Test Day Logistics & Tips

What you do on the morning of the exam and during the test itself can influence your score just as much as months of preparation. This lesson covers everything from when to arrive to how to handle unexpected problems.

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Before You Leave Home

Morning Routine

IELTS Test Day Morning — Recommended Schedule
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2.5 hours before test:  Wake up
2 hours before test:    Breakfast (protein + slow carbs)
1.5 hours before test:  Final bag check
1 hour before test:     Leave home / start travelling
30 min before test:     Arrive at test centre
15 min before test:     Registration opens

What to Eat

Your brain uses approximately 20% of your body's energy. Fuel it properly.

Good choices:

• Eggs on toast (protein + complex carbohydrates)
• Porridge with fruit
• Yoghurt with granola and banana
• Wholemeal sandwich with cheese

Avoid:

• Sugary cereals or pastries (blood sugar spike and crash)
• Too much caffeine (increases anxiety and may cause bathroom breaks)
• Heavy, greasy food (makes you sluggish)
• Nothing at all (your brain needs fuel for 3 hours of concentration)

Final Bag Check