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Our English tutors are experienced in providing detailed IELTS classes. The one-on-one classes offering personalized learning help the students to improve their language skills at a gradual pace with the utmost flexibility.

Learn English with the teacher Brian.
5.0

20.5k Lessons

Brianid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :English
Native
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French
·Latvian
+1

Hello! My name is Brian. have many years of teaching experience, and I work with students of all levels. I have taught more than 2000 lessons over the past year. I look forward to helping you achieve your fluency goals in the years to come.

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USD 8.00/trial
Learn English with the teacher Eliza Marabyan.
5.0

3,719 Lessons

Eliza Marabyanid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :English
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Armenian
Native
·Belarusian
Native
·Russian
Native
·Italian
·Spanish
·Polish
+1

CPE / TEFL certified teacher with 14 years of experience in IELTS, Business & General English CPE-certified English coach, fluent in Russian, Spanish, Italian, and more. I specialize in helping professionals and exam candidates unlock their full potential in Business English, IELTS, and job interviews. My multilingual background allows me to break down tricky grammar and vocabulary for learners from all walks of life. Beyond teaching, I create video courses and write books - sharing my lifelong passion for English with the world.

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USD 25.00/trial
Learn English with the teacher Spencer 戴.
5.0

113 Lessons

Spencer 戴id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :English
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Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
+2

✨Certified Teacher | Fun & Effective Lessons | Long-Term Students Rewarded | 6+ Years✨ Nihao! My name is Dai Mengli. You can also call me Spencer. I will be living in Australia starting from 15th Sep. So please check the time difference before you book a lesson with me. Thanks! 🧑‍🏫 I’m a certified teacher with 3,000+ teaching hours and over 200 students worldwide since 2019. 📖 Growing up with multiple Chinese dialects and later learning English, French, Korean and German, I deeply understand the language learning journey from both learner and teacher perspectives. 🎓 I hold TEFL, TKT, and the International Certificate for Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Languages, with IELTS 7.5 and TEM-8. 🌍 I have traveled to over a dozen countries and lived in Europe for six months, which helps me bring real cross-cultural context into my lessons. 📈 I teach learners of all levels. My longest student has studied with me for over 4 years, progressing from beginner to fluent daily communication. 💻 I specialize in practical communication, confidence building, and real-life language use in both Chinese and English. ✨ Lesson format: In class: speaking practice + real-life dialogues After class: short homework for review and application ✅ Courses include: • Beginner foundation • Daily conversation • Business communication • IELTS / HSK preparation • Customized topics 💡 My goal is to help you speak naturally, confidently, and consistently in real situations. 😄 Learning with me is structured, practical, and enjoyable — and I genuinely love teaching.

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USD 13.00/trial
Available 00:30 Tomorrow
Learn English with the teacher Anastasia Teacher.
5.0

3,007 Lessons

Anastasia Teacherid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :English
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Russian
Native
·Ukrainian
Native
·French
·German
·Greek
+2

TESOL Canada Certified | 15+ years of experience | Improve your Communication Skills with me Today! As a passionate language learner myself, I’m always exploring new methods and techniques—and I bring the best of them into my lessons. Everything I discover that can help you speak more fluently, confidently, and naturally—I share it right away! My lessons are dynamic, focused, and results-driven. If you follow my guidance, you’ll start speaking faster and more confidently than you ever expected. I create a friendly, encouraging atmosphere where you feel comfortable making mistakes, asking questions, and truly growing. I take your progress seriously and expect the same from you. Be prepared to work hard—but also to succeed. Book a trial lesson and see how my teaching style works for you!

