Key English Test (KET) for Schools
CEFR Level A2
A great first step in learning English
International English – an important
life skill
Teachers and parents want what is best for children. The
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different from the world you knew as a child. They will have
opportunities to live, work and study anywhere in the world
and will experience a much more international environment
in their own country.
Their world will also be much more demanding and
competitive. Helping children to learn English gives them an
important skill for school and beyond.
English vastly increases the number of opportunities they
will have in life and makes sure they stand out from the
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Children are never too young to start learning English – they
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Cambridge English: Key for Schools, also known as Key English
Test (KET) for Schools, allows you to motivate children and
measure their progress, while helping them build confidence
and rewarding their efforts.
Cambridge English: Key for Schools
Cambridge English: Key for Schools is an international English
exam for school-aged learners.
It shows that a learner can deal with everyday written and
spoken English at a basic level.
Preparing for the exam helps learners:
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An internationally recognised certificate –
within the reach of younger learners
Cambridge English: Key for Schools is a version of the
internationally accepted exam Cambridge English: Key, also
known as Key English Test (KET).
It has been developed with exam content aimed at the
interests and experience of school-aged learners.
Cambridge English: Key for Schools
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Cambridge English: Preliminary for Schools, also known as
Preliminary English Test (PET) for Schools.
www.CambridgeESOL.org/KeyForSchools
“ I have chosen to prepare my students
for Cambridge English: Key because
I think it is important to give them
the opportunity to be familiar with
international language examinations
and to start being evaluated with
international criteria.”
Francesca Maria Loreti, Teacher, Italy
Why choose Cambridge English: Key
for Schools?
Real everyday English
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and speak basic English based on realistic everyday
situations
An international test
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to international standards
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people worldwide that take Cambridge English tests
each year
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language ability
High quality testing
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has and how their English is improving
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communication
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encourage learners to speak English in classroom activities
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Internationally accepted
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improves their prospects for international study and work
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as someone taking Cambridge English: Key (KET) – the
same exam, but for older learners
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colleges, universities and governments around the world
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Real-life language skills
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At this level, learners can:
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their personal details
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clearly
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Exam results
Each learner that successfully completes Cambridge English:
Key for Schools receives two documents – a certificate and a
Statement of Results.
Certificate
The certificate indicates the language level they achieved:
Cambridge English: Key for Schools – Level B1
Introduced September 2011
Pass with Distinction
Exceptional candidates sometimes show ability beyond
A2 level. Students that achieve Pass with Distinction in
their exam will receive the Key English Test certificate
stating that they demonstrated ability at Level B1.
Cambridge English: Key for Schools – Level A2
Pass with Merit or Pass
If a student achieves Pass with Merit or Pass in their
exam, they will be awarded the Key English Test certificate
at Level A2.
Level A1 certificate
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falls within Level A1, they will receive a Cambridge English
certificate stating that they demonstrated ability at A1 level.
The Common European
Framework of Reference
Cambridge English:
Key
C2
C
Proficient
user
C1
B2
B
Independent
user
B1
Pass with Distinction*
Pass with Merit
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* Pass with Distinction was
introduced in September 2011
Statement of Results
This shows three pieces of information:
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This information helps candidates and their teachers
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The exam format
Cambridge English: Key for Schools has three papers:
Reading and Writing: 1 hour 10 minutes
50% of the final mark (25% for Reading and 25% for Writing)
Students need to be able to show they can understand
simple written instructions such as signs, brochures,
newspapers and magazines. Students need to be able to
complete a short everyday writing task.
Listening: 30 minutes
25% of the mark
Students need to show they can understand announcements
and other spoken material when people speak reasonably
slowly.
Speaking: up to 10 minutes
25% of the mark
Students take part in a conversation, asking and
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factual information. They take the Speaking test
with another candidate or in a group of three.
Download sample papers at
www.CambridgeESOL.org/KeyForSchools
Cambridge English for Schools
Cambridge ESOL offers even the youngest learners the
chance to learn real language skills in a way that is enjoyable
and encourages progress.
Cambridge English: Key (KET) for Schools
CEFR (Level A2)
Cambridge English: Preliminary (PET) for Schools
CEFR (Level B1)
Cambridge English: First (FCE) for Schools
CEFR (Level B2)
Cambridge English: Key for Schools –
An internationally recognised
certificate within the reach of younger
learners.
What’s next?
Teachers
Find a centre
If your school does not already prepare students for
Cambridge English exams, you can find out more by
contacting your local Cambridge ESOL examination centre.
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Support
Cambridge ESOL is here to help you every step of the way.
You can download sample papers, an Online Practice Test
and other resources to help you prepare candidates for their
exam.
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There is also a wide range of support and preparation tips
for students at www.CambridgeESOL.org
Parents
Contact your child’s school or English teacher
They can advise you on preparing your child for the exam.
Find a centre that offers Cambridge English: Key for Schools
Your local Cambridge ESOL exam centre can help you find
out about:
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Successful students can develop their skills further by taking
one of our higher level examinations, such as:
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www.CambridgeESOL.org/FirstForSchools
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varieties of English
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business, study and everyday living
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classroom
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8 million people in 150 countries every year.