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IB English A: Language & Literature Tutoring

Develop original interpretations that stand out. Our tutors help you find your analytical voice and nail your IO.

Whether you're analysing unseen texts, preparing for Paper 1 and Paper 2, or developing your English IO and HL Essay, our tutors provide structured support tailored to your level and goals.

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What You Get with IB English A: Language & Literature Tutoring

Comprehensive support designed to help you achieve your target grade

Exam Mastery

  • Paper 1 guided analysis technique for unseen texts
  • Paper 2 comparative essay structure and timing
  • Literary terminology and stylistic analysis
  • Time management for essay-based papers

Oral & Coursework

  • Individual Oral (IO) preparation and practice
  • HL Essay topic selection and development
  • Global issue identification and literary connection
  • Feedback on drafts while maintaining academic integrity

Concept Building

  • Targeted support for your specific texts
  • Close reading techniques and annotation strategies
  • Author purpose and contextual analysis
  • Regular progress tracking and personalised study plans
Real student results

Students Improving Their English A Grades

4 → 7
"My tutor completely transformed how I approach unseen texts. Paper 1 went from my weakness to my strength."
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Isabella R.

English A HL, May 2024

5 → 7
"IO practice with feedback was invaluable. I felt so much more confident on the day."
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Ethan P.

English A HL, May 2024

3 → 6
"Learning to write proper thesis statements changed everything. My essays are so much more focused now."
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Mia T.

English A SL, Nov 2023

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English A HL vs SL: What's the Difference?

Understanding the requirements at each level

SL
HL
Teaching Hours
150 hours
240 hours
Works Studied
4 works minimum
6 works minimum
HL Essay
Not applicable
1200-1500 word essay
Paper 2
Comparative essay
Comparative essay (higher expectations)
Assessment Weight
IO 30%, P1 35%, P2 35%
IO 20%, P1 35%, P2 25%, HLE 20%

IB English A: Language & Literature Topics We Cover

Our tutors are experts in IB English A. Whether you're struggling with unseen text analysis or comparative essays, we provide targeted help exactly where you need it.

Textual Analysis

  • Close reading
  • Stylistic devices
  • Narrative techniques
  • Imagery
  • +1 more

Literary Forms

  • Poetry analysis
  • Prose fiction
  • Drama
  • Non-literary texts
  • +1 more

Comparative Study

  • Thematic comparison
  • Technique comparison
  • Contextual links
  • Author comparison
  • +1 more

Global Issues

  • Culture and identity
  • Power and politics
  • Art and creativity
  • Science and technology
  • +1 more

Written Skills

  • Essay structure
  • Thesis development
  • Evidence integration
  • Academic writing
  • +1 more

Oral Skills

  • IO structure
  • Literary analysis
  • Global issue connection
  • Presentation
  • +1 more
Assessment breakdown

IB English A: Language & Literature Assessment Structure

Understand exactly how you'll be assessed and prepare strategically for each component

Paper 1

External Exam
SL: 35%
HL: 35%

Guided literary analysis of unseen literary or non-literary texts

SL: 1 hour 15 min | HL: 2 hours 15 min
SL: 1 text analysis | HL: 2 text analyses (literary and non-literary)

Paper 2

External Exam
SL: 35%
HL: 25%

Comparative essay on at least two works studied in the course

SL: 1 hour 45 min | HL: 1 hour 45 min
1 essay from 4 general questions, comparing works from different literary forms

Individual Oral (IO)

Internal Assessment
SL: 30%
HL: 20%

Oral analysis connecting a global issue to one literary and one non-literary text

15 minutes (10 min presentation + 5 min discussion)
Student-led presentation with examiner questions

HL Essay (HL only)

External Exam
HL only: 20%

1,200-1,500 word essay on a literary work studied in the course

Line of inquiry developed through independent study and reflection

Grade Boundaries (May 2024)

Grade
SL
HL
7
73%+
70%+
6
60%+
58%+
5
49%+
47%+
4
37%+
35%+

Grade boundaries vary each exam session. These are indicative based on recent sessions.

Key Assessment Notes

  • IO must connect both texts through a clear global issue
  • Paper 2 must compare at least two works with different literary forms
  • HL Essay requires independent research and personal interpretation

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