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Cambridge English
Qualifications
For every learner, every step of the way
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Why learning English Who is Cambridge How Cambridge English All about the qualifications
is important Assessment English? Qualifications help your
child

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Ways to support learners What happens after an exam Questions
– results and progression
Why learning English
is important
English opens doors to…

• Study

• Work

• Travel

• Cultural awareness

• Internet

• Books, films, songs, etc.

Who is Cambridge
Assessment English?
Cambridge Assessment English
Who they are

Part of the University of Cambridge

They help millions of people learn English

and prove their skills to the world
Why Cambridge
English Qualifications

• Better progression

• Real-life communications skills

• Accepted and valued worldwide

• Positive impact on learning and teaching

• Support for learners and parents

The Common European Framework
of Reference (CEFR)

The CEFR is the international standard for describing language ability

It has six levels starting at A1 (basic) through to C2 (expert)

It describes what learners can do at each level of learning a language

It covers all four key language skills: reading, writing, speaking and listening

Cambridge Assessment English has been continuously involved in the

research and development of the CEFR

Each Cambridge English Qualification targets a particular level of the CEFR

and provides a clear focus for study programmes
How Cambridge English
Qualifications help your child
Cambridge Assessment English
The world’s leading range of qualifications
for learners and teachers of English

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5.5 MILLION Accepted by over Exams and tests taken

qualifications and 25,000 in over 130 countries
tests taken every year organisations
worldwide
Cambridge English Qualifications
By school stage

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 Cambridge English Qualifications
Helping learners to improve their English, step by step

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All about the qualifications
Pre A1 Starters, A1 Movers
and A2 Flyers

Are designed to motivate young learners and build

their confidence step-by-step:

• Designed for young learners aged 6–12

• Practical skills for the real world

• No pass or fail – every child gets a certificate that

celebrates their achievement

• Fun and colourful exam materials

• Available on demand
Pre A1 Starters

Exam format Examples against CEFR

Reading and 20 mins Understand simple sentences and

Writing write simple words
Listening 20 mins Understand and respond to very
simple questions about self

Speaking 3–5 mins

See the range of preparation materials at
CEFR level Pre A1 cambridgeenglish.org/starters/prepare

Total exam length 43–45 mins

A1 Movers

Exam format Examples against CEFR

Reading and 30 mins Understand simple text and write

Writing simple sentences
Listening 25 mins Ask and respond to simple questions

Speaking 5–7 mins

See the range of preparation materials at
CEFR level A1 cambridgeenglish.org/starters/prepare

Total exam length 60–62 mins

A2 Flyers

Exam format Examples against CEFR

Reading and 40 mins Understand short texts, even if some

Writing words are unknown, and write short,
simple stories and descriptions
Listening 25 mins Understand simple conversations
and tell short, simple stories

Speaking 7–9 mins

See the range of preparation materials at
cambridgeenglish.org/starters/prepare
CEFR level A2
Total exam length 72–74 mins
Pre A1 Starters

“It looks so fun, it

makes you want to
take the test.”

Learner, Mexico
A1 Movers

“I am glad to have
pictures, they help when
you don't understand.”

Learner, Turkey
Speaking test format

Trained examiners ensure a fair assessment

Examiner can provide reassurance

The focus is on the child showing what they

know and not on judging them
A2 Key for Schools, B1 Preliminary
for Schools and B2 First for Schools,
C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency

These exams help students to improve their English

step-by-step and prove their skills to the world

• Real-life communication skills that can be used for

everyday life, travel, study and work

• Topics and tasks targeted at the interests and

experiences of school-aged learners and those going on
to higher education

• Comprehensive range of materials available for learners

and parents

• As children progress, preparing for the exams gives them

lots of opportunities to develop useful study skills and
build confidence
A2 Key for Schools

Exam format Examples against CEFR

Reading and Writing 60 mins Understand short texts and messages, and
write about daily life, hobbies, holidays, etc.
in short, simple texts

Listening 30 mins Understand simple questions and

instructions
Speaking 8–10mins Make simple plans and express likes,
dislikes and opinions using simple language See the range of preparation materials at
CEFR level A2 cambridgeenglish.org/keyforschools/prepare

