IB English Language B
Grade Calculator (First assessment 2020)
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Assessment Components
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Prediction
Predicted Mark
4
Overall Score
50
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Predicted Mark Probability
Historical Grade Boundaries
Future Exam Timetable 2025-2026 – IB English B (HL & SL)
| Session | Date (Zone A9) | Paper | Duration | Slot |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2025 | Tue 4 Nov 2025 | Paper 1 – Writing | HL 1 h 30 m | SL 1 h 15 m | Morning (10:00) |
| Nov 2025 | Tue 4 Nov 2025 | Paper 2 – Reading | HL 1 h | SL 1 h | Immediately after P1* |
| Nov 2025 | Mon 3 Nov 2025 | Paper 2 – Listening | HL 1 h | SL 45 m | Afternoon (14:00) |
| May 2026 | Tue 5 May 2026 | Paper 1 – Writing | HL 1 h 30 m | SL 1 h 15 m | Morning (10:00) |
| May 2026 | Tue 5 May 2026 | Paper 2 – Reading | HL 1 h | SL 1 h | Immediately after P1* |
| May 2026 | Wed 6 May 2026 | Paper 2 – Listening | HL 1 h | SL 45 m | Afternoon (14:00) |
| Nov 2026 preview |
23 Oct – 13 Nov 2026 | Exact dates TBC | — | — |
| May 2027 preview |
23 Apr – 19 May 2027 | Exact dates TBC | — | — |
Dubai / Zone A9 timings: Morning papers begin 10:00, afternoon papers 14:00 local. Always confirm the final grid issued by your IB coordinator.
*Reading follows the Writing paper in the same morning sitting—plan practice sessions to cover the full block.