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IB Diploma Prep Course & Private Tutoring

IB Diploma Prep Program

Pre-IB, Mid-IB, IB Revision support across 23 subjects, with IA/EE/TOK guidance.

  • Comprehensive support across 23 IB subjects with Pre-IB, Mid-IB and IB Revision courses
  • One-on-one tutoring and online classes of up to 6 students
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Live IB lesson: finding local maximum and minimum with derivatives in IB Mathematics SL
From a live IB Mathematics SL lesson: local maxima and minima.

40+

Target Points

IB Diploma Programme

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Programs

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Choose Your IB Program

Let's find the best support model for your IB subjects and targets.

Learning Options

Private Tutoring

Personalized IB Diploma Support

Work one-on-one with IB tutors to boost your grades in specific subjects and get expert IA/EE guidance.

  • Subject-specific personalized plan
  • IA and EE one-on-one guidance
  • Flexible lesson schedule
  • Replay your recordings for 14 days

Ideal for students who need focused support in specific subjects.

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Group Course

IB Revision & Prep Course

Pre-IB, Mid-IB, and IB Revision programs in small groups with subject-specific modules.

  • Subject-specific revision modules
  • Maximum 6 students per class
  • Regular practice tests in IB format
  • Past paper practice sessions
  • All materials included

Ideal for students who benefit from peer learning and need structured revision support.

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  • Private 1-on-1 lessons: If you are not satisfied after your first lesson, you receive a full refund.
  • Group classes: If you are not satisfied with the first week of classes, you receive a full refund.

All IB Diploma Subjects

Get one-on-one private tutoring or group courses with our expert tutors for each subject.

22 Subjects

A Glimpse Into Our IB Diploma Online Lessons

Our live, interactive lessons follow the real exam format. Expert tutors break down each topic step by step and provide instant feedback.

Class Experience

  • Private or small-group live lessons
  • Replay your lesson recordings for 14 days
  • Real-time performance tracking and analytics

Is This Program Right for You?

Match your current profile and target with the right preparation model.

Who Is It For?

  • High score target

    For students aiming for competitive applications and a clearly defined target score.

    • Diagnostic-first plan
    • Weekly milestones
    • Practice test tracking

  • Application timeline

    For students who need test prep aligned with school, application and scholarship deadlines.

    • Deadline-based pacing
    • Priority topic order
    • Application-aware guidance

  • Busy schedule

    For students and working professionals who need live online lessons with flexible timing.

    • Online lessons
    • Replay recordings
    • Evening and weekend options

  • Topic gaps

    For students who need targeted support in specific modules before full practice tests.

    • Weak-area mapping
    • Focused homework
    • Detailed feedback

IB Diploma Preparation Path by Starting Point

The exact plan is set after the diagnostic, but these bands show the typical route.

Score Roadmap

Starting PointTargetTypical TimeFocusSuggested Model
Foundation gapsSolid exam readiness10-16 weeksCore concepts + timingPrivate tutoring
Mid-range scoreCompetitive score8-12 weeksWeak modules + practice test reviewPrivate or small group
Near targetFinal optimization4-8 weeksStrategy, pace and error reductionIntensive review

Diploma-Focused Support.

Our IB tutors have deep knowledge of the IB curriculum and assessment criteria, and look at each student's needs individually.

Expert Tutors

GuaranteeFirst-Lesson Guarantee
If you're not satisfied after the first lesson, we refund it in full.
IA/EEIA and EE Specialists
Tutors who guide students from topic selection to final editing throughout the IA and Extended Essay process.

Everything You Need to Succeed

A complete set of tools and resources to support you at every step of your journey.

Comprehensive Program

Live Online Lessons
One-on-one support for every IB subject
Practice Tests
Practice tests in authentic IB format
IA Guidance
Internal Assessment planning and writing
EE Support
Extended Essay guidance from topic to completion
Predicted Grade
Grade tracking and optimization
Recorded Sessions
Replay your lessons for 14 days
Past Paper Archive
Practice with 10+ years of past papers
Parent Updates
Regular progress reports

Systematic Success in IB Diploma

Reach your 40+ target with separate strategies for each subject, IA/EE/TOK support, and regular practice tests.

Proven Methodology

  1. STEP 01

    IB Profile Analysis

    Comprehensive assessment based on your current grades, subject choices, and targets.

    • Subject-level strengths and weaknesses
    • HL/SL combination evaluation
    • Target total score and university matching

  2. STEP 02

    Personal IB Plan

    We create a separate study strategy for each subject along with an IA/EE timeline.

    • Subject-specific weekly plan
    • IA milestones calendar
    • EE research and writing schedule

  3. STEP 03

    Practice Tests and Final Prep

    Regular practice tests and past paper practice to optimize exam performance.

    • Practice test for every subject
    • Past paper analysis and review
    • Final 10-week intensive revision marathon

Program at a Glance

Verified information about exam format, program scope, and target planning.

Real Results

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IB Diploma Student Journeys

How students start, what they work on and how the plan changes as scores improve.