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Learn English with the teacher Freddie PGCE MA FHEA.
5.0

568 Lessons

Freddie PGCE MA FHEAid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :English
Native
+2

High-Level Specialist | Original Courses | Detailed Feedback. Hello there! I’m Freddie, an award-winning educator, university lecturer, and teacherpreneur with over 16 years’ experience across 10 countries. I hold a BA in Philosophy, a PGCE (QTS), an MA TESOL (Distinction), the Cambridge Certificate in Teaching English Online and Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA). I have also received a British Council Commendation and a Mentor of the Year Award. Currently, I am a Director of Studies at a British University, specialising in English for Academic Purposes, Academic Skills, Critical Thinking, Ethical AI, and Rhetoric. Additionally, I'm a former Cambridge examiner and founder of FoL English. My lesson are taught through original, interactive PPT courses and all materials are provided. After every lesson, you'll receive a detailed personalised PDF containing corrections, vocabulary enhancement, grammar explanations, top tips and homework. I work with ambitious intermediate to advanced learners (B1–C2+), including executives, entrepreneurs, professionals, academics, teachers and university students. My interests include AI, business, economics, history, philosophy, politics, technology, travel, strategy games, tea, and TV -- but I can hold a high-level discussion on virtually any topic. Please note: • 24 hours’ notice required to cancel/reschedule. • The first lesson is treated as a trial. • Availability varies according to university commitments. • Zoom is strongly preferred. • Mid-lesson breaks are available.

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USD 49.99/trial
Learn English with the teacher Ирина.
5.0

2,097 Lessons

Иринаid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :English
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Russian
Native

Professional English teacher with 10 years of experience High-level teacher Positive person Only good results (all my students pass exams) Interesting approach

USD 6.00/trial
Learn English with the teacher Dan IELTS Music Kids.
5.0

7,102 Lessons

Dan IELTS Music Kidsid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :English
Native
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Thai
·Spanish

💥Experienced & Certified Teacher: Guides English, IELTS & Music Learning for Kids & Adults 💥 As an English teacher, my approach is focused on empowering my students to develop their language skills and achieve fluency. I prioritize my students' language goals and tailor my teaching approach accordingly. I believe that making mistakes is a crucial part of the learning process, and I'm happy to provide repetition as needed. However, I also understand that overcorrecting students can be counterproductive, and thus I encourage students to practice using correct structures in their own examples, helping them to achieve fluency more efficiently. You are the most important part of our lessons, and I'm committed to helping you reach your full potential.

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USD 26.00/Hour
Available 00:30 Tomorrow
Learn English with the teacher SallyPatt.
5.0

1,368 Lessons

SallyPattid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :English
Native
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Italian
·French
·Spanish
+1

Serious but fun English from Pre-Intermediate to Advanced for the enthusiastic student I have taught English as a foreign language for over 30 years in France, Spain, Japan and Italy. I have the TEFL certificate and the equivalent of DELTA which I received while working in Japan. Outside italki I teach privately and also at an Italian high school (liceo) in the language department. My speciality is tutoring students for international certificates such as IELTS, CAE and FCE. I especially love getting my students over the horrible hurdle of the writing test! Having said this, I also have experience of working in tourism, film and retail outside of my teaching experience, I also teach general English for travel and friendship.

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USD 11.00/trial
Available 08:00 Tomorrow
Learn English with the teacher Kylan 雅思专家|综合英语.
5.0

81 Lessons

Kylan 雅思专家|综合英语id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :English
Native
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Chinese (Mandarin)

