IELTS Speaking Part 1 Sample Band 9 – Topic: School

1. How old are you when you started school?

Well, to the best of my recollection, I attended kindergarden at the age of four. And then when I turned six, I entered primary school.

2. Where did you go to school?

I lived on the outskirt of town ages ago, so I entered a primary and secondary school in my little town. But when I got into high school, my parents decided to move to live in the city so that I could study in a more prestigious school with modern facilities.

3. How did you get to school each day?

My school was within walking distance so I just walked there. My parents also bought me a bike so that I could get to the school easily, but I preferred to go by foot as a means of taking exercises to strengthen my lower body.

4. Did you enjoy it?

Yes, for sure. Unlike some of my friends who had aversion to school and just wanted to play truant from school, I just really loved to go to school everyday. Maybe the reason is that I was eager to learn new things from my teachers and friends.

5. Have you ever returned to see your old school again?

Yes, once in a while when I was off from work and back to my hometown, I paid a visit to my old school as well. It reminds me of sweet memories when I was still a naughty kid who liked to pull other’s leg.