Test format Computer based or paper based

Number of papers 3

Total exam length 98–100 mins

A2 Flyers A2 Key for Schools
B1 Preliminary for Schools

Exam format Examples against CEFR

Reading 45 mins Understand factual texts

Writing 45 mins Write about everyday subjects

Listening 36 mins Understand instructions and understand

main points from a talk or TV programme
on familiar topics See the range of preparation materials at
Speaking 10–12 mins Talk about reactions to films, music, etc. cambridgeenglish.org/preliminaryforschools
and give practical instructions /prepare
CEFR level B1
Test format Computer based or paper based
Number of papers 4
Total exam length 136–138 mins
A2 Key for Schools B1 Preliminary for Schools
B2 First for Schools

Exam format Examples against CEFR

Reading 75 mins Find relevant information in texts and make

simple notes for study purposes
Writing 80 mins Express feelings and opinions effectively and
give reasons
Listening 40 mins Understand films, TV programmes and news
at normal speed in standard English
Speaking 14 mins Communicate effectively face to face and
See the range of preparation materials at
express opinions
cambridgeenglish.org/firstforschools/prepare
CEFR level B2
Test format Computer based or paper based
Number of papers 4
Total exam length 209 mins
B2 First for Schools
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C1 Advanced

Exam format Examples against CEFR

Reading 90 mins Understand complex arguments and read
quickly enough to follow an academic course
Writing 90 mins Write reports, essays and articles that
communicate complex ideas effectively
Listening 40 mins Follow discussion and argument with only
occasional need for clarification
Speaking 15 mins Have extended conversations and discuss
abstract topics with good fluency and range
of language See the range of preparation materials at
cambridgeenglish.org/advanced/prepare
CEFR level C1
Test format Computer based or paper based
Number of 4
papers
Total exam length 235 mins
C1 Advanced
C2 Proficiency

Exam format Examples against CEFR

Reading 90 mins Understand details of complex documents
Writing 90 mins Write on any subject with good expression
and accuracy
Listening 40 mins Understand in any context, including
colloquial language
Speaking 16 mins Talk about complex or specialist topics,
negotiate and persuade effectively
CEFR level C2 See the range of preparation materials at
Test format Computer based or paper based cambridgeenglish.org/proficiency/prepare
Number of papers 4
Total exam length 236 mins
C2 Proficiency
Ways to support learners
Ways to support Pre A1 Starters,
A1 Movers and A2 Flyers

Sing and Learn Word list Resources Games and quizzes Online learning
picture book for parents activities
Ways to support A2 Key
for Schools and above

Exam Games and Resources Social media Online learning

preparation quizzes for parents activities
materials
What happens after an exam –
results and progression
Pre A1 Starters, A1 Movers
and A2 Flyers

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Understanding progress

The back of the certificate explains what the results mean

What happens after their exam
A2 Key and above

For most exams you will receive detailed feedback about your child’s
performance, including:
• Their overall language level
• Their level in each individual skill

The Cambridge English Scale is used across all the exams to provide
detailed results

It shows exactly how learners have performed within each CEFR level
and from one exam to the next

This information helps teachers and learners take action on problem

areas and set new learning goals
A2 Key for Schools, B1 Preliminary for Schools and
B2 First for Schools, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency

Statement of results Certificate

Global recognition
Places that recognise Cambridge English Qualifications

Organisations
• Unilever • Cadbury
• Deloitte & Touche • Esteé Lauder
• Emirates • Sony
• • “Universia Santander is a corporate social
HSBC KPMG
responsibility project from the Santander bank.
• FedEx • Microsoft In every organisation you have to test the
• GlaxoSmithKline • Coca-Cola people you have because they may believe they
• Nike have a certain level of English and then when
they are tested, they have a different level.
We think the Cambridge English exams are a
Universities & Institutions
good way to prove a level of English.”
• University of Michigan • Melbourne University
• NYU • World Health Mario de Morais, Business Manager,
Organization Universia Santander
• Oxford University
• King’s College London • United Nations
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