Assessment services

How we can help

Cambridge Assessment English is the world’s largest provider of English language assessment. We bring our expertise in assessment design, delivery, operations and alignment to the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) to provide a range of bespoke assessment consultancy services. These services are delivered by world experts in assessment and are aimed at sharing best practice to ensure students are offered fair, valid and reliable assessments. We adopt a holistic approach, sharing our knowledge with you to develop your own capacity in order to create assessments that meet internationally recognised standards which suit your context.

Key benefits for you

We work with you to develop capacity by transferring our expert knowledge and skills and adapting to your context
As part of the University of Cambridge, we provide the advantage of a reputable, objective evaluation
We adopt a research-based approach to the alignment of your assessments to international and national standards
We can help you increase efficiency and effectiveness of your exam production processes, with the potential for a reduction in operational expenditure in the future

What we offer

Assessment review

Our assessment experts conduct an evaluation of your English language tests to determine test validity and offer guidance on areas for improvement.

Exam alignment

We can provide verification of your exam’s alignment to the CEFR, producing an analysis report and providing you with recommendations.

Test audit

We examine your processes and documents related to test production and administration, and offer guidance on how you can improve the process, realising efficiencies and operational cost savings.

Test design consultancy

Our assessment experts provide you with guidance and expertise when designing a new test construct or advising on test design. The level of involvement will depend on the existing tools, structure and testing system that you have in place.

Assessment training

We provide face-to-face training on all aspects of assessment, from theory to practice, enabling you to build capacity in your team and feel confident that you are meeting international standards.

Endorsement

Our experts audit your processes on an annual basis against specified requirements and monitor your adherence to these processes. We would then agree with you a joint statement that is displayed on the candidate’s certificate.

Case studies

Search for more case studies, including those relating to assessment services, in our online directory.

National Bilingual Project
Ministerio de Educación Nacional (MEN), Colombia

As part of its National Bilingual Project, the Colombian Government used a comprehensive programme of consultancy services from Cambridge Assessment English including benchmarking, tailored assessment, teacher development and capacity building.

Auditing a high-stakes national school English test
Foundation Innove, Estonia

We delivered a comprehensive audit of the Year 12 English test used in state schools across Estonia. Working with Estonian-based education competency consultancy Foundation Innove, we considered key aspects of the test, provided recommendations for future test enhancements, and delivered knowledge transfer workshops designed to build local capacity.

Contact us to learn more about our approach to English language consultancy, and to discuss how we can support you in the development of high-quality English language education.