Most candidates find the IELTS test a daunting prospect. It can be a life-changing test, yet many candidates do not receive any formal preparation; and those who do can always benefit from extra input. On this page we provide this input in a number of categories. Experienced IELTS teachers, many from the British Council provide insights they have picked up over the years, and which have proven valuable in helping candidates succeed. Equally, candidates share their own experiences of what has worked for them. IELTS 6 Band has everything you need to prepare for IELTS exam.