IELTS Preparation Classes in Kathmandu

Best IELTS Class in Kathmandu, Nepal

Hartford Education, a leading education consultancy in Nepal, is dedicated to offering top-quality services at schools worldwide. Our IELTS course prepares students to take the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), a widely recognized test that assesses English language proficiency for non-native speakers. This test is often needed for admission to English-speaking universities, scholarships, or visa applications for work or study. The IELTS exam evaluates your ability to read, write, listen, and speak in English at the level required by universities.

Choose Hardford Education for the best study abroad consulting and IELTS preparation in Kathmandu, Nepal. We help you achieve a high IELTS score, increasing your chances of getting into top universities abroad. At Hardford Education, we provide tailored test preparation classes to help you succeed.

• Experienced Instructors
• Assistance with Test Date Bookings
• New Classes Starting Every Monday
• Flexible Schedules: Morning and day classes, free mock tests, unlimited resources 
• Special Discounts for Students with 70% or Above in Academics

Types of IELTS Test

1. IELTS Academic

The IELTS Academic Test is suitable for individuals planning to enroll in international universities for undergraduate or postgraduate programs or those aiming to begin their professional journey in a foreign country. This test is specifically designed to evaluate the English language proficiency of candidates who intend to pursue higher education in an English-speaking nation.

2. IELTS General Training

The IELTS General Training test is suitable for individuals seeking to apply for educational programs below the degree level. Also, it can be taken for work-related purposes or other employment training. This test assesses the practical English language skills necessary for everyday communication in a social and professional environment.

Both types of tests include four sections: Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing. The Listening and Speaking sections are the same for both tests, while there are slight variations in the Reading and Writing sections based on the test type.

Why study IELTS at Hardford Education?

A state-of-the-art lab where students can practice the test in real-life scenarios. Small class sizes with an ideal teacher-to-student ratio. Free regular mock tests. Practice sessions using official test materials. Modern multimedia-equipped classrooms. Regular feedback on student performance. Certified instructors.

• Modern Practice Labs: Students can practice tests in real-life scenarios using our state-of-the-art labs.
• Small Class Sizes: We maintain an optimal teacher-to-student ratio with small classes.
• Free Mock Tests: Regular mock tests are provided at no cost.
• Official Practice Materials: Practice sessions use official IELTS materials.
• Advanced Multimedia Classrooms: Classrooms are equipped with the latest multimedia technology.
• Regular Feedback: Students receive consistent feedback on their performance.
• Certified Instructors: Our teachers are fully certified and experienced.

IELTS Test and Format:

A. Listening Section

Duration: About 30 minutes, plus 10 minutes to transfer your answers.

Questions: 40 questions in total.

Question Types: You may encounter various question formats, including:

• Multiple choice
• Matching
• Plan/map/diagram labeling
• Form completion
• Summary completion
• Sentence completion
• Short-answer questions

Recordings:

• A conversation between two people in a daily social setting.
• A monologue in a daily social setting.
• A conversation among up to four people in an educational or training context.
• A monologue on an academic topic.

Skills Assessed:

• Understanding main ideas.
• Grasping specific factual details.
• Recognizing the speaker’s opinions, attitudes, and purpose.
• Following the flow of an argument.

Marking:

• Each correct answer earns 1 mark.
• Your score out of 40 is converted to the IELTS 9-Band Scale, reported in whole and half bands.

B. Reading Section

Duration: 60 minutes (no extra time to transfer answers).

Questions: 40 questions in total.

Question Types: The test includes various question formats, such as:

• Multiple choice

• True/False/Not Given (Identifying information)
• Yes/No/Not Given (Identifying a writer’s views/claims)
• Matching information, headings, features, or sentence endings
• Sentence, note, table, or diagram label completion
• Flow-chart completion
• Short-answer questions

IELTS Reading – Academic: This section includes three long texts that are analytical, discursive, descriptive, and factual. The passages are authentic and sourced from newspapers, research papers, journals, books, and magazines.

IELTS Reading – General: This section is similar to the academic reading but with passages taken from advertisements, brochures, and other everyday materials. The language is generally easier to understand.