五年雅思经验|口语写作提分|会说中文 5 yrs IELTS experience | Speaking & Writing | Can speak Chinese 哈喽哈喽!我叫Kylan,中文名是古曦景,来自英国曼彻斯特。 Hi everyone! I'm Kylan, my Chinese name is 古曦景, and I'm from Manchester in the UK. 我教雅思已经五年了,持有TEFL国际英语教师资格证。我自己也学了两年中文,可以用中文给你上课、解释语法和答疑。所以中国学生学英语时会卡在哪里,哪些语法点容易出错,哪些发音最难改,我都非常清楚。 I've been teaching IELTS for five years and I'm TEFL qualified. I've also studied Chinese for two years, so I can teach you in Chinese, explaining grammar and answering questions in your own language. I know exactly where Chinese students get stuck, which grammar points cause trouble and which pronunciation habits are hardest to fix. 我的课程覆盖雅思全部四项,重点是口语和写作这两个最难提分的部分。每节课都是一对一直播授课,使用我自己制作的互动课件,不是照着PDF念,而是一起分析范文、现场批改、限时练习。 My course covers all four IELTS skills, with a focus on speaking and writing, the two hardest areas to raise your score. Every lesson is live and one-to-one, using interactive materials I build myself. No reading from PDFs. We analyse model answers together, mark your work live and do timed practice. 每周你都会收到作业,我会批改后返还,附带分数和详细反馈,写作会逐句标注并给出7分水平的改写示范,完全免费。你的分数会每周记录,随时清楚自己离目标分还有多远。 Every week you'll get homework, marked and returned with a band score and detailed feedback. Writing comes back annotated line by line with Band 7 rewrites, completely free. Your scores are tracked weekly, so you always know how far you are from your target. 有兴趣的话,欢迎给我发消息,聊聊你的目标分数和考试时间。

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USD 10.00/trial
Available 06:30 Tomorrow
Learn English with the teacher Marina Danic.
4.9

2,150 Lessons

Marina Danicid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :English
Native
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Serbian
Native
·Spanish
+2

Certified TESOL teacher with creative background, Accent coaching So far I have prepared students for Toefl, Toeic, Eiken, Ielts, Versant, ESOL, and more... I teach everything, from small talk to correct intonation to complex writing and academic writing. My students come from different fields from business to creative arts and academia.

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USD 12.00/trial
Learn English with the teacher Ryan.
5.0

647 Lessons

Ryanid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :English
Native
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Bislama
Native
·French
·Filipino (Tagalog)
·Spanish
+1

I turn English & Bislama learners into natural & confident SPEAKERS. Book a class with me and see 😊 📚𝑴𝒀 𝑻𝑬𝑨𝑪𝑯𝑰𝑵𝑮 𝑺𝑻𝒀𝑳𝑬:📚 😊 I'm so FRIENDLY!! 😊 I'm PROFESSIONAL 😊 I'm incredibly SUPPORTIVE 😊 I will ENCOURAGE you every step of the way 📚𝑾𝑯𝑨𝑻 𝒀𝑶𝑼 𝑪𝑨𝑵 𝑬𝑿𝑷𝑬𝑪𝑻 𝑭𝑹𝑶𝑴 𝑴𝒀 𝑳𝑬𝑺𝑺𝑶𝑵𝑺:📚 👍 Strong emphasis on FLUENCY & full sentences. 👍 Written FEEDBACK during and after class. 👍 An individual learning EXPERIENCE. 👍 WORKSHEETS so you can practice.

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USD 17.00/Hour
Available 05:00 Tomorrow
Learn English with the teacher Anton.
5.0

4,960 Lessons

Antonid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :English
Native
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German
·Spanish
·Chinese (Mandarin)
·French

🌟Unlock Your English Speaking Potential with a Dedicated Teacher By Your Side🌟 When I think back to my favourite teachers, I remember the ones who really had a positive impact on my life, not just in the target subject but in many aspects. They were not only teachers, they were also life coaches and in a way friends. They spoke to me on a human level, with kindness, understanding and respect, while at the same time motivating me and giving me confidence. These are the teachers I would happily meet again later in life. And so I'm humbled when I hear my students, both past and present, say similar things about me. Feel free to take a look at my reviews on italki to get a better understanding of the kind of teacher I am.

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USD 12.00/trial
Learn English with the teacher Sean.
5.0

809 Lessons

Seanid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :English
Native
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Thai
+1

🧑‍🎓 Highly experienced teacher specializing in building confident communicative fluency I am passionate about my career as an English teacher and enjoy nothing more than seeing my students improve their ability in English and build their confidence. I have 100% success in all exams and courses I have taught. I never let a student fail. I take great pride in my lessons and always seek ways to develop my skills and abilities as a teacher. I am Cambridge CELTA qualified and have led teacher training courses. Teaching drama and producing theatre with Business English majors at a university in Thailand was the most rewarding period of my career. My experience and skills are wide-ranging, just take a look at my resume.