Case Studies

  • A. K.

    IB Diploma

    Start
    Diagnostic
    Target
    Target
    Duration:
    12 weeks
    Focus:
    Core gaps and timing
    Result:
    Reached application-ready score
    "The diagnostic showed exactly where I was losing points. The weekly plan made progress visible."

  • B. T.

    IB Diploma

    Start
    Uneven
    Target
    Stable
    Duration:
    16 weeks
    Focus:
    Practice test review and error log
    Result:
    Consistent practice test performance
    "Reviewing mistakes after each mock changed the way I studied."

  • C. Y.

    IB Diploma

    Start
    Near target
    Target
    Optimized
    Duration:
    6 weeks
    Focus:
    Pacing and final strategy
    Result:
    Higher confidence on test day
    "The final review helped me stop repeating the same small mistakes."

IB Diploma Success Stories

Success Stories

"I discovered TestPrep towards the end of the first semester and attended lessons without exception every week for two years. I took lessons right up until the day my final exams started. They have a very experienced teaching staff. Throughout the demanding IB process, they kept me motivated and helped me enter exams without anxiety."
Orhun · IB Diploma Student · Before: 32 · After: 42 · UCL Admission

Our IB Diploma Tutors

Meet our expert, results-oriented tutors

BK

Burak K.

IB Mathematics Tutor

IB Mathematics
EXPERIENCEsince 2016
TH

Tom H.

IB Physics Tutor

IB Physics
EXPERIENCEsince 2013
MA

Melis A.

IB Turkish A: Literature Tutor

IB Turkish A: Literature
EXPERIENCEsince 2014
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What Families Usually Ask

Before You Decide

Who teaches the lessons?
Lessons are taught by exam-focused tutors with strong score history and years of teaching experience.Meet the team
Is it suitable for my level?
Every program begins with a diagnostic, so the plan is adjusted for beginner, mid-level and advanced students.Get a diagnostic
Are all lessons online?
Yes. Lessons are live, interactive and online. Recordings can be replayed for review after class.Ask for details

What You Need to Know About IB Diploma

Detailed Information

What Is the IB Diploma Programme?

The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) is a prestigious international education program designed for students aged 16-19 and offered in over 5,000 schools worldwide. The program consists of six subject groups plus three core components: Theory of Knowledge (TOK), Extended Essay (EE), and Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS). Total score is calculated out of 45: 6 subjects x 7 points + TOK/EE bonus (0-3 points).

The IB Diploma is accepted and valued by the world's most selective universities. Oxford, Cambridge, Harvard, MIT, Stanford, Imperial College London, ETH Zurich, and similar institutions hold the IB Diploma in high regard. HL scores of 6 and 7 can provide course credit at many universities.

TestPrep has been supporting IB students since 2008. The most challenging aspect of the IB is managing six subjects alongside TOK, EE, and CAS simultaneously. Our experienced tutors provide comprehensive support across all components.

Quick Answers

What is the IB Diploma Programme?

The IB Diploma Programme is a two-year international qualification for students aged 16-19. Candidates take six subjects (one from each of six groups) plus three core components: Theory of Knowledge, the Extended Essay and CAS. Universities in the US, UK, Türkiye and worldwide accept the IB Diploma as a direct entry route.

How is the IB scored?

Each of the six subjects is graded 1-7 (max 42 points). Up to 3 additional points come from a TOK + Extended Essay matrix, giving a maximum of 45. The minimum for a diploma is 24 points plus completion of TOK, EE and CAS.

What is the difference between HL and SL?

Higher Level (HL) subjects are taught for ~240 hours and Standard Level (SL) for ~150 hours. HL goes deeper in content and analysis and weighs differently in exams and internal assessment. Students take three HL and three SL subjects (max four HL).

When does the IB run exams?

Two exam sessions per year: May (used by most schools in Türkiye) and November. May results are released in early July; November results in early January.

What IB score do top universities expect?

Top UK universities typically ask for 38-42; Oxbridge and LSE ask for 7s in specified HL subjects. Ivy League and US Top 20 admissions are competitive at 40+. English-medium programs in Türkiye usually accept 30-32 minimum, with scholarship thresholds at 36-38.

IB Diploma structure and assessment

Six subjects from the IB groups, plus three core components, with both internal and external assessment.

Group 1 — Studies in Language and Literature

Native language; Literature, Lang & Lit, or Lit & Performance

Group 2 — Language Acquisition

Second language; Language B or ab initio

Group 3 — Individuals and Societies

History, Economics, Geography, Psychology, Business Management, etc.

Group 4 — Sciences

Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science, etc.

Group 5 — Mathematics

Mathematics: Analysis & Approaches or Applications & Interpretation

Group 6 — Arts (or extra Group 3/4)

Visual Arts, Music, Theatre, Film, or a second Group 3/4 subject

Theory of Knowledge (TOK)

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Up to 3 bonus points (with EE)

Extended Essay (EE)

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4,000-word independent research

Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS)

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Required for diploma (no points)

Each subject combines external papers with internal assessment marked by the school and externally moderated.

