English Exam Preparation Online: IELTS, TOEIC, TOEFL and Cambridge
Have an English exam coming up? We prepare you for it one to one, online, with native teachers who know each test and its papers. Whether you need IELTS, TOEIC, TOEFL or a Cambridge qualification, we start by pinpointing your level, then build the lessons around the exam, the papers and the score you need.
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Which English exam should you prepare for?
Each exam answers a different need. Use the table to see at a glance which one fits your goal, then read more on the exam’s dedicated page.
| Exam | Best for | Format | Score / result | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS | Study, work or migration to an English-speaking country | Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking (Academic or General Training) | Band 0 to 9 | 2 years |
| TOEIC | Proving workplace English for international employers | Listening and Reading (Speaking and Writing available separately) | Up to 990 (Listening and Reading) | 2 years |
| TOEFL iBT | Admission to universities in the US and beyond | Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing | 0 to 120 | 2 years |
| Cambridge | University, work and a lifelong proof of English | Reading and Use of English, Writing, Listening, Speaking (B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency) | Cambridge English Scale | No expiry |
Sources: IELTS.org, ETS TOEIC, ETS TOEFL, Cambridge English. Check which exam and score your university or employer accepts before you start.
Choose your exam preparation course
IELTS preparation
The most popular English exam, taken by millions each year for study, work and visas. We prepare you for the Academic or General Training test and all four parts.
TOEIC preparation
A workplace English test that recruiters at international companies look for. We build your score on Listening and Reading, plus Speaking and Writing if you need them.
TOEFL preparation
Required by many US universities and accepted worldwide. We work through the four sections of the TOEFL iBT and the timing that trips candidates up.
Cambridge preparation
Certificates that do not expire, from A2 Key to C2 Proficiency. We prepare you for B2 First, C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency and their four papers.
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How our English exam preparation works
Every lesson is one to one and built around your exam. We start by pinpointing your level in your free trial, then focus on the papers and skills that will lift your score.
- An introduction to your exam and its papers, so you know exactly what is expected in each one.
- Practice on real exam-style tasks, with feedback after every one.
- Targeted work to raise your English to the level the exam requires.
- Strategy and timing for each paper, plus the confidence to perform on the day.
Preparing for an exam we do not list here? Since 2007 we have prepared students for all sorts of English tests. If yours is not shown, it is usually close to one we know well, and we research the format so we can prepare you for it.
Why the speaking test is worth preparing for
Every English exam includes a speaking test, and most candidates find it the hardest part. The questions are predictable once you know the format, so practice makes a real difference. With a native teacher you rehearse the exact task types, learn what examiners reward, and build the confidence to speak clearly under time pressure.
Who will teach you
Your lessons are with native English teachers who know the requirements of each exam, and some are Cambridge examiners themselves. They tailor every session to your target test and your weakest papers. Not sure where you stand? Test your English level to see your starting point, or read our overview of the Cambridge exams and facts about IELTS before your first lesson.
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