Plain-English guides to the GCSE and IGCSE speaking exams — what happens in the room, how the marks break down, and how to prepare. Written by the team behind Tête-à-Tête and checked against each board's official specification.
Role-play, reading aloud and photo card — timings by tier, the 50-mark breakdown, and what examiners actually reward.
Last updated 21 August 2026
