IB English Language & Literature

Clarity of thought.
Precision of expression.
Confidence in every exam.

Expert IB English tutoring shaped around what top-band responses actually look like — and how to write them.

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90+
in English achieved by all tutors
SL & HL
both levels
100%
IB English focused
Free
first consultation
Paper 1 & Paper 2
Individual Oral
HL Essay
Online via Google Meet

About

Tutoring built around
your success.

Clarus English was founded on a single belief: with the right guidance, every student can learn to think critically, write persuasively, and perform at their best.

Every session is shaped around the individual — their texts, their strengths, and exactly where they need to grow.

1:1 & Small Group Sessions
Private and small group tutoring available
90+
in English achieved by all tutors
SL & HL
Both levels covered
Top Band
Every session aims for the highest marks

Examiner Intelligence

Understand what makes a response stand out — and build the consistent skills to write one every time.

Strategic Writing

From argument structure to timed writing, students develop a clear, reliable approach for any exam scenario.

Genuine Support

A space to ask questions, take risks, and grow — at your own pace, with a tutor fully invested in your progress.

Services

Everything you need
to excel.

Each service is tailored to where you are in the course and what you need most right now.

01

Paper 1 — Literary Analysis

A structured, repeatable approach to any unseen text. Build the habits top-band responses rely on.

What we cover

Guiding question — unpacking what the examiner is actually asking
Textual analysis — literary & stylistic features in context
Argument structure — thesis, evidence, commentary flow
Timed practice — 1h 15min (SL) / 2h 15min (HL) conditions
SL & HL Unseen Text

02

Paper 2 — Comparative Essay

Build a sharp, confident argument across two texts — structured, nuanced, and examiner-ready.

What we cover

Question analysis — selecting the strongest prompt for your texts
Comparative thesis — weaving two works into a single argument
Thematic frameworks — structure that earns marks across all criteria
Timed practice — 1h 45min (SL) / 1h 45min (HL) conditions
SL & HL Comparative

03

Individual Oral

From global issue selection to polished delivery — preparation that makes the IO feel natural, not nerve-wracking.

What we cover

Global issue — selecting one that's specific, arguable, and text-supported
Extract selection — identifying the most analytically rich passages
10-min outline — structuring a focused, criteria-aligned response
Mock orals — full practice runs with recorded feedback
SL & HL Internal Assessment

04

Higher Level Essay

Develop an original argument that reflects genuine literary insight — from first idea to final submission.

What we cover

Focus question — refining a literary question that's specific and arguable
Argument development — building a line of inquiry across the essay
Close reading — embedding textual evidence with analytical precision
Draft feedback — detailed written commentary at each stage
HL Only Internal Assessment

05

Essay Feedback & Marking

Detailed, honest feedback on any written work — with clear guidance on exactly what to strengthen and how.

What you receive

Criterion-by-criterion — scored against the IB markscheme
In-text annotations — specific comments on phrasing and argument
Priority actions — a clear list of what to fix first
Follow-up session — optional walkthrough of the feedback
All Levels All Components

06

Intensive Exam Prep

Targeted preparation in the weeks before exams — past papers, timed practice, and focused revision where it counts most.

What we cover

Past paper practice — timed P1 and P2 under exam conditions
Rapid feedback cycles — write, review, refine in each session
Weak-spot targeting — intensive focus on your lowest criteria
Exam strategy — timing, planning, and decision-making under pressure
All Levels Exam Season

Personalised Sessions

Shaped around your course, your texts, your goals, and where you need to grow.

Written Feedback

Detailed feedback on essays and assessments, with support available between sessions.

Contact

Ready to get
started?

Book a free consultation to find out how Clarus English can support your progress in IB English.

Email

clarus.english@gmail.com

Format

Online via Google Meet

Levels

SL & HL  ·  Year 1 & Year 2

Start with a free consultation.

No commitment needed. We'll discuss your course, your goals, and how sessions can be structured around exactly what you need.

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What to expect

A tailored plan from session one.

Sessions are built around your specific texts, assessment timeline, and where you need the most support.

Components covered

Paper 1 · Paper 2 · IO · HL Essay

Full support across every assessed component, for both levels.