6-Month IELTS Study Checklist

A structured preparation plan for IELTS Academic and General Training

TEO Academy IELTS Preparation

Turn Your IELTS Goal into a Structured Six-Month Plan

Set your target scores, work through each stage of preparation and track your progress across Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. Your entries are saved automatically in this browser.

Your preparation roadmap

Build Skills Gradually, Practise Strategically and Arrive Prepared

This checklist takes you from understanding the IELTS format and establishing a baseline through targeted skill development, timed practice, mock tests and final test-day preparation.

Define your target Set overall and skill-specific band goals.
Track 35 actions Tick each task as your preparation develops.
Return at any time Your progress is saved automatically on this device.
Read the IELTS Preparation Guide

Your Personal IELTS Study Plan

Record your intended test date and the scores required by your university, employer, professional body or other receiving organisation.

Your Checklist Progress

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01

Foundations for Success

Understand the test, define your goals and establish a sustainable study routine.

02

Master Receptive Skills

Develop more efficient Listening and Reading methods while expanding vocabulary in context.

03

Develop Productive Skills

Strengthen the organisation, language range and fluency required for Writing and Speaking.

04

Integrate Skills and Test Strategy

Apply your developing language skills through complete tasks, timed practice and focused error analysis.

05

Intensive Practice and Mock Tests

Build endurance, improve consistency and apply feedback under increasingly realistic test conditions.

06

Final Preparation and Confidence

Consolidate your progress, address final weaknesses and prepare calmly for the practical demands of test day.

Need More Information About IELTS?

Review the test types, four skills, band scores and preparation strategy in the main TEO Academy IELTS guide.

Read the IELTS Preparation Guide

Find an IELTS Tutor

Work with a tutor to assess your current performance, develop a focused plan and receive detailed feedback on your IELTS Writing, Speaking and test strategy.

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