Class support
Review current topics, clarify difficult concepts and work through school assignments.
Yanmai Education · since 2021
IB Environmental Systems and Societies (ESS) tutoring
IB Diploma Programme · online one-to-one
Online IB ESS tutoring for the revised course, with case study and data practice and feedback on the individual investigation at SL and HL.
For international school students in Hong Kong and worldwide. Lessons follow the student's course guide, school pace and current learning needs.
The learning journey
What lessons can focus on
The revised course first examined in May 2026 introduced HL. Assessment includes a Paper 1 national case study, Paper 2 data and essays, and an individual investigation. ESS is interdisciplinary and can meet Group 3 and Group 4 requirements when the IB conditions are met.
Exam practice
Practise the relevant question types and review answers against the applicable marking guidance.
Coursework and IA
Plan the work, discuss research choices and receive feedback on drafts against the subject criteria.
The learning journey
Tutoring case studies
Case studies are being prepared.
You can book a free trial lesson to discuss the subject and experience a lesson with a tutor.
Questions & answers
Frequently asked questions
What changed in the revised ESS course?
The revised course first examined in May 2026 introduced HL. Assessment includes Paper 1 based on a national case study, Paper 2 with data and essay questions, and an individual investigation.
How do HL and SL ESS differ?
HL covers the content in greater depth. At SL, Paper 1 and the investigation each contribute 25% and Paper 2 contributes 50%. At HL, Paper 1 contributes 30%, Paper 2 50% and the investigation 20%.
Can ESS count as both Group 3 and Group 4?
ESS is interdisciplinary and may meet both Group 3 and Group 4 requirements when the applicable IB conditions are met. Confirm the subject combination with your school.
Who might choose ESS?
ESS may suit students interested in the environment and sustainability, and can help balance a subject combination across sciences and humanities.
The learning journey