IDP IELTS Authors

Darren Chen is an IDP IELTS expert with more than 10 years' experience in English language education. She creates learning content for IELTS test takers and answers test preparation questions in IDP's IELTS Community. Linda has worked with students from all over the world, teaching both General and Academic English in schools, universities and businesses across Australia, Spain and the UK.

Helen Strange, Senior Licensed Immigration Adviser at [Aims Global Immigration and Education Services](https://www.aimsglobal.co.nz/ "AIMS Global"), has spent over a decade supporting migrants and employers to navigate New Zealand’s immigration system. Aims Global has assisted 18,000+ clients worldwide for 21 years, with a multilingual team operating from New Zealand and internationally.

IDP is the global official administrator of IELTS (International English Language Testing System), a globally recognised English proficiency test, and the official admissions agency for English-speaking universities in six countries worldwide. With over 57 years of experience, IDP boasts unparalleled data and world-class information infrastructure, having helped more than 450,000 global talent succeed. Leveraging its unparalleled international credibility, IDP provides the most transparent and professional personalised guidance, connecting students from IELTS test administration to achieving their target scores and ultimately succeeding in the global arena.

The IDP IELTS Thailand team is dedicated to helping you achieve your best results. We understand the test can be stressful, but we are here to support you through every step, from expert preparation tips and tricks to securing your ideal score. Trust the global leaders in IELTS to guide your journey toward success with confidence and ease.

IDP Staff is a team of experienced IELTS specialists, content experts, and writers dedicated to supporting you at every stage of your IELTS journey. With extensive experience in English language education and international student support, the team develops content to help you prepare with confidence. From test preparation strategies and skill-building advice to guidance on booking your test, understanding results, and improving your band score, IDP Staff ensures that every article and resource is aligned with official IELTS standards. Whether you're just starting your preparation or aiming to improve your score, content authored by IDP Staff is designed to give you the knowledge, tools, and confidence you need to succeed.