Introduction
For students taking IB English A: Language and Literature SL (TZ1), knowing the 2025 grade boundaries is crucial to setting performance goals. These thresholds show how marks translate into grades across the oral assessment, written exams, and final results.
This article breaks down the boundaries for each component — Internal Assessment (Oral), Paper 1, Paper 2, and the final grade.
Quick Study Checklist
- ✅ Strengthen analysis of both literary and non-literary texts.
- ✅ Practice oral presentations with clear arguments and textual support.
- ✅ Focus on Paper 1 commentary techniques for short unseen texts.
- ✅ Prepare Paper 2 comparative essays with strong planning and structure.
- ✅ Review grade boundaries to track target scores.
IB English A SL 2025 Grade Boundaries (TZ1)
Internal Assessment (Oral) – out of 40
- Grade 7: 34–40
- Grade 6: 29–33
- Grade 5: 24–28
- Grade 4: 19–23
- Grade 3: 13–18
- Grade 2: 7–12
- Grade 1: 0–6
Paper 1 – out of 20
- Grade 7: 17–20
- Grade 6: 14–16
- Grade 5: 12–13
- Grade 4: 9–11
- Grade 3: 6–8
- Grade 2: 3–5
- Grade 1: 0–2
Paper 2 – out of 30
- Grade 7: 22–30
- Grade 6: 18–21
- Grade 5: 14–17
- Grade 4: 10–13
- Grade 3: 7–9
- Grade 2: 4–6
- Grade 1: 0–3
Final IB English A SL Grade Boundaries – out of 100
- Grade 7: 78–100
- Grade 6: 65–77
- Grade 5: 53–64
- Grade 4: 39–52
- Grade 3: 26–38
- Grade 2: 12–25
- Grade 1: 0–11
Tips to Achieve a Level 7
- Oral: Organize ideas clearly and link to literary features or cultural context.
- Paper 1: Annotate efficiently during reading time and focus on text-specific analysis.
- Paper 2: Prepare flexible essay outlines that can adapt to a variety of prompts.
- Overall: Practice timed responses to simulate exam conditions and refine pacing.
Conclusion
The IB English A SL (TZ1) 2025 grade boundaries give students a roadmap for performance in all components. With consistent practice, strong textual analysis, and exam technique, aiming for a Level 7 is achievable.
