<![CDATA[This research is motivated by students’ difficulties in mastering the structure of observational report texts, particularly in expressing ideas and understanding how to write appropriate reports. This study aims to describe the ability of Phase E students at SMK Negeri 6 Padang to write observational report texts using the project-based learning model. This research employed a qualitative method with a descriptive approach. The population consisted of 102 Phase E students at SMK Negeri 6 Padang in the 2025/2026 academic year. Purposive sampling was used, with 33 students from class X Fashion 2 selected as the sample. The main research instrument was a writing test. Data were collected by asking students to observe an object and individually write an observational report text based on their understanding. The findings showed that students’ ability in the general statement indicator achieved an average score of 87.87, categorized as Excellent (S). The description of parts indicator obtained an average score of 82.63, categorized as Very Good (BS). The description of benefits/conclusion indicator achieved an average score of 79.48, categorized as Good (B). Overall, students’ ability reached an average score of 83.16, categorized as Good (B). ]]>
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