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USD 10.00/trial
Learn English with the teacher Nancy.
5.0

845 Lessons

Nancyid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :English
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Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
+2

大学英语老师/高校教师资格证/雅思 8 (口写7.5)/ 五年海外大学工作经验 研究生阶段起,我就开始在培训机构担任雅思阅读的老师。毕业后我在福建一所大学担任英语老师,所授科目包括大学英语,英文写作,跨文化交际,商务英语等。期间通过政府项目,外派阿塞拜疆五年,在当地一所大学担任中文老师。 现在我主要专注于雅思考试的教学。本人雅思分数:总分8(写作7.5,口语7.5)可提供最新成绩单,支持网站查询。

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USD 15.00/trial
Learn English with the teacher Greg Jones.
5.0

304 Lessons

Greg Jonesid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :English
Native
+2

CELTA qualified teacher, over 12 years’ experience, native speaker from England, MA in English. I like to have a relaxed and friendly approach while still applying just the right level of discipline and pressure to ensure measurable progress.

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USD 15.00/trial
Available 16:00 Today
Learn English with the teacher Simon IB, AP & IELTS.
4.9

1,438 Lessons

Simon IB, AP & IELTSid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :English
Native
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Dutch
·French
·Japanese
·German
+2

30 Years, Professional High School Teacher - IGCSE, IB, AP, IELTS & University Prep Classes English With 30 years teaching in Tokyo's leading private and international schools, I help students build real fluency, academic confidence, and critical thinking in English. My Philosophy degree sets me apart, training me to teach students how to reason and argue, not just memorise. I specialise in IB, AP, Cambridge, and IGCSE tutoring, plus IELTS/TOEFL prep, using a personalised, Socratic approach that goes beyond textbooks. Curious how it works? See my course descriptions below. 中文: 我在东京顶尖私立及国际学校拥有超过30年教学经验,专注于帮助学生培养真正的英语流利度、学术自信与批判性思维。我的哲学专业背景是我的独特优势,让我不仅教知识,更教学生如何推理与论证。擅长IB、AP、剑桥(Cambridge)、IGCSE课程辅导及IELTS/TOEFL备考,采用苏格拉底式提问和个性化教学法,让学习超越课本。想了解详情?请查看下方课程介绍。 日本語 東京の名門私立・インターナショナルスクールで30年以上の指導経験があります。英語の本物の流暢さ、学術的自信、批判的思考力を育てます。哲学専攻の経験が私ならではの強みで、知識の暗記ではなく論理的思考と論証の仕方を教えます。IB・AP・ケンブリッジ(Cambridge)・IGCSE対策やIELTS/TOEFL対策にも対応。ソクラテス式の問いかけを用いた個別指導で、教科書を超えた学びを提供します。詳しくは下記コース説明をご覧ください。 한국어 도쿄 명문 사립·국제학교에서 30년 이상 가르친 경험을 바탕으로, 진정한 영어 유창성과 학문적 자신감, 비판적 사고력을 길러드립니다. 철학을 전공한 배경이 저만의 차별점으로, 단순 암기가 아닌 논리적 사고와 논증 방법을 가르칩니다. IB·AP·케임브리지(Cambridge)·IGCSE 지도는 물론 IELTS/TOEFL 대비도 가능합니다. 소크라테스식 질문법을 활용한 맞춤형 수업으로 교과서를 넘어선 학습을 제공합니다. 자세한 내용은 아래 코스 설명을 확인하세요.

