Exam Preparation (Junior)
We offer a wide range of English exams: TIE, Trinity , IELTS, Cambridge (YLE, KET, PET, FCE, CAE, CPE, BEC), among others.
IELTS Exams
IELTS, the International English Language Testing System, is designed to assess the language ability of people who want to study or work where English is the language of communication.
IELTS is recognised and accepted by over 10,000 organisations worldwide, including universities, employers, professional bodies, immigration authorities and other government agencies.
There were over 3.5 million IELTS tests taken last year, and IELTS is the high-stakes English test for study, migration or work.
IELTS is a testing system that grades your English language skills based on four key aspects of a language: speaking, writing, reading and listening and to help you prepare for your exam, we have created the perfect IELTS Preparation Course for students who wish to improve their IELTS writing, reading, speaking and listening.
Exam Preparation Course Overview
-
Type of course:
IELTS Exam Preparation -
Age Group:
16+ Years -
Dates:
All Year-Round -
Locations:
IELTS is offered in more than 140 countries or Online -
Durations:
4 or more weeks -
Extracurricular activities:
Excursions, Leisure and Sport Activities -
Accommodation:
Host Family, College, Residence, Apartment, Guest House, B&B, Hotel, Hostel
Exam Preparation Courses Proposals and Highlights
Standard Exam Preparation
- 9 or more weeks
- Exam preparation with Regular practice exam sessions combined with a General English Course
- All levels available, from (A1) to (C1)
- Certificate at end of Course
Intensive Exam Preparation
- 4 weeks course
- Practice exam sessions
- All levels available, from Elementary (A1) to Advanced (C1)
- Certificate at end of Course
Online Exam Preparation
- Flexible Course Duration
- Practice exam sessions
- All levels available, from Elementary (A1) to Advanced (C1)
- Certificate at end of Course
Bespoke Exam Preparation
- Flexible Course Duration
- Regular practice exam sessions
- Certificate at end of Course
- Price depends on course duration and classes per week.
IELTS Exam Preparation
There are many great ways to prepare for IELTS, which can help you to achieve your best on test day.
- Learn about the IELTS test procedure and formats: General Training and Academic.
- Learn about each part of the IELTS test, question types and how IELTS examiners assess your speaking and writing tests.
- Learn and improve useful test-taking strategies, techniques and skills for the IELTS Academic Test or IELTS General Training.
- Practice and develop skills and strategies by completing IELTS-style practice test in all four skills ( writing, reading, speaking and listening) in order to maximise your IELTS score.
- Improve the specific language areas and issues associated with IELTS and moreover develop further and improve your reading, writing and listening and speaking English skills while enhancing your grammar and vocabulary together with your functional and conversational language.
- Improve your skills in all four parts of the IELTS test by attending IELTS specific classes, where you will learn to understand and avoid common test day mistakes.
- Complete IELTS progress check practice tests in order to enhance your ability to respond effectively to exam tasks and assess your readiness for a real IELTS test.
The course covers all of the main areas needed to get a better score on the Speaking, Reading, Writing and Listening sections of the IELTS test and our experienced and focused teachers will ensure that you achieve your maximum potential.
Exam Preparation Course Highlights
-
English classes per week:
20 or 15 hours (schedule varies depending on level and courses chosen); Monday to Friday -
Level of English:
- All levels available, from Elementary (A1) to Advanced (C1)
- Entry Levels: Conditions apply
-
Assessments:
Assessment test before the start of the course, weekly progress and End-of-Course Assessments -
No. of Students:
Maximum of 15 students per class (average 10) -
Course Materials:
Standard Workbook included -
Teachers:
All our teaching staff are university graduates and qualified to teach English as a foreign language (TEFL) -
Diploma:
Certificate of Attendance and Completion -
Add ons or Options:
Intensive English, Business English, Sport Academies, etc.
More about the Course:
- Learn about the IELTS test procedure and formats: General Training and Academic.
- Learn about each part of the IELTS test, question types and how IELTS examiners assess your speaking and writing tests.
- Learn and improve useful test-taking strategies, techniques and skills for the IELTS Academic Test or IELTS General Training.
- Practice and develop skills and strategies by completing IELTS-style practice test in all four skills ( writing, reading, speaking and listening) in order to maximise your IELTS score.
