Exams for Schools
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.
For more information, please visit the YLE section of our main website.
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.
For more information, please visit the KET for Schools section of our main website.
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.
For more information, please visit the PET for Schools section of our main website.
First Certificate in English (FCE)
The First Certificate in English is generally taken by older children and adults. Success at this level shows that the learner can use everyday written and spoken English in a variety of settings at an upper-intermediate level.
For more information, please visit the FCE section of our main website.
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.
For more information, please visit the TKT section of our main website.
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.
For more information about Cambridge ESOL exams, please visit our main website.
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