Cambridge ESOL exams are increasingly being used in primary and secondary education around the world. To make them more appealing and accessible, we offer a range of qualifications which are specially tailored to suit the interests of school pupils and young learners.
Young Learners English Tests (YLE)
Learning English should be fun and stimulating for children. The Cambridge Young Learners English tests are an excellent way of motivating children and showing how much progress they have made.
Key English Test for Schools (KET for Schools)
Success in the Key English Test for Schools shows that the learner has a basic understanding of everyday English. The content and topics in the test are targeted at the interests and experiences of school children.
Preliminary English Test for Schools (PET for Schools)
Success in the Preliminary English Test for Schools shows that the learner can use everyday English at an intermediate level. The content and topics in the test are targeted at the interests and experiences of school children.
Cambridge English: First for Schools (FCE for Schools)
Cambridge English: First for Schools, commonly known as First Certificate in English for Schools (FCE for Schools), is a popular upper-intermediate English exam. It shows that a learner is becoming skilled in English and has the ability to:
- start working in an English speaking environment
- study at an upper-intermediate level – such as foundation or pathway courses
Teaching Knowledge Test (TKT)
The Teaching Knowledge Test is a flexible set of modules that gives a strong foundation in the cores areas of knowledge needed for English language teaching. It is suitable for teachers of primary, secondary or adult learners and for people who would like to teach English but have not yet started teaching.
Other Cambridge ESOL Exams
Cambridge ESOL has a wide choice of certificates reflecting the very different needs and abilities of people. Our certificates cover basic exams for those beginning to learn English, through to advanced certificates for those who have attained a high level of fluency. Our exams are recognised around the world by thousands of employers, universities and government ministries as proof of ability to use English.