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USD 15.00/trial
Learn English with the teacher Carolyn Alford.
5.0

133 Lessons

Carolyn Alfordid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :English
Native
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Spanish
+1

Learn English in a fun and relaxed environment with a passionate and experienced teacher. I think everyone learns better when they feel engaged. If you are enjoying the method of learning, it will be easier to retain the information. I'm motivated the help you to learn English, but enjoy the process as well. The majority of my students are adults who are interested in learning English to help them in business, to improve their business prospects or perhaps to find a new job. We can work on Business or General English vocabulary, based on your needs. We can chat about a wide variety of subjects or I can help you to practice for a job interview in English.

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USD 10.00/trial
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Learn English with the teacher IELTS & Speaking Roy.
5.0

5,788 Lessons

IELTS & Speaking Royid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :English
Native

Native British English speaker, 19 years teaching experience. Specialising in IELTS, FCE exams. Hi, I'm Roy, a British English teacher with 19 years of experience helping ADULT students improve their English and achieve their goals. I specialise in IELTS and Cambridge exam preparation (PET, FCE, and CAE), helping students develop the skills, strategies, and confidence they need to succeed. I also enjoy working with learners who simply want to speak more naturally, improve their pronunciation, and build confidence in everyday conversations. Every lesson is tailored to you. Whether you're preparing for an exam, improving your English for work, or just looking to become a more fluent speaker, I'll create lessons that match your needs and interests. I enjoy talking about history, films, travel, current affairs, and many other topics, so our conversations are always engaging and relevant. My lessons are relaxed, supportive, and practical, with plenty of opportunities to speak and receive useful feedback. If you're looking for an experienced, patient teacher who will help you communicate with confidence, I'd love to work with you. Get in touch, and let's start your English journey together!

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USD 13.00/trial
Learn English with the teacher Tasmin.
5.0

4,330 Lessons

Tasminid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :English
Native
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Other
+1

British, friendly certified ESL teacher with 8 years of experience with adults and KIDS✨ I am relaxed and friendly and aim to make you feel comfortable and confident. 😊 I believe making mistakes is important when learning. I will help you correct yourself, so you fully understand the grammar behind the conversation. 📖 * Psychology honors degree 🧠 * Global TEFL Certificate 🖊️ * 7 years teaching experience online (children and adults) 👩‍🏫 * L2 Certificate in Counselling Skills 🪴 * L2 Certificate in Mental Health Awareness ❤️‍🩹 * Emotion Coach course 🫢--->😀 Please contact me directly for more information if you can't see my lesson for kids and teenagers on my profile. 👶🧒

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Learn English with the teacher Shelley R.
5.0

6,704 Lessons

Shelley Rid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :English
Native
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Dutch
+1

Improve English with expert guidance and laughs! Let’s increase confidence and make learning a joy. I am from the USA and live in the Netherlands. I earned a Masters of Teaching in 2010. Next, I started teaching English and worked at a non-profit. Students describe me as supportive, responsive, empathetic, caring, and calm. When I'm not working, I enjoy playing Nintendo, embroidery, and reading. I finish at least one book per week! I take my job seriously, but am also relaxed, so our lessons are informative and low-stress. I want you to feel confident in your skills so you can improve more easily, which I do by making class welcoming and safe. My classes are for everyone, regardless of background and preferences. * I can teach children ages 7 and up * Babies and pets welcome during class Each class is customized for you based on your interests and what you need to improve. We focus on grammar, vocabulary, and other skills. Classes allow you to speak and use the language effectively in realistic situations. I can give homework and we can discuss answers in our next class if you want. Basically, we do what works best for you. * Lessons can be booked 1 month in advance **If you cancel a lesson within 24 hours of class time or miss the class, it will not be refunded or rescheduled. By scheduling a lesson, you agree to pay for that time.*

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USD 30.00/Hour
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What our English students say

5 out of 5 • Based on 8,796,128 customer reviews

  • Samira

    Learning English

    I have been taking lessons with Cynthia for a while now, and I have seen significant improvement in my speaking skills. What I appreciate most is her structured approach: she created a tailored plan to help me achieve both my fluency and examination goals. She consistently provides highly useful materials and practical tips, which is crucial for me as an exam candidate. Cynthia is always well-prepared, incredibly patient, and encouraging. She manages to strike the perfect balance in her lessons – the atmosphere is light and comfortable, yet productive and serious. During our speaking practice, she provides valuable feedback and corrections without ever interrupting my flow. I am incredibly glad to have found Cynthia. Thank you for your dedication and care! With your continued help, I am sure I will leave the language barrier far behind. Highly recommended!

