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Skills

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Grammar

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IELTS preparation
IELTS preparation

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Self-study courses

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Saint Patrick's Day
Saint Patrick's Day

Get ready for green lights, green hats, even green beer! Saint Patrick's Day is on 17 March. Why is Ireland's national day such a worldwide party?

Around the world
Around the world

Do you love learning about different countries and cultures? Come and take a trip around the world with us to find out about different countries, share your ideas and connect with other learners from all over the globe!

World Water Day
World Water Day

World Water Day, 22 March, draws attention to the essential role of water in our lives, the difficulties people face in getting it and solutions to these problems.

Ramadan
Ramadan

Ramadan is a holy month for Muslims. What happens during Ramadan and what does it mean to millions of Muslims worldwide?

Earth Hour
Earth Hour

Every year, millions of people around the world switch off their lights for one hour to draw attention to the environment. Read on to find out more.

Mountains and river in Yellowstone National Park
World Rewilding Day

March 20 is World Rewilding Day. But what is rewilding? And how is wilder nature better for animals, people and the planet? Read the article to find out more.

Nowruz
Nowruz

Nowruz is an important festival in Iran, Central Asia and beyond. Read on to find out how people celebrate the Persian New Year.

International Day of Happiness
International Day of Happiness

There's more behind the International Day of Happiness than you might think. Find out more by reading the article and answering the questions.

Phrasal verbs: why they're good to know, and how to learn them
Phrasal verbs: Why they're good to know, and how to learn them

Have you ever wondered why phrasal verbs are so important? Read this article to find out more.

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Understand your English level
Understand your English level

Learn more about the different CEFR levels and what learners at each level can do.
Free online English test
Free online English test

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