Walk Into Your IB English B ExamConfident, Prepared, and Ready to Perform
3 weeks of focused, small-group exam prep led by IB-experienced English instructors with decades of classroom experience. Master every Paper 1 text type, crack Paper 2 question formats, and build the exam confidence that comes from real practice under real conditions.
Live online sessions with IB-experienced English instructors
What You Get Is Worth More Than What You Pay
Core
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PRO
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Elite
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Includes live sessions, recordings, study materials, practice exams, and written feedback. PRO and Elite add AI coaching, office hours, and private 1:1 sessions.
Is This Intensive Right for You?
This programme is designed for students who want structured, expert-led preparation for the IB English B exam.
IB English B SL or HL students sitting the May or November exams
Students aiming to improve Paper 1 writing and Paper 2 reading and listening comprehension
Students who find Paper 2 question types like True/False + Justify or multi-select challenging, or who want to build listening confidence
Students predicted approximately 4–6 seeking structured support to improve
Students who benefit from small, focused groups with dedicated attention
This programme is designed for committed students ready to practise under exam conditions. If you're looking for passive revision, this may not be the right fit.
Not sure if this is the right fit? Explore our IB English tutoring options or book a free consultation.
From Uncertain to Exam-Ready
Before the Intensive
- Unsure which text type conventions the examiner expects
- Losing marks on True/False + Justify and multi-select questions
- Running out of time on Paper 1 or Paper 2
- Revising passively without practising under exam conditions
- No structured feedback on writing or comprehension responses
After the Intensive
- Confident in every Paper 1 text type — blog, letter, speech, article
- Systematic strategies for every Paper 2 question format
- Practised time management with realistic exam simulations
- Active preparation through timed writing drills and AI-powered daily practice
- Personalised written feedback aligned to IB assessment criteria
Where Many IB English B Students Lose Marks
Understanding common areas of difficulty is the first step toward addressing them. These are the patterns we see most frequently among IB English B candidates.
Text Type Conventions
Paper 1 requires students to produce a specific text type — such as a blog post, formal letter, opinion column, or speech — with the appropriate conventions, structure, and register. Many students lose marks not because of language errors, but because the text does not match the expected format and conventions.
Register and Audience Awareness
The IB markscheme explicitly assesses whether the student has adopted the correct register for the intended audience. Writing a formal letter with informal tone, or addressing a speech without rhetorical awareness, are common reasons for lower scores in Criterion B (Message).
Time Pressure in the Exam
Both Paper 1 and Paper 2 give students a limited window to complete all tasks. Without practised planning frameworks and time management strategies, students often submit incomplete writing responses or leave reading and listening comprehension questions unanswered.
True/False + Justify Questions
The True/False with Justification format on Paper 2 is one of the most common sources of lost marks. Students must state the correct verdict AND provide a precise quotation from the text. Getting only one part right earns zero marks — yet many students give a verdict without quoting, or quote without a clear verdict.
Conceptual Understanding Gaps
English B assesses conceptual understanding alongside language skills. Students who focus only on grammar and vocabulary often miss marks on questions requiring inference, tone analysis, or understanding of cultural context — especially at HL level.
Inefficient Revision Habits
Many students revise by re-reading notes or vocabulary lists without actually practising under exam conditions. Effective preparation requires active, timed writing practice for Paper 1 and deliberate reading and listening strategy drills for Paper 2 — not passive review.
For more strategies on IB English B exam preparation, explore our IB English tutoring page or English tutoring services.
What Students Will Work On
The programme is structured around five focused areas, each designed to address the specific demands of the IB English B exam.
Paper 1 Writing Mastery
- Analyse high-scoring model responses across IB text types
- Practise core text types (blog, article, letter, speech, opinion column, and more)
- Learn structure, register, and audience control for different communicative contexts
- Complete timed writing drills under exam-like conditions
Paper 2 Reading & Listening Comprehension
- Master the six reading question types: MCQ, multi-select, vocabulary match, short answer, pronoun reference, and True/False with Justification
- Develop strategies for the hardest formats — True/False + Justify and multi-select — where partial answers cost marks
- Build systematic text-scanning and evidence-location techniques under timed conditions
- Practise listening comprehension with note-taking strategies and audio-pacing drills, adapted for SL and HL
Exam Technique and Timing
- Learn planning frameworks for efficient time use across Paper 1 and Paper 2
- Practise under realistic time conditions for both writing and reading papers
- Review common examiner-identified pitfalls for each paper
- Apply markscheme-aligned checklists to self-assess writing and comprehension responses
Targeted Language Refinement
- Strengthen grammatical accuracy across key structures tested in English B
- Activate high-utility vocabulary for common exam themes and conceptual understanding
- Improve sentence complexity, cohesion, and idiomatic accuracy
- Receive focused written feedback on language production
AI Coach — Daily Practice Between Sessions
PRO & Elite- Daily structured writing tasks aligned to IB criteria
- Smart weak-area detection — adapts to your gaps
- Guided independent practice between live sessions
- Instant feedback modelled on IB assessment standards
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Who Is Behind This Programme?
