Kalhari transitioned from IELTS to the PTE in order to prepare for her work visa exam in Australia. By referring to the student reviews on our website and Facebook page, she reached out to us.
- PTE School provided Kalhari regular scheduled classes and 24/7 recorded lecture access.
- The practice portal helped her to practice the lessons whenever she wanted.
- Weekly mock test facility helped Kalhari to evaluate her current position and motivated her to overcome her weaknesses.
- 1 on 1 consultation with the trainer helped her to identify the shortcomings and make improvements through practicing.
- The study plan provided by the PTE School facilitated her in maintaining a consistent practice routine and periodically assessing her performance.
- Our prediction file significantly aided her in answering over 60% of the commonly asked questions on the actual PTE test.
Summary
Kalhari held a full-time job. She needed a work permit visa for Australia. Despite her efforts, she could not pass the IELTS exam. To get a work visa, an individual must achieve a minimum score of 6 in the IELTS exam or an equivalent score of 46-55 in the PTE exam. This level of proficiency is known as competent English. Kalhari needed a score of 46+ in PTE because she had failed in IELTS multiple times. She gave up on IELTS and learn about PTE. PTE was a new area for her, and she did not know how it worked. However, after understanding the patterns and scoring system of PTE, she found it easier to achieve her required score. This is because the scoring in PTE is interconnected across different sections, with several items contributing to multiple sections, making it easier to get a good score.
Kalhari sought guidance from the PTE School to improve her PTE score. She received training from a highly qualified trainer using study materials and advanced techniques.
After joining the PTE School, Kalhari attended regular classes and practiced on the portal. If she encountered any issues during practice, she watched recorded lectures and tips shared by the trainer. She continuously learned and practiced, jotting down all the helpful tips and tricks shared in classes and video lectures. These notes greatly aided her during practice sessions.
She attended section wise mock tests to evaluate her learning after completing each section. Once she finished all 4 modules of PTE, she began taking full mock tests. However, she realized she was not achieving the desired score in the Speaking & Listening section. To address this issue, she booked a 1-on-1 consultation with the trainer. During the consultation, the trainer identified her problem and provided guidance on improving her scores.
Meet Kalhari who got 57 (competent English) in PTE academic
When Kalhari switched from IELTS to PTE, it was a completely unfamiliar concept for her. Before enrolling in our PTE course, she had a 20-minute trial session with the trainer. Following a discussion with our trainer and gaining a clear understanding of the PTE exam, she decided to give it a shot. She enrolled in a three-month PTE course. Being a full-time employee, she had to put in a lot of effort to prepare for her PTE. After returning from work, she would typically listen to the recorded lectures and practice on our PTE portal. She effectively managed her work and study schedules, successfully completing her PTE training and achieving the desired score with our expert guidance.
Based on our course schedule, any student has the ability to finish all PTE modules in a span of just two weeks. However, Kalhari took a while because she was unfamiliar with PTE. She repeatedly listened to the recorded lectures, attempting to comprehend every single detail. She kept practicing and followed the instructions by taking weekly mock tests. After completing multiple mock tests and receiving feedback from her trainer, she successfully attained the desired score on the PTE exam.
For PTE preparation, we consistently advocate for our students to follow a simple method. Those are; i) learn the basic and fundamental, ii) practice with understanding, iii) attend mock test to check the progress; iv) sit for 1-on-1 consultation for better feedback and guidance.
The method was also followed by Kalhari. Initially, she went through the lectures, practiced on our practice portal that we own, and then proceeded to take weekly tests section by section and full mock tests. Finally, she had a consultation with the trainer to receive feedback. Her dedication and following our practice suggestions enabled her to achieve the desired score in PTE.
Challenge
Kalhari, who is studying for the IELTS, initially found it challenging to adjust to the PTE. Despite her academic brilliance, she could not attain the desired score in the IELTS examination. She felt uncertain and didn’t have any idea what to do. Since she was studying on her own, she struggled to identify her weaknesses in the IELTS. She didn’t seek any professional help. Once she decided to take the PTE exam, she realized it was an entirely different entity. She was struggling to achieve a high score in the speaking and listening section. The first part of the PTE exam is dedicated to speaking, and it accounts for a considerable portion of the total scores. It is crucial for her to perform well in the Speaking section. Kalahari observed that she consistently achieved high scores in speaking and listening in IELTS, but faced difficulties in attaining her desired scores in the same sections of the PTE exam. She struggled with spelling and grammar. She completed multiple speaking and listening mock tests in different sections and also practiced individual items. However, none of the solutions were truly effective.