IB scoring at a glance

Subject grades

Each subject scored 1-7; six subjects × 7 = 42 points.

TOK + EE matrix

Theory of Knowledge and Extended Essay are jointly assessed for 0-3 bonus points.

Total

Diploma is scored out of 45; the minimum pass is 24 points.

Failing conditions

An E in TOK/EE, missing CAS, three or more SL grades below 3, or two HL grades below 2 will block the diploma.

UK admissions typically map 7 to A*+ and 6 to A; in the US, HL 6-7 is often accepted as equivalent to AP 5.

Compare Your Options

One-on-one tutoring

Best for
Students chasing a target grade in a specific subject/HL
Format
Live online
Pace
Driven by the student and the school's calendar
Support
Concept teaching, IA / EE supervision, past paper drilling, marked practice test feedback
Tell me about one-on-one IB tutoring

Small-group course

Best for
Max 6 students in the same subject and level
Format
Live online
Pace
Fixed weekly schedule
Support
Joint concept teaching, shared IA workshops, group practice tests
See small-group course fees

IA + EE workshops

Best for
Students confident in content but stuck on IA/EE
Format
Themed short modules
Pace
4-8 weeks
Support
Research-question framing, draft review, criterion-based revision
Workshop programs

4-Phase Study Plan

  1. Phase 1 — Diagnostic & syllabus mapping

    Timeframe: 1-2 weeks

    Focus: Subject-level diagnostics, IA/EE prioritization, practice test calendar

    Outcome: A subject-by-subject strength/weakness map and personal timetable

  2. Phase 2 — DP1 in-year content work

    Timeframe: Throughout DP1

    Focus: Concept consolidation aligned with school, IA data/tools setup, EE topic selection

    Outcome: Strong DP1 predicted-grade baseline

  3. Phase 3 — DP2 exam strategy

    Timeframe: First term of DP2

    Focus: Past-paper rotation, mark-scheme analysis, command-term calibration

    Outcome: Reliable practice test performance and predicted grades

  4. Phase 4 — May/November finals

    Timeframe: Final 6-8 weeks

    Focus: Intensive practice tests, error log, time management, finalizing TOK/EE

    Outcome: Hit the target IB score and meet conditional offers

TestPrep Istanbul IB methodology

Subject + IA/EE under one tutor

The same tutor follows both content and IA/EE so feedback stays consistent across the syllabus.

Mark-scheme-driven practice

Every past paper is graded against IB mark schemes and examiner reports so students see exactly where the marks are gained or lost.

Predicted-grade-aware planning

We treat the school's predicted grade as a number to lift, prioritizing the subjects and IAs that move it the most.

Regular timed practice tests

Full-length practice tests under exam conditions feed an error log and weekly improvement plan.

Question Bank & Practice Tests

Our IB tutors

  • Specialists for Mathematics AA & AI HL/SL, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Economics, Business Management, Language B
  • Past-paper libraries and school-tailored practice papers
  • Extended Essay guidance: research question, methodology, draft revision
  • Experience across both Turkish and international IB World Schools

Frequently Asked Questions

Related Exams

IB Mathematics AA tutoringAA HL/SL tutoring with IA support.IB Physics tutoringHL/SL Physics teaching plus IA guidance.AP tutoringAP courses for US-focused applicants.A-Level tutoringAn alternative UK-focused diploma route.

IB Diploma Student Reviews

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Jingyi Su

Breaking IB Economics into smaller pieces worked much better for me. I started noticing the reason for a mistake much faster.

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Rahul Dhar

We wanted our child to keep up with the school pace in IB Global Politics. Returning to actual gaps instead of restarting everything saved time. The overall experience was positive from beginning to end.

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Darcy Cormack

When I started preparing for IB Diploma, I wasn't sure what order to study things in. We could make the workload lighter during busy weeks at school or university. Timed work showed exactly which section was slowing me down. The preparation felt calmer than I expected.

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Declan Menzies

Anxiety became more visible as the exam got closer. Full-length tests showed how time was being used across the exam. Thank you sincerely to everyone involved.

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Cody Yates

I chose IB English A this year and wanted to build a solid base from the beginning. By the end of each lesson, I knew what I was supposed to do during the week. Discussing why the other choices were wrong helped more than I expected. Thank you to the tutor who stayed supportive until the end.

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Fraser Hargreaves

At the beginning, we knew very little about the IB Diploma system as parents. It was good to see confidence returning over time. Full-length tests showed how time was being used across the exam. The plan was adjusted when school exams became busy. Seeing the change in our child made us very happy.

Ready to Boost YourIB Diploma Score?

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Discover your strengths and weaknesses with a free diagnostic test. Our expert tutors will create a personalized study plan just for you.

  • Free diagnostic test
  • Personalized study plan recommendation
  • Target score and test-date planning
  • Form your own private group of 3–6 students

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