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Mastering IELTS: Insider Advice from a Top Scorer (Band 8)

IELTS High Scorer's Advice Band 8 Tips October 2023

Achieving a high score in the IELTS exam is a significant milestone, and for those of you aiming for Band 8, it often seems like a daunting challenge. That’s exactly why we keep gathering valuable insights from successful candidates who know first-hand what it takes.

One such achiever is Laura Fernandez from Spain, who scored an impressive Overall Band 8.0 in the IELTS test. Laura’s story is truly inspiring, because it proves that with the right preparation materials and dedication, you can conquer the IELTS exam and achieve your desired score.

Laura’s superpower was her comprehensive approach to exam preparation. When asked about her advice for fellow candidates, she emphasised the importance of a well-rounded preparation focusing on all four skills: listening, reading, writing, and speaking.

Best IELTS test result October 2023

Laura said,

“To be honest, I would recommend all candidates taking the IELTS test to prepare themselves very well in all four skills. It is true that grammar and vocabulary are important, but many tend to focus a lot on these aspects and not so much on reading and listening comprehension, for example”.

Another piece of advice Laura shared resonates deeply with IELTS test takers: the value of mock tests. She stressed the importance of practicing with a variety of mock tests, perfecting your skills and time management in real exam conditions.

“They should do as many mock tests as they can because they will never be enough,”Laura said, adding a touch of humour to her earnest recommendation.

Laura credited her success to the resources she used during her preparation. She mentioned relying on High Scorer’s Choice practice test books, which evidently played a pivotal role in helping her achieve her remarkable Band 8.0 score. The right study materials can make a significant difference, because nothing can replace targeted practice and valuable insights into the exam format and question types.

As you’re about to hit the books, remember Laura’s advice: focus on all four skills, don’t neglect reading and listening comprehension, and practice with a variety of mock tests. And last but not least – get in touch if you feel stuck and need help! That’s what we’re here for.

IELTS Results competition winners in September & October 2023

IELTS Results competition winners in October 2023

There’s a famous saying, “Spectacular achievement is always preceded by unspectacular preparation”, and it holds true about a very special group of people you will meet in a second. They put in a great deal of effort getting ready for IELTS and none of it was glamorous… but look where it got them!

We are excited to announce the 12 amazing test takers who will forever remember October 2023 as the month when they conquered IELTS! With band scores ranging from 7 to 8.5, they’re over the moon about their achievements!

Let’s give a huge round of applause to:

IELTS results competition winners of September & October 2023

Academic Module

  • 1st place – Sattorbek Yuldashev from Uzbekistan, Band 8.5
  • 1st place – Syeda Sabiqa Zehra from Pakistan, Band 8.5
  • 2nd place – Dorottya Kovarcsik from Hungary, Band 8
  • 2nd place – Laura Fernandez from Spain, Band 8
  • 2nd place – Navleen Kaur Mand from India, Band 8
  • 3rd place – Richard Ando from Ghana, Band 7.5
  • 3rd place – Govind Mohan from India, Band 7.5

General Training Module

  • 1st place – Kashish Chaudhary from India, Band 8
  • 1st place – Ahsan Anwar Kizhakkiniyakath from India, Band 8
  • 1st place – Zareen Fatima from India, Band 8
  • 2nd place – Victor Manrique from Peru, Band 7
  • 2nd place – Tanjot Singh from India, Band 7

Congratulations on these fantastic scores!

We’re sending their certificates of achievement straight to their emails, making this day a little extra special for them. And guess what? Their fantastic IELTS results will be showcased in the IELTS-Blog hall of fame! So, winners, feel free to flaunt your achievements among your family, friends and anyone who’d love to celebrate with you.

How did they score so well?

Now, you might be wondering, ‘How did they manage such great scores?’ Well, some of them are our students, and we are incredibly proud of their achievements:

Dorottya Kovarcsik (Overall Band 8.0) used our book ‘Target Band 7’ and VIP Club resources to maximise her IELTS score and, as a result, overshot her target! Read her success story here

Laura Fernandez (Overall Band 8.0) relied on the practice tests from the ‘High Scorer’s Choice’ series, published by Simone Braverman and Robert Nicholson. She felt lucky to have found them online because their helped her get the score she needed.

Ahsan Kizhakkiniyakath (Overall Band 8.0) prepared for IELTS with our book ‘Ace the IELTS’ and solved many practice tests from the ‘High Scorer’s Choice’ series.

Victor Manrique (Overall Band 7.0) is an IELTS-Blog VIP Club member; in addition to studying model answers daily Victor improved his writing and speaking with the help of our teachers.

We would love to hear from more winners, because when you share your stories and tell us how you studied, you are helping thousands of test takers, preparing for their exams right now. Any useful tips will be posted on IELTS-Blog.com, so everyone can use the same technique and get a better score in their own exam this month.

Did you know? IELTS results competition runs every month, and everyone is welcome to participate. Learn how to enroll here.