After a few days of practice, she came to the realization that she couldn’t fix it on her own. As a result, she scheduled an appointment with the trainer to determine the issue.
I cannot say PTE is easier than the IELTS because when it comes to speaking, IELTS is super easy for me. I know what to do and what to talk, and listening is super easy. Even during the exam, I missed a couple of questions while listening to PTE, but I have never missed the IELTS questions.- Kalhari.
Solution
After Kalhari scheduled the consultation, our trainer met with her to review her mock test scores and individual practice questions. The trainer recognized Kalhari still could not move away from her IELTS approach. Her approach to treating PTE like IELTS was the main reason she didn’t score well in the practice tests. The trainer provided her with effective guidance on practicing.
I listen to recorded class very often when I felt I don’t know how any question to be answered. I think 1-on-1 with you is made different because you always encouraged me to find out my own mistakes. – Kalhari
To achieve a high score in PTE, students should follow certain techniques that can make the process more manageable. Our trainer guided Kalhari by sharing valuable tips, tricks, and the correct method, resulting in a clear understanding of PTE. The trainer also gave her all the necessary templates to use as a guide. Kalahari used those templates as a guide, but never committed them to memory. She created her own version of the template while keeping the pattern intact, which made it easier for her.
The trainer recommended practicing with Kalahari using our prediction file and gave him a personalized study plan. Kalhari was advised to answer all the questions in the prediction file to enhance her short-term memory and feel more confident during the actual exam.
The trainer recommended she practice as much as she possibly can. By consistently practicing with our prediction file and taking mock tests, she eventually began achieving higher scores.
We gave Kalhari all the latest materials and granted access to the practice portal to help them prepare and train for the PTE challenge.
With the help of the trainer’s study plan, she could practice consistently. Once again, our highly responsive online student support system was consistently available to assist her with any questions or concerns. Our team of online student support is extremely effective at resolving student issues.
Kalhari used to send his practice results to the online team for feedback, and our experts would respond promptly with necessary feedback and suggestions. Being a full-time employee, she took a two-day break prior to her PTE exam to fully dedicate herself to practice. Through hard work and dedication, she could achieve the score she needed in the PTE.
You have an excellent platform, actually, especially the prediction files on the lectures. That’s really helpful. – Kalhari
Result
Kalahari managed to overcome his problems with PTE speaking and listening by adhering to the trainer’s study plan and successfully finishing the PTE School’s prediction file. Her performance improved in both the Listening & Speaking section and the overall mock test.
The trainer’s demonstration of time management techniques greatly benefited her. Our practice portal provided her with immediate AI feedback, enabling her to identify and correct her mistakes for improvement.
The monthly prediction file we provide is essential reading for anyone preparing for the PTE, and it significantly boosted her confidence. Additionally, it aided her in comprehending and committing each subject to memory.
Kalhari needed to score at least 46 in the PTE, but he ended up achieving a score of 57, which is equivalent to a band score of 6.5 in IELTS.
PTE is something that you can achieve and you can practice and you can follow it by yourself with the support of the platform. So I definitely encourage people to do it rather than just wasting your money and breaking your head. – Kalahari
Conclusion
Kalhari achieved a score of 57 (equivalent to an IELTS Band Score of 6.5) in her first attempt at the PTE exam, thanks to the PTE training she received from the PTE School. This was a significant improvement for her, as she had been struggling with IELTS and wasting both time and money. By availing a range of effective services such as a highly experienced trainer, efficient student support system, world-class practice portal, up-to-date materials, instant automated mock test results, continuous follow-up, feedback sessions, and more, individuals can effortlessly and stress-free prepare for the PTE exam.
Kalhari suggests PTE School to her relatives and acquaintances who are facing difficulties in achieving their desired score in PTE.
Be connected with the trainer and follow the guidance because that is the main reliable person you have. You must trust the trainer because that have experiences. – Kalhari