- Improve the specific language areas and issues associated with IELTS and moreover develop further and improve your reading, writing and listening and speaking English skills while enhancing your grammar and vocabulary together with your functional and conversational language.
- Have selected training material tailored to students’ needs and the requirements of the exams.
- Improve your skills in all four parts of the IELTS test by attending IELTS specific classes, where you will learn to understand and avoid common test day mistakes.
- Have Regular Simulation tests and mock exams with authentic exam papers, applying the strategies and knowledge from the classroom, under real exam conditions & timings.
- Be guided and supported by teachers with IELTS exam preparation experience
- Have Constant Exam practice in class and workshops, study group under teacher supervision or one-to-one study sessions with experienced teachers.
- Complete IELTS progress check practice tests in order to enhance your ability to respond effectively to exam tasks and assess your readiness for a real IELTS test.
- Overall enhancement of learners’ abilities in Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking and Use of English.
All of the staff at IELS are committed to offering students the best education during their stay. We inspire students to work diligently to improve in all aspects of the English language.
Our experienced teaching staff are well trained and highly qualified in what they teach. They are up to date with the latest methods in teaching English as a foreign language and combine academic excellence with the sensitivity and receptiveness for each student’s individual needs, talents and potential.
All teachers are university graduates with qualifications in teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) and are respected for their knowledge and professionalism.
Classes are on from 9:30 until 13:00 with a 30-minute break at 11:00. After class, there is a 60-minute lunch break. After lunch, depending on the programme, there will be sports, activities or a cultural trip. Students must be ready at the designated time.
The first day in the college is somewhat different to the rest. Students are advised to arrive at 9:00 to allow for unforeseen delays as they may not be familiar with the bus timetable or the route. At 9:30 there will be a short introduction by the camp manager and principal. After there will be an assessment test, which is used to determine the level of English so students can be placed in the appropriate class.
After the test students meet in the main hall again. Here a staff member will go through the college rules and some other important information. The students are then taken on a tour of the college. At the end of the tour, students will be divided into their appropriate classes and attend the second-morning class until lunch time. After lunch students on the general course go on a familiarisation trip, while students on the specialised sports courses have training.
Please note that all students on “Play Sport and Learn English” programme MUST bring their training equipment with them on the first day.
Students on the familiarisation tour will arrive back to the college by approximately 17:00. For further excursions to the city centre, students staying with the host families, do not return to the college but travel directly home to the host family.
Students on “Play Sport and Learn English” programme will finish training at approximately 17:00 – 17:30.
Students will receive the English course materials and workbooks as part of the programme. After completion of the English course, a Certificate of Attendance will be issued to each student. It certifies the progress that has been made and the level of English reached.
Read more about:
IELTS Examinations
IELTS Exam Structure
There are two types of IELTS exams:
- IELTS Academic: This test is for people applying for higher education or professional registration in an English speaking environment. It reflects some of the features of academic language and assesses whether you are ready to begin studying or training.
- IELTS General Training: This test is for those who are going to English speaking countries for secondary education, work experience or training programs. It is also a requirement for migration to Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the UK. The test focuses on basic survival skills in broad social and workplace contexts.
Listening and Speaking are the same for both tests, but the subject matter of the Reading and Writing sections differs depending on which test you take.
Dates & Locations
-
Please contact us for information
Locations and Schedule vary depending on level and Exam preparation courses chosen (Monday to Friday)
IELTS exams in the CEFR
The IELTS score scale
IELTS is designed to assess English language skills across a wide range of levels. There is no such thing as a pass or fail in IELTS. Results are reported as band scores on a scale from 1 (the lowest) to 9 (the highest).