Anthony D.
Founder, Bespoke Learning
Bespoke Learning was founded by Anthony D., a certified teacher with experience across international schools and IB programmes. His background includes working with IB English B, French B, and TOK students in both classroom and tutoring contexts, with a focus on structured academic methodology and exam-aligned instruction.
The team at Bespoke Learning includes IB-experienced English instructors, curriculum specialists, and educators with deep knowledge of the Language B assessment framework. Students in this programme may work with Anthony or with other Bespoke Learning tutors of similar calibre and IB familiarity.
Waves 1 & 2 — Choose Your Tier
6 live sessions (55 min each) · Max 12 students per cohort
Core
USD
- 6 live sessions (55 min each)
- Session recordings + study materials
- Practice exams + Paper 1 & Paper 2 materials
- Paper 1 diagnostic + written feedback
PRO
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Everything in Core, plus:
- 2 drop-in office hours
- Supplementary study resources
- AI coach — daily writing practice
- Paper 1 written feedback (1 submission)
Elite
USD
Everything in PRO, plus:
- 3 × 55-min private 1:1 sessions
- Extended AI coaching through exam season
- Bespoke past papers (Paper 1 + Paper 2 Reading)
Wave 3 — Booster
2 focused sessions (75 min each) · May 14–15 · Max 8 students · Can be combined with Wave 1 or 2
Booster
USD
- Session 1 (75 min): Paper 2 text analysis
- Session 2 (75 min): Paper 1 guided writing + structure
- 1× next-day written feedback on Paper 1 response
Booster Elite
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Everything in Booster, plus:
- AI coach — through exam season
- Bespoke past papers
- 1× same-day feedback (not next-day)
- 1 × 40-min private 1:1 debrief session
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Why This Is Exceptional Value
Private 1:1 IB Tutoring
$109+/hour
No recordings, no AI, no group practice
Bespoke Intensive (PRO)
$597 early bird
6 live sessions + AI + office hours + feedback
The PRO tier delivers $1,260 in total value — you save over $663 with early bird pricing. That's more support, more practice, and better results than traditional 1:1 tutoring alone.
Cohort Schedule
Three waves across two timezone zones — pick the one that fits your timeline.
5:00 PM
London
6:00 PM
Paris
7:00 PM
Athens
9:00 PM
Dubai
All waves cover reading, listening, and writing for both SL and HL students. Content is adapted depending on the needs and expectations of each level.
Wave 1
Foundation Sprint
Build core Paper 1 writing skills and Paper 2 reading and listening strategies. Ideal for early preparation.
Tiers: Core / PRO / Elite
Session-by-Session Breakdown
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Monday, April 13
Exam Overview & Paper 1 Foundations
Wednesday, April 15
Paper 1: Practice & Planning
Friday, April 17
Paper 2 Introduction & Listening
Monday, April 20
Paper 1 Feedback & Listening Continued
Wednesday, April 22
Paper 2 Reading Strategies
Friday, April 24
Final Review & Q&A
This is a tentative schedule and will be adapted to the cohort's needs for maximum impact.
Wave 2
MOST POPULARHigh-Intent Intensive
Peak-intensity wave covering both papers in depth. Paper 1 writing mastery and Paper 2 question-type strategies under timed conditions.
Tiers: Core / PRO / Elite
Same Programme — Wave 2 Dates
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Monday, April 27
Exam Overview & Paper 1 Foundations
Wednesday, April 29
Paper 1: Practice & Planning
Friday, May 1
Paper 2 Introduction & Listening
Monday, May 4
Paper 1 Feedback & Listening Continued
Wednesday, May 6
Paper 2 Reading Strategies
Friday, May 8
Final Review & Q&A
This is a tentative schedule and will be adapted to the cohort's needs for maximum impact.
Wave 3
Booster
Last push before exams. Paper 2 text analysis and Paper 1 guided writing in two focused sessions. Can be purchased standalone or combined with Wave 1 or 2.
Tiers: Booster / Booster Elite
Book a consultation to discuss which wave and timezone zone is best for your schedule.
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Paper 1 writing mastery · Paper 2 reading & listening strategies · Exam technique · AI-powered practice
Max 12 students per cohort · 2 timezone zones · Early bird ends March 31
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