
Complete Guide to IB Exam Resources & Tools
Find the best IB Exam Resources and revision tips for success. Discover expert-recommended tools like Kognity, Revision Guides, and tutoring to boost your scores.
IB Exams are just around the corner for thousands of students all around the world, and we understand that many of you will feel anxious going into this period. Taking exams is never easy, and when that exam is worth up to 80% of your overall IB grade you may get even more stressed. Fear not, though, as there are many top resources available to you that you can benefit from in the weeks and days leading up to the start of your exams. Check them out below!
Kognity
If your student is a Kognity school, you’ll undoubtedly be aware of some of the fabulous resources that are available there. From sample exam-style questions to clear instructive materials like videos, interactive textbooks, diagrams, they’ve really got everything you need to prepare for final exams.
Youtube Videos
Many of us like learning through videos – it feels so much more interactive and ‘alive’ than staring at a textbook for hours. Luckily, there’s tons of free video content available to you on Youtube. Check out the Lanterna Youtube page for tons of videos in a variety of subjects ranging from Maths to History, English to Economics!
Get Revising
Get Revising offers a variety of study materials, but what we love most is their Study Planner tool! Use this study planner to help create your own study schedule. The key to succeeding in IB exams is structured studying, and Get Revising helps you with exactly that! Best of all, it’s completely free – just create an account.
Revision Guides
At Lanterna we’ve gone above and beyond to create free resources for IB students worldwide. One of the most commonly accessed resources close to exams are our Revision Guides. These guides go through our best tips and tricks on how to study for a variety of different subjects! Remember, you often want to use completely different study techniques for different types of subjects, as switching study techniques up helps increase your memorization.
Get a Tutor
The most sure-fire way to boost your scores ahead of exams is to get an expert IB alumni to sit down with you and talk you through your struggle areas. Together you can work on past papers, develop exam-taking strategies, and create a feasible study plan. We’ve created a special Exam Cram Package especially available during exam season allowing you to get 3 hours of 1-on-1 study time with one of our top tutors!

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IB exams can be highly stressful because they often account for a significant portion (up to 80%) of your final grade. The pressure to perform well across multiple subjects, coupled with the breadth of content, can be overwhelming. However, with the right resources and strategies, this stress can be effectively managed.
Effective resources include structured platforms like Kognity (if your school uses it), educational YouTube channels (like Lanterna's), study planners from sites like Get Revising, and comprehensive revision guides such as those offered by Lanterna. Combining different types of resources can enhance learning and retention.
A study planner, like the one offered by Get Revising, helps you create a structured revision schedule. This is crucial for IB exams as it ensures you cover all necessary content, allocate sufficient time to challenging topics, and avoid last-minute cramming, leading to more effective and less stressful preparation.
Yes, Lanterna provides a range of free resources, including comprehensive revision guides for various subjects, available on our website. We also have a YouTube channel with numerous educational videos to support your learning and exam preparation, covering many IB subjects at both SL and HL.
Lanterna tutors, many of whom scored 40+ in the IB, have extensive teaching experience, or are examiners, provide personalised support. They help you identify struggle areas, work through past papers, develop effective exam-taking strategies, and create a feasible study plan tailored to your needs, significantly boosting your confidence and scores.
The "Exam Cram Package" is a special offering designed for the exam season, providing dedicated 1-on-1 study time with one of our top tutors. It's perfect for intensive, focused revision to tackle specific challenges and refine your exam technique in the crucial weeks leading up to your exams, across a wide range of IB subjects.
The Lanterna free IB consultation is a no-pressure, 20-30 minute session with an IB Student Success Expert. It's designed to help you gain clarity on your current situation, address any doubts about the IB program or upcoming exams, and walk away with a personalised plan for what to focus on next.
Yes, the Lanterna IB consultation is absolutely free, with no obligation to book tutoring. Our goal is to provide valuable guidance and support to IB students and parents, offering expert insights and a clear action plan, backed by our team's experience with thousands of IB students.
Lanterna’s Student Success Experts are highly experienced professionals with deep knowledge of the IB curriculum and student challenges. They can help you understand your current academic standing, identify areas for improvement, and develop strategies to manage exam stress, ensuring you feel more prepared and confident. They can also help you build a study plan and check if your current strategies align with IB expectations.
During your free 20-30 minute consultation, you'll receive a clear, personalised plan for your IB journey, identifying key priorities and what to stop wasting time on. You'll gain expert insights and practical next steps, helping you approach your exams and the broader IB program with greater confidence and direction, with zero obligation to book tutoring.
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