9 | Expert user |
8 | Very good user |
7 | Good user |
6 | Competent user |
5 | Modest user |
4 | Limited user |
3 | Extremely limited user |
2 | Intermittent user |
1 | Non user |
0 | Did not attempt the test | Please contact us for more information. |
Weekly Timetable
SAMPLE WEEKLY TIMETABLE (STANDARD OR INTENSIVE EXAM IN-PERSON PREPARATION ) | |||||||
TIME | MONDAY | TUESDAY | WEDNESDAY | THURSDAY | FRIDAY | SATURDAY | SUNDAY |
9:30-11:00 | CLASS | CLASS | CLASS | CLASS | CLASS | Full day Excursion | Activity day |
11:00-11:30 | Morning Break | Morning Break | Morning Break | Morning Break | Morning Break | ||
11:30-13:00 | CLASS | CLASS | CLASS | CLASS | CLASS | ||
13:00-14:00 | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | Lunch | ||
14:30-16:30 | CLASS or Extracurricular Activity | CLASS or Extracurricular Activity | CLASS or Extracurricular Activity | CLASS or Extracurricular Activity | CLASS or Excursion / Sport | ||
18:00-19:00 | Dinner | Dinner | Dinner | Dinner | Dinner | ||
EVENING | Evening Activity | Evening Activity | Evening Activity | Evening Activity | Evening Activity | ||
The Educational Programme is recognised by the Irish and British Departments of Education. The courses are structured on 5 levels (CEFR) divided into 20 lessons per week. Schools, English courses, teachers, teaching method and learning experience are reviewed, inspected, checked to precisely meet the linguistic and organizational standards imposed by ACELS in Ireland and the British Council in the UK. | |||||||
* Please note: Schedule is subject to change without notice. |
Fees
All Year-Round | Accommodation | 2 WEEKS | 3 WEEKS | 4 WEEKS | MORE WEEKS | ||
IELTS Exam Preparation | Host Family | TBQ* | TBQ* | TBQ* | TBQ** | ||
IELTS Exam Preparation | College/Residential | TBQ* | TBQ* | TBQ* | TBQ** | ||
IELTS Exam Remote Preparation | N/A | TBQ* | TBQ* | TBQ* | TBQ** | ||
* TBQ: To be quoted. ** Please contact us for more information. |
Exam Preparation Course
- Assessment Test
- 15 or 20 hours English classes per week
- Maximum of 15 students per class
- All Course Materials
- All levels available, from Elementary (A1) to Advanced (C1).
- Two teachers working alternately with each class
- Certificate of Attendance and Completion
- All our teaching staff are university graduates and qualified to teach English as a foreign language (TEFL)
Extracurricular Activities
- Orientation tour
Accommodation and Supervision
- Host Family Accommodation with selected families on half or full board basis
- Residential Accommodation
- Located in one of the quietest residential areas of the city
- Access to computer and Internet facilities
- Room type: Single or twin rooms (students share with a student of different nationality, when possible).
- 24/7 emergency phone
Not Include:
- Flights or other transport to and from school
- Airport transfers to Homestay / Residence or College and vice versa
- Subscription to public transport service
- Travel and Medical and Health insurance
- Examination Fees
- All that is not included in “the price includes”
One to one Intensive Exam Preparation
- On request, One to one Intensive English, Business English or English for specific purposes
Special Courses
- On request, Sport Academy
- On request, Experiential Learning
- On request, Work Experience
- On request, more
Accommodation and Meals
- Extra days with host family: : TBQ Eu per day
- Half or Full Board from Monday to Friday at the College canteen: TBQ Eu per week
Transport
- Individual Student Arrival and Departure airport transfers: TBQ Eu per person each way (reductions available for groups)
- Bus & Dart pass: 2 weeks 70,00 Eu, 3 weeks 94,00 Eu, 4 weeks 119,00 Eu
- Bus & Luas pass: 2 weeks 70,00 Eu, 3 weeks 94,00 Eu, 4 weeks 119,00 Eu
- Bus & Tube pass: 2 weeks TBQ* Eu, 3 weeks TBQ* Eu, 4 weeks TBQ* Eu
Apply now
If you wish to receive more information please fill in the form below.
Application Process
In-person format
Step 1.
Step 2.
IELS Review Application
Step 3.
IELS sends offers via email and meetings
Step 4.
Step 5.
Booking Confirmation
Step 6.
Step 7.
Step 8.
Departure
Online/Remote/Virtual format
Step 1.
Step 2.
IELS Review Application
Step 3.
IELS sends offers via email and meetings
Step 4.
Step 5.
Booking Confirmation
Step 6.
IELS starts coaching and mentoring
Step 7.
Blended formula
Step 1.
Step 2.
IELS Review Application
Step 3.
IELS sends offers via email and meetings
Step 4.
Step 5.
Booking Confirmation
Step 6.
IELS starts coaching and mentoring
Step 7.
Step 8.
Departure