  • Oliver Frank

    Learning English

    I've really enjoyed working with Ellie. I first started taking lessons with her to prepare for an important presentation in English, and she helped me gain much more confidence than I expected. She is always well prepared, encouraging, and genuinely interested in the topics we discuss. I especially appreciate that she creates a relaxed atmosphere where speaking English feels natural and mistakes are simply part of the learning process. Her feedback is clear, practical, and always helpful, and her pronunciation coaching has made a real difference for me. If you're looking for an encouraging and effective English coach, I can definitely recommend Ellie.

  • Celeste

    Learning English

    The best teacher ! The teacher’s teaching methods and procedures are well‑structured. She offers detailed practice approaches covering pronunciation, vocabulary and sentence‑building. She also assigns weekly homework to reinforce what we have learned. Talking with her is really pleasant. She is energetic throughout the whole lesson and gives me plenty of time to express myself. This is by far the lesson where I have spoken the most! I absolutely love it!

  • 427

    427

    Learning English

    我已经跟老师进行了沟通,希望这些天能天天练习,主要是为了练习雅思口语,老师很愿意帮助我,让我一天可以练习两次,现在我已经可以大胆开口表达了,虽然我还是说得不完美,可是老师总是鼓励我,让我继续说下去。我感觉真的不那么害怕开口说英语了。学了这么多年哑巴英语,过去真的太可惜。主要就是没有遇到像Elena老师, 愿意这样用心鼓励学生开口说英语的老师。非常感谢!

  • ROSE

    Learning English

    I've had nearly 50 classes with Aeva over the past year, and it's been wonderful every single time. As someone at an intermediate-to-advanced level, I was looking for well-organized classes with a clear direction, and Aeva has been the absolute best teacher I've found so far. She is super flexible but always keeps the lessons professional. She gives practical advice and support to help me reach my goals, and she is just a genuinely sweet and kind person. It’s really hard to find a teacher who is the perfect fit, but if you're looking to improve or maintain your English at a high level, Aeva is hands down the best option for you!

  • iced phoenix

    iced phoenix

    Learning English

    the teacher is suitable for those people who can speak engglish with confidence.for me,i dont have the environment allows me immerse myself in english thanks for meeting lucas,he really help me speak english confidently. at the beginning,i just get score of 5.5 in ielts speaking he help me improve the score of 7 in two month,so if ur situation is similar as me,choose lucas is the best choice

  • Pedro Sato

    Pedro Sato

    Learning English

    I booked a session to prepare for moderating an executive roundtable dinner in English, and it was far more than a language class. Ellen researched the topic in advance, helped me sharpen my ideas, and gave precise, practical feedback on pronunciation and on how I come across in the room. I left feeling genuinely ready. Highly recommended for anyone preparing for a high-stakes professional conversation or public speaking.

  • Yuri Reinedelune

    Learning English

    I’ve had a wonderful time taking RP pronunciation classes with Anna. Her British accent is perfect, and she picks excellent course materials. Anna is so patient — she constantly asks if I have any questions. I’ve improved a lot in my pronunciation under her guidance.

  • Sergei Pomorsky

    Learning English

    Kwabena has helped me improve my English from B1 to C1 level. Now, I am a PhD student in the USA. Kwabena contributed greatly to my success. I teach American students in English and work on my research thanks to him.

