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For us, learning English is more than just exams and grades. It’s about having the confidence to communicate and access a lifetime of enriching experiences and opportunities. Our qualifications are designed specifically for school-aged students, giving them regular milestones to keep them motivated.


Working with Cambridge English means access to a comprehensive range of exams and support. We provide exam preparation and free resources to help teachers prepare students, and – as the world’s leading provider of teaching qualifications and courses – we help teachers to continually develop their professional skills.



Cambridge English Qualifications

Assessment helps schools and students to reach the highest standards. As language learning can be a long process, it’s important to have regular milestones to aim for – our exams provide focus and pace to keep your students motivated, every step of the way.


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Your path to learning English, step by step


Cambridge English Qualifications are designed so that each exam builds on the skills you develop at the previous level. Below you can see how our exams work together to create an effective learning journey.


  1. Pre
    A1

    Pre A1 Starters

    This is the first of three exams for young learners. All three exams help younger children take their first steps towards learning English.

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  2. A1

    A1 Movers

    This is the second exam created specifically for younger children. All our exams for young learners are fun, colourful and activity based, motivating children to learn.

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  3. A2

    A2 Flyers

    This is the third exam created specifically for younger children. These exams build young learners’ confidence and lay the foundations for future success in English.

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  4. A2

    A2 Key for Schools

    This qualification helps learners to fully develop their everyday written and spoken English at Level A2. The exam builds on the skills students have achieved at A2 Flyers.

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  5. B1

    B1 Preliminary for Schools

    This is an intermediate-level qualification for students who have mastered the basics of English and now have practical language skills for everyday use.

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  6. B2

    B2 First for Schools

    This qualification is a great way for learners to prepare for higher level exams, and shows they have the language skills needed to communicate confidently in an English-speaking environment.

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  7. C1

    C1 Advanced

    This is proof of high-level achievement in English and the ideal qualification for students preparing for university or professional life.

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  8. C2

    C2 Proficiency

    This is our highest level qualification and it shows the world you have mastered English to an exceptional level.

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