Prepare for Academic or General Training in focused small groups. Master exam timing, avoid common traps, and write strictly to examiner criteria.
Mon, Wed
19:00–20:30
2–3 months
flexible pace
12 hours
of practice a month
Small group
feedback for everyone
an international English exam for study, work and migration
IELTS assesses four skills — listening, reading, writing and speaking — on a scale from 1 to 9. Universities, employers and migration services in English-speaking countries ask for it. A high score is half language and half strategy, and the intensive trains both.
Common Hurdles
IELTS evaluates strict exam technique and time management just as much as language skills.
Your overall band stays the same across sittings. Without understanding official assessment grids, identifying persistent weaknesses remains difficult.
Passages feel overwhelming and line-by-line reading burns valuable minutes. Candidates struggle to locate answers quickly without efficient skimming strategies.
Essays look competent yet receive disappointing marks. Structural flaws, weak coherence, and misinterpreting prompt requirements regularly drag down results.
Nerves undermine confidence during the in-person interview. Lengthy pauses to search for vocabulary directly reduce fluency and coherence scores.
Course Structure
We break down every section step-by-step and train practical skills using authentic exam tasks.
This section lasts 30 minutes and features four recorded sections of increasing difficulty.
Fees
Group or one-to-one — open a card for everything that matters about the format, payment and sitting the exam.
Modules
Listening and Speaking are identical across both options, whereas Reading and Writing differ substantially.
Academic
For university admissions and academic careers
General Training
For workplace requirements, training, and migration
Learning Journey
A clear, structured route from initial diagnostic assessment to exam day success.
Complete our free level diagnostic and consult with an instructor to determine your baseline and required score.
We calibrate your 2–3 month learning timetable based on your application deadlines and chosen exam module.
Master official band descriptors while training writing tasks and spoken communication to strict examiner criteria.
Complete a full exam under real test-room conditions to build timing discipline and mental stamina.
Receive granular review of errors, tactical advice from the tutor, and eliminate remaining weak points.
You book the exam yourself — at a convenient centre abroad or on IELTS Online. A manager shares links to the centres and tells you what to look out for.
Why IH Kyiv
International House global teaching standards since 1953 paired with focused practical exam coaching.
Native speakerCELTA · DELTA · CELTA trainer
Phil Howden
English teacher, native speaker
Hi! I’m Phil Howden, an experienced English teacher from York, UK. With many years’ experience at International House Kyiv and CELTA and DELTA certificates, I specialise in General English, Business English and preparation for Cambridge exams. Combining a passion for football and travel, I use every opportunity to teach and motivate my students. Let’s
«Highlights the importance of regular practice both in and outside lessons to speed up learning progress.»
Native speakerCELTA
Richard Merry
Hi! I’m Richard Merry, an English teacher from the UK. Philosophy: Learning through adventure and real-life experience, so that every student can not only learn English but live it. When I’m not working on grammar, I’m looking for adventures that others would not dare to take!
«With every word and every phrase, you are not just learning to speak — you are discovering the world. Stay open to new discoveries with me!»
CELTA · Delta · CELTYL · CELTA trainer · IHCYLT trainer · CELT P/S trainer
Svitlana Starykova
CELTA, IHCYLT and CELT P/S trainer
Hi! I’m Svitlana Starykova, a trainer for CELTA, IHCYLT and CELT P/S, and your guide to the world of English. With over 30 years’ experience, I don’t just teach English – I open the door to global opportunities. Are you ready for language adventures that will change your life?
«Learning English opens up a vast world of opportunities. Every step you take in your learning brings you closer to new personal and professional discoveries. I am here to help you make this happen, filling every lesson with not only knowledge but also inspiration.»
IHCYLT · IHCTL
Nina Bazhenova
English language teacher
Hi! I’m Nina Bazhenova, with over 20 years’ experience teaching English in Ukraine and abroad. I specialise in preparing students for international communication, helping them feel confident and communicate freely in any situation. Join my courses and together we will achieve your language goals in a friendly and supportive atmosphere!
«Remember, every step you take in learning English leads to new opportunities. With me, you can overcome the language barrier and experience real progress in communication and interaction. Join my courses, and together we will achieve great results!»
CELTA
Olena Cherep
English language teacher
Hi! My name is Olena, and I am an English teacher with a CELTA certificate from IH Kyiv. Thanks to my passion for music, learning becomes an exciting journey. Having devoted my life to education, I am delighted to inspire students of all ages. Join me and let’s turn learning English into an exciting journey together!
«Be valuable to life, keep moving forward, and one day you will shine brightly like a diamond! Your efforts and hard work in learning English will open up new opportunities and help you succeed in any field.»
CELTA · FCE · CAE · IELTS
Anastasiia Fysun
Hello! I’m Nastia — an English teacher who loves planning and learning just as much as teaching. I hope to share my enthusiasm for the language and help students see challenging tasks as an opportunity rather than an obstacle.
«English does not care whether you were born in an English-speaking country or first began thinking about learning it as an adult — it is equally open to everyone. Don’t listen to your doubts. Find a teacher who believes in you and whom you can trust.»
Questions
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The Academic module is tailored for university admissions, degrees, and academic professions. General Training is typically required for migration visas, secondary education, or vocational employment. Please verify the exact prerequisite with your receiving institution before choosing your path.
Choose the module — we start with a free level test and look at your target band and deadline.
