IELTS Academic Speaking Forecast — Q2 2026 (May–August)
These are our Academic Speaking forecast tests for Q2 2026 (May–August).
We use advanced AI technology to search where test takers share the topics they saw — forums, exam reports and recall threads. From those reports we predict the topics most likely to come up. We then search our own test database for passages and tasks on those predicted topics, and build each forecast test from that existing material. Nothing here is newly written. That is a deliberate choice. We could have AI generate new tests, but generated material can stop matching the real exam format. Reusing real material keeps the format accurate. IELTS draws on a limited bank of material, and topics rotate, so recent reports are genuinely useful. Still, a forecast is not a guarantee — we cannot tell you which topics your exam will have. What you get is a feel for current trends, and vocabulary that may come up.
Predicted Topics
- celebrating special occasions with traditional desserts
- taking calculated risks and overcoming unexpected outcomes
- personal ambitions and planning for the future
- personal beliefs and shifting viewpoints over time
- decision-making processes and evaluating successful choices
- animals as characters in literature and storytelling
- digital communication and delays in modern messaging
- memorable travel experiences shared with close friends
- the role of photography in preserving memories
- public figures as role models for youth
- the atmosphere of attending live sporting events
- collaborative efforts and teamwork in social activities
- pursuing academic subjects and lifelong learning interests
- making life-changing decisions and evaluating their consequences
- exploring natural environments and outdoor spaces
- exploring hidden gems and lesser-known tourist destinations
- discovering and developing unique personal talents
- meaningful locations visited repeatedly for photography
- the influence of mentors in achieving personal goals
- experiencing unconventional culinary dishes and unusual meals
- interpersonal conflicts and the importance of apologies
- media consumption habits and popular television programs