TOEFL preparation

TOEFL preparation, planned from the goal.

We start with your level, target score and test date.

All four TOEFL iBT skills, with online lessons available

  • One-to-one tutoring
  • Online or in person
  • Free first lesson · No registration fee

Tell us your level and target university first.

What we consider when planning TOEFL preparation

The right preparation depends on the university requirement and the student's score profile. We check the current level first, then focus on what matters most.

  1. Confirm the target score and test date from the university requirement
  2. Assess Reading, Listening, Writing and Speaking separately
  3. Give more time to weaker sections and set priorities

2026 TOEFL iBT

TOEFL iBT: four skills, about two hours, 1-6 scores.

For tests from 21 January 2026, section and overall scores use a 1-6 scale. During the transition, reports also show a comparable 0-120 overall score.

Readingabout 30 min
Listeningabout 29 min
Writingabout 23 min
Speakingabout 8 min
See the current TOEFL iBT structure from ETS

Who it is for

Useful for students who...

We shape the preparation around the university requirement and the student's score profile.

High-school students in school uniform studying and writing in workbooks at library tables
  1. Are preparing for overseas university applications

    We start from the programme's TOEFL requirement and test date, then set the schedule and priorities.

  2. Have uneven scores across the four skills

    Lessons spend more time on the section holding the overall score back.

  3. Know school English but are unfamiliar with TOEFL

    We practise the current task types, timing and responding to academic English efficiently.

  4. Are deciding between TOEFL and IELTS

    We compare accepted tests, the student's strengths and how well each format fits.

Study plan

Plan around the student, not all four skills equally.

Start from the section profile, the university requirement and the time left.

01

Confirm the university requirement

Check the programme's latest official requirement and set the target score and test date.

02

Identify the section profile

Look at each skill separately to find the bottleneck.

03

Set priorities

Balance general improvement with targeted work on weaker sections.

04

Practise, review and adjust

Use mistakes to find why points were lost, then adjust the next practice.

Four skills

Each TOEFL skill needs a different type of practice.

Reading

Vocabulary, meaning in context, main ideas and academic texts.

Listening

Following conversations and academic talks: key points, purpose and structure.

Writing

Accuracy, relevant content, organisation and reasoning within the time limit.

Speaking

Organising an answer quickly and speaking clearly under time pressure.

Tutor matching

We check the fit with the student, not only the tutor's TOEFL experience.

We weigh TOEFL and academic-English experience alongside the student's school year, goal, level, schedule and lesson format.

Tell us your university goal and test date, and we will discuss suitable tutoring options. In-person lessons are mainly in Amstelveen and Amsterdam, subject to location.

See how we match tutors

FAQ

TOEFL tutoring for students

Is TOEFL iBT still scored out of 120?

No. From 21 January 2026, sections and overall score use a 1-6 scale. During the transition, reports also show a comparable 0-120 overall score.

What TOEFL score should a student aim for?

It depends on the university and programme. Check the official requirement, including minimum section scores, before setting the target.

Can a secondary school student start TOEFL preparation before they are advanced?

Yes. We start from the current level and, where needed, build academic vocabulary and core skills before intensive TOEFL practice.

Can lessons cover all four sections?

Yes. All four sections can be covered, with the balance set by the student's weaknesses and goal.

Can we choose between online and in person?

Online lessons are available anywhere in the Netherlands. In-person lessons are mainly offered in Amstelveen and Amsterdam, subject to location, days and times and tutor availability.

Free trial

Start by clarifying the TOEFL target and current level.

Before the trial, tell us the school year, university goal, test date and any existing scores. We will then suggest a suitable tutor and plan.

Free trial