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IELTS Speaking Part 1: School

These are IELTS Speaking Part 1 questions on school, with band 9 sample answers and tips. Part 1 answers should be two or three natural sentences that extend beyond a yes or no.

Questions

  1. Did you go to secondary/high school near to where you lived? [Why/Why not?]
  2. What did you like about your secondary/high school? [Why?]
  3. Tell me about anything you didn't like at your school.
  4. How do you think your school could be improved? [Why/Why not?]

Sample answers

Sample answer to these questions

Yes, my secondary school was close to home, making it convenient for after-school activities. I enjoyed the friendly atmosphere and the friendships I formed. However, I didn't like the exam-focused approach, which sometimes made learning stressful. To improve, the school could offer more time for sports and include a wider variety of reading materials in the library.

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