Skills Assessed:

• Identifying the main idea and overall gist of the text.
• Reading for detailed information.
• Understanding inferences and implied meanings.
• Recognizing the writer’s opinions, attitudes, and purpose.
• Following the development of an argument.

Marking:

• Each correct answer earns 1 mark.
• Your score out of 40 is converted to the IELTS 9-Band Scale, reported in whole and half bands.
  

C. Speaking Section

Duration: 11-14 minutes.

Format: One-to-one conversation with an examiner, conducted on a different day.

Structure:

Part 1 (4-5 minutes): Introduction and interview. The examiner will introduce themselves, ask you to introduce yourself, and confirm your identity. You’ll then be asked general questions about familiar topics like home, family, work, studies, and interests.

Part 2 (3-4 minutes): Individual long turn. You’ll receive a task card with a topic to talk about. You’ll have 1 minute to prepare, using a pencil and paper to make notes. Then, you’ll speak for 1-2 minutes. The examiner may ask a couple of follow-up questions on the same topic.

Part 3 (4-5 minutes): Two-way discussion. The examiner will ask more in-depth questions related to the topic from Part 2, allowing you to discuss more complex ideas.

Skills Assessed:

• Communicating opinions and information on everyday topics.
• Speaking at length on a given topic, using appropriate language and organizing ideas clearly.
• Expressing and justifying opinions, and discussing and speculating about issues.

Marking:

Your performance is assessed by certified IELTS examiners based on criteria such as fluency, coherence, vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation. The public version of the assessment criteria is available at ielts.org/criteria.

D. Writing Section

Duration: 60 minutes.

Format: Two tasks.

Tasks:

Task 1: Write a summary or explanation of a given table, graph, or diagram in at least 150 words. You might be asked to describe data, explain how something works, or describe an object or event.

Task 2: Write an essay of at least 250 words in response to a point of view, argument, or problem. The topics are of general interest and suitable for those entering undergraduate or postgraduate studies or seeking professional registration. Your writing should be in an academic, semi-formal, or neutral style.

Skills Assessed:

Both tasks assess your ability to write a response that is appropriate in terms of content, organization of ideas, and the accuracy and range of vocabulary and grammar.

IELTS Scoring:

The overall IELTS band score is the average of your scores in Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking. For example, if a student scores 6.5 in Listening, 7.5 in Reading, 6 in Writing, and 6.5 in Speaking, their overall band score would be 6.5 (6.5 + 7.5 + 6 + 6.5 = 26.5/4).

The information below explains what each band score means in terms of your English language proficiency:

• Band 9: Expert user – You have a full command of English. Your use is accurate, fluent, and appropriate, with complete understanding.
• Band 8: Very good user – You have a strong command of English with only occasional mistakes. You may misunderstand things in unfamiliar situations but handle complex arguments well.
• Band 7: Good user – You generally handle English well, though you might make some mistakes or misunderstandings in certain situations. You can manage complex language and understand detailed reasoning.
• Band 6: Competent user – You have an effective command of English despite some mistakes. You can understand and use fairly complex language, especially in familiar situations.
• Band 5: Modest user – You have a partial command of English. You can understand and communicate in most situations, but you make many mistakes. You can handle basic communication in your own field.
• Band 4: Limited user – Your ability is limited to familiar situations. You often have problems understanding and expressing yourself, and you struggle with complex language.
• Band 3: Extremely limited user – You can only convey and understand general meaning in very familiar situations. Communication frequently breaks down.
• Band 2: Intermittent user – You have great difficulty understanding spoken and written English.
• Band 1: Non-user – You can only use a few isolated words and have no real ability to use the language.
• Band 0: Did not attempt the test – You did not answer the questions.
  

IELTS Registration and Fees: 

Registering for the IELTS test is easy. There are multiple test dates available each month. The Speaking test can be scheduled on the same day as your other tests or within seven days of your test date. A valid passport is required for registration, on the test day, and for the Speaking test.

Fees:

• IELTS Paper-Based (Academic and General Training): NPR 31,500.00
• IELTS Computer-Based (Academic and General Training): NPR 25,000.00
• If you are under 18, you’ll need your parent’s consent to register for the test.