ENGLISH LANGUAGE WITH ALEX STOCKER
What are Cambridge exams and why should I take them?
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What?
​Cambridge exams are a series of internationally recognised English language assessments provided by Cambridge English, a department of the University of Cambridge. These exams are designed to evaluate a range of English language skills (reading, writing, listening, and speaking) across various proficiency levels
(Pre A1 Starters - C2 Proficiency).
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Why?
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Global recognition​
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Improved Career and academic opportunities
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Comprehensive skill evaluation
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Aligned with Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)
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Lifelong validity
STARTERS
MOVERS
FLYERS
These three Cambridge exams have been specifically created for young learners of English. They are official Cambridge exams and on passing the exam, successful candidates are issued with an official Cambridge certificate. The exams are designed improve your child’s level of English as well as making them feel more confident when speaking English.
The exam focuses on familiar topics and the skills necessary to communicate in English (speaking, listening, reading, and writing).​
KEY / KEY for schools
The KEY exam (adults) and the KEY for schools exam (school-age), formerly known as KET and KET for Schools, is the first level of the lower-main suite of Cambridge exams. It represents the A2 level on the CEFR meaning that students can communicate in simple situations. On the KEY for schools exam, the content is aimed at a younger learner rather than an adult like on the KEY exam.
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PRELIMINARY / PRELIMINARY for schools
​The PRELIMINARY exam (adults) and the PRELIMINARY for Schools exam (school-age), formerly known as PET and PET for Schools, is the second level of the lower-main suite of Cambridge exams. It represents the B1 level on the CEFR meaning that students have mastered the basics of English and possess practical English skills for everyday use.
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FIRST
The FIRST exam, formerly known as First Certificate in English (FCE) is the first level of Cambridge’s upper-main suite exams. It is the B2 level on the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR), the first step towards advanced English.
The exam is separated into four different papers but covers all five main disciplines: reading and use of English (grammar), writing, listening, and speaking.
Each of the five disciplines is worth 20% of the exam, and you must score an average of 60% or above to pass the exam.
Scoring over 80% on the FIRST will result in you being issued a certificate stating that you have passed the FIRST exam, but have done so demonstrating a C1 or the advanced level on the CEFR.
Passing the FIRST exam is your first step to being able to live and work in English.
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Link to B2 practice test (Listening / Reading / Writing)
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ADVANCED
The ADVANCED exam, formerly known as Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) is the second level of Cambridge’s upper-main suite exams, it is the C1 level on the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).
The exam is separated into four different papers but covers all five main disciplines: reading and use of English (grammar), writing, listening, and speaking.
Each of the five disciplines is worth 20% of the exam, and you must score an average of 60% or above to pass the exam.
Scoring over 80% on the ADVANCED will result in you being issued a certificate stating that you have passed the ADVANCED exam, but have done so demonstrating a C2 or the proficiency level on the CEFR.
Students who have passed the C1 exam would have little difficulty working in English or living in an English-speaking country.
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Link to C1 practice test (Listening / Reading / Writing)
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PROFICIENCY
The PROFICIENCY exam, formerly known as Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) is the third and final level of Cambridge’s upper-main suite exams, it is the C2 level on the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR).
The exam is separated into four different papers but covers all five main disciplines: reading and use of English (grammar), writing, listening, and speaking.
Each of the five disciplines is worth 20% of the exam, and you must score an average of 60% or above to pass the exam.
Students who have passed the C2 exam essentially demonstrate that they have a level like that of a native English speaker.
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Link to C2 practice test (Listening / Reading / Writing)
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