comments by hand is where most of the end-of-term time goes. Scholaris cuts that down in two ways.

Automatic remarks by score band. Set a remark for each range once, for example 70% and above, 60% to 69%, and so on. Every report sheet then gets the matching admin's remark automatically, and you only edit the ones that need a personal touch.

Quick suggestions while you write. When a teacher or admin adds a remark, Scholaris shows ready-made suggestions they can tap and edit, so nobody starts from a blank box.

Set a remark for each score range once, and every report sheet gets the right one automatically.

Scholaris also computes totals, grades and positions, builds the report sheet with your school's logo, signature and stamp, and publishes it straight to parents' phones. It's part of one app for fees, attendance, results and parent communication, at ₦450 per student per term.

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