This session will walk you through the TOEFL iBT exam structure, your personalised study plan, course materials, and the journey ahead tailored to your target score and exam date.

UNDERSTANDING THE TOEFL iBT EXAM

Reading

35 min · 0–30

2 academic passages (~700 words each). Question types include: factual information, inference, vocabulary in context, sentence simplification, and prose summary. Tests analytical reading of university-level texts.

Listening

36 min · 0–30

2 lectures and 3 conversations. Tests comprehension of academic lectures, campus dialogues, and the ability to identify main ideas, details, function, and speaker attitude in spoken English.

Speaking

16 min · 0–30

4 tasks: 1 independent (personal opinion) and 3 integrated (read/listen/speak). Scored on delivery, language use, and topic development. Responses are recorded and scored by trained raters.

Writing

29 min · 0–30

2 tasks: Integrated Writing (read an article + listen to a lecture, then write a response) and Academic Discussion Writing (respond to an online discussion prompt). Scored on coherence, development, and language.

COURSE MATERIALS

Core Textbooks

Official Guide to the TOEFL iBT Test, 7th Ed. (ETS)

The definitive TOEFL preparation resource from the test makers. Includes full practice tests, diagnostic tools, and section strategies. Used as the backbone of every TOEFL course.

Official TOEFL iBT Tests, Volume 1, 5th Ed. (ETS)

Additional full-length official practice tests under real exam conditions. Essential for timed practice, mock tests, and final exam preparation.

English Grammar in Use — Raymond Murphy

Core reference grammar for consolidating the language accuracy needed across all four TOEFL sections, particularly Writing and Speaking.

Support Resources

ETS Official TOEFL Prep Portal

Practice tests, teaching resources, and iBT preparation from the test developers.

TST Prep (tstprep.com)

Section-specific video lessons, strategy guides, and scored practice tasks.

YouTube — TST Prep Channel

Detailed TOEFL strategies, task walkthroughs, and speaking response models.

YouTube — NoteFull TOEFL Mastery

Comprehensive TOEFL lessons including note-taking and integrated task strategies.

Additional TOEFL Simulations

Timed practice tests to build speed, stamina, and familiarity with the iBT format.

TOEFL STUDY PACKAGES

Choose the programme that best fits your target score and exam date.

Single Focus Lesson

1 hour

. Targeted to any section or skill area
. Ideal for specific task practice or review
. Flexible — book as needed

Extended Focus Lesson

2 hours

. In-depth session for integrated tasks or writing
. More time for full task completion and review
. Flexible scheduling

Ready for TOEFL Programme

16 hrs · 2 hrs/wk · 2 months

. Structured 2-month programme covering all sections
. Weekly sessions with written feedback between lessons
. Includes full mock test and detailed score report
. Ideal if your exam is 8–10 weeks away

INTENSIVE

Intensive TOEFL Programme

32 hrs · 4 hrs/wk · 2 months

. Accelerated 2-month full immersion programme
. 4 hours per week, rapid skill development
. Multiple mock tests with comprehensive feedback
. Best for students targeting 90+ from a lower baseline

FAST-TRACK

Fast-Track TOEFL Course

24 hrs · 6 hrs/wk · 1 month

. High-intensity 1-month focused preparation
. 6 hours per week — maximum immersion
. For students with urgent upcoming exam dates
. Complete coverage with exam day strategy session

WHAT TO EXPECT FROM YOUR LESSONS

Personalised TOEFL Study Plan

Every student begins with a diagnostic. Your plan targets your weakest sections and builds systematically towards your score goal.

Feedback on Every Written Task

Integrated writing responses and discussion tasks receive detailed, annotated written feedback after every session.

Speaking Response Review

Speaking tasks are recorded (optional) and reviewed together. I identify delivery, pacing, coherence, and vocabulary improvements.

Timed Mock Tests & Score Reports

Regular full timed mock exams simulate real iBT conditions. You receive a section-by-section score breakdown and action plan.

Curated Resources & Practice Tests

You receive access to a structured bank of official and supplementary resources, timed tasks, and integrated practice materials.

Ongoing Support Between Sessions

You can message me between sessions with questions about tasks, vocabulary, or strategies. I am with you throughout the journey.