  • Sasha Glebov

    Learning English

    Mia is a wonderful teacher for my 8-year-old son. Her lessons are well-planned and engaging. In our latest session they read Hiccups from the Oxford Reading Tree, and Andrew learned useful new words and phrases like "get rid of," "upside down" and "patting," each taught with clear examples from the story. After every lesson Mia sends detailed feedback, so I always know what he has covered and how he is progressing. Andrew enjoys her classes and is growing more confident in his reading and speaking. Highly recommended!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the IELTS exam?

IELTS, or the International English Language Testing System, is a standardized test designed to assess the language proficiency of individuals who want to study, work, or immigrate to English-speaking countries. The IELTS exam consists of four modules: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking.
There is a distinction between IELTS Academic and IELTS General Training. IELTS Academic is typically for individuals applying to higher education institutions, while IELTS General Training is often used for immigration purposes or for entry into vocational training programs.

What is the format of the IELTS exam?

The IELTS (International English Language Testing System) exam consists of four modules: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking. Each module assesses different language skills and is designed to evaluate a candidate’s English proficiency comprehensively.
Listening: The Listening module consists of four sections, each with 10 questions. The recordings are played only once. The recordings include conversations, monologues, and discussions about everyday situations, academic topics, and social contexts. This module lasts for approximately 30 minutes.
Reading: The Reading module has three sections, with a total of 40 questions. Texts are taken from books, newspapers, magazines, and online sources. The texts vary in style and complexity, ranging from descriptive and factual to argumentative and analytical. Questions may include multiple-choice, matching, and True/False questions. This module lasts for 60 minutes.
Writing: The Writing module is divided into two tasks: Task 1 (Report Writing for Academic/General Training) and Task 2 (Essay Writing). Task 1 (Academic) includes describing and interpreting visual data (graphs, tables, charts, diagrams). Task 1 (General Training) includes a letter based on a given situation. Task 2 (Academic and General Training) includes an essay responding to a point of view, argument, or problem. This task assesses the ability to present and justify an opinion and discuss ideas. This module lasts for 60 minutes.
Speaking: The Speaking module consists of three parts: Introduction and Interview, Long Turn, and Discussion. Introduction and interview (4-5 minutes) include general questions about familiar topics such as hobbies, family, work, and studies. Long Turn (3-4 minutes) involves a task card with a topic, and the candidate has 1 minute to prepare and take notes before speaking on the topic given. Discussion (4-5 minutes) includes a more in-depth discussion of the topic in Part 2. This section explores the candidate’s ability to express and justify opinions. This module lasts for around 11 to 14 minutes.

For how long the IELTS score is valid?

IELTS scores are generally valid for two years from the test date. There is no pass or fail in the IELTS exam. Institutions and organizations set their own score requirements, and what is considered a good score may vary.
There is no negative marking in the IELTS exam. Test takers are not penalized for incorrect answers. If you don’t qualify, you can retake the IELTS exam as often as you wish. However, there is no specified waiting period between test sittings.

How can I maximize my IELTS scores?

Familiarize yourself with the format of each module and the types of questions you will encounter. Work on enhancing your overall English language proficiency. Focus on vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation, as these aspects are assessed in multiple modules.
Build a diverse vocabulary by reading various materials such as newspapers, articles, and academic texts. This will help in the reading section and in expressing ideas more precisely in the writing and speaking module. Develop your writing skills by practicing essays and report writing. Pay attention to task response, coherence, and cohesion. Practice under timed conditions to simulate the exam environment.
Allocate specific amounts of time for each task in the Writing section. Develop a plan for organizing your ideas and writing efficiently within the time constraints. Listen to a variety of English accents and practice note-taking. Focus on understanding the main ideas, supporting details, and the speaker’s attitude.

How should I prepare for the IELTS exam?

Preparation for the IELTS exam involves familiarizing yourself with the test format, practicing with sample questions, and improving your English language skills. Many candidates find it helpful to take IELTS preparation courses or work with tutors.

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