1:1 IELTS ACADEMIC PREPARATION
Everything you need to reach your desired IELTS band score!
In the first online session, we’ll establish your strengths and weaknesses so that I can create a personalised IELTS curriculum that will assure you feel fully prepared for the exam day!
Students often ask me how long they need to feel fully prepared and confident for the exam. My honest answer is taking a 2-3 month, full-time preparation course. IELTS isn’t a walk in the park, it takes time and dedication to get a good result.
Not only will this online course help you gain test awareness, I will also provide you with different test tips and strategies to perform better when it comes to doing the exam.
This online IELTS course gives you the choice of studying part time (1-2 sessions a week) or more intensively (3-5 sessions a week).
Availability: Monday-Friday (mornings, afternoons or evenings)
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£25 per hour
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2 lessons per week: £45
3 lessons per week: £63.75
4 lessons per week: £90
5 lessons per week: £106.25
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4 lessons per month: £85
8 lessons per month: £160
12 lessons per month: £240
What will you gain from this course?
Ability
As I give you personalised feedback, including error correction, in each online lesson, you’ll improve faster.
You can learn at your own pace, spending more time on difficult areas of English without feeling rushed.
I can adjust the complexity of lessons based on your progress.
Test Awareness
I can develop a study plan that suits your unique learning style and schedule.
I will thoroughly explaining the test format, including the types of questions, the timing for each section, and the best strategies to tackle each part of the exam, you will become familiar with the structure and demands of the IELTS test.
Strategies
I will teach you specific test-taking skills, such as time management, guessing techniques, and methods to stay calm under pressure.
I will create mock tests that simulate the actual test conditions, allowing you to practise implementing strategies in a realistic setting.
Regular practice and feedback will help build your confidence in using the strategies effectively. This confidence is crucial for executing the strategies successfully on the actual test day.
Course Content
Speaking Preparation
Prepare for all three parts of the speaking assessment by practising speaking about familiar and academic topics. Build specialised vocabulary related to academic subjects. Learn strategies to improve speaking fluency and coherence. Practise pronunciation to enhance clarity.
I will do mock tests and feedback in class to work on fluency, coherence, vocabulary, and pronunciation.
My Academic IELTS course is designed to fully prepare you for the exam. I always start by introducing students to the structure of the exam so that there any no scary surprises later on! IELTS typically requires a balance between skill development, test-taking strategies, and practical application. Regular practice, self-study, and engagement with the course materials are essential for success in the Academic IELTS exam. Here's what you can expect in my tailor-made course:
Listening Skills
Prepare for all four parts of the listening test by listening to various accents, learning note-taking strategies and gaining exposure to academic lectures and discussions. Full-length practice tests will be given to simulate real exam conditions. Review and analysis of test results to identify areas for improvement.
Reading Comprehension
Prepare for all three passages in the reading test by learning strategies for skimming and scanning academic texts. Practice with different question types, including multiple-choice, matching, and true/false/not given. Learn full-length practice tests to simulate real exam conditions. Review and analysis of test results to identify areas for improvement.
Writing Skills
Review advanced grammar structures commonly used in academic writing. Learn correction and improvement of grammatical errors.
Prepare for both writing tasks:
Task 1: Academic report writing. Overview of data, charts, graphs, or diagrams.
Task 2: Essay writing on academic topics. Learn to develop arguments and structure essays.
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Testimonials
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Nicola - IELTS
“I recently had the pleasure of studying with Amy for the second time, who not only helped me improve my language skills, but also inspired me to achieve my goals. From the very first lesson, she created a warm and welcoming environment that made me feel comfortable in my abilities.”
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Kay - IELTS
“I was looking for a tutor for IELTS and a friend of mine highly recommended Amy. My 6-month-journey for IELTS with her was amazing. Since she is an enthusiastic and experienced teacher, I could learn many skills for IELTS and be well prepared.”
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Domitila - IELTS
“Thank you, Amy! Taking your classes was crucial (and fun!) and helped me a lot to score 7.5 in IELTS. My ability to read faster, listen, write and speak was gradually improving during our course and I also got better in vocabulary (and I had improved my pronunciation on words, especially ending in -ED!).”
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Damla - IELTS
I always had a hard time in the writing part, it seemed very complicated to create fancy. complex sentences, but Amy and I overcame this and as a result of our work together, I got the band score I wanted from IELTS, 6.5. She is a very fun teacher to work with and I recommend her to everyone!!
FAQs
What’s the best way to prepare for IELTS?
I recommend taking an intensive online course with me. IELTS requires a lot of preparation and although self-studying helps, it is better for a teacher to correct your work, particularly with the speaking and writing parts. Prepare to dedicate time and effort if you want to reach your targeted band score!
I’m so nervous about the speaking part. What should I do?
Listen to and read in English every day before your test. Read, listen to and watch as many different sources as possible including online news, documentaries and movies. Use subtitles to help you identify new vocabulary and expressions. Watch TED talks and follow the transcript as you listen.
Listen to a wide range of topics, from things you are passionate about to things that you’re not even slightly interested in. Listen to interviews and pay attention to how the person answers the questions. Do they use expressions that you could also use in your speaking test? How do they express their opinion? How do they give examples or reasons?
This is just the beginning of your preparation for the speaking part. I’ll give you more advice in class!
Where can I find IELTS practice tests and other prep material?
I have digital PDFs of IELTS coursebooks, including test papers. As well as receiving emailed copies of work we cover in lessons, you will receive weekly tests to do between lessons. If you like to have other self-studying materials, just ask and I’ll recommend the best ones!
How can I get band score 7?
Top tip: avoid Youtube videos and blog articles that falsely promise ‘Do this and you’ll get a 7!’. Achieving this band score takes hard work and dedication; you need a range of grammar, uncommon vocabulary and knowledge of tips and strategies to pass each section with a high score. Studying with a tutor gives you the advantage of learning your strengths and weaknesses. Not only that, but you will learn faster from your mistakes by receiving on the spot error correction, as well as specific writing feedback.
Achieving this advanced score also requires structuring your studies according to particular sections of the exam and prioritising your time. Do not disregard any module and take frequent IELTS practice tests, keeping a record of your scores to further motivate you which areas need most improvement.
Do you recommend booking the test online or face-to-face?
To be honest, there isn’t much difference so whatever is easiest for you! The Test Report Form, content, timing and structure of the test is the same.
If you take IELTS on paper at a test centre, the reading, writing and listening sections are on paper and the speaking test will be either face-to-face or through a video call with an IELTS examiner.
If you take IELTS online, you have the advantage of testing from home or any private space with good internet connection. All four sections of the test are online, with the speaking test conducted with an examiner through video call.
What is the difference between the Academic and General Training IELTS exams?
The Academic IELTS is designed for individuals seeking admission to academic programs or professional registration, while the General Training IELTS is for immigration and work purposes.