B2 First for Schools preparation

B2 First for Schools exam preparation resources

Download our B2 First for Schools preparation resources to find links to all of our free resources to help teachers prepare learners for their exams with confidence.

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Free: Paper-based sample test

Download sample paper 1 for B2 First for Schools
Download sample paper 2 for B2 First for Schools

Free: Computer-based sample tests

You will need to use the Firefox browser to access these sample tests. You can download Firefox for free here. Once downloaded, open Firefox and use the links below to view the tests.

Watch this tutorial before you start to help you understand what you need to do.

Make a note of your answers as you do the test.

Reading and Use of English sample test

Listening sample test

Writing sample test

Use the answer keys below:

Reading and Use of English answer key

Listening answer key

There is no answer key for the Writing Paper, but there are sample answers and examiner comments on the relevant pages of the B2 First for Schools Handbook.

Free: Listening practice

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Free: English practice

Free online activities for reading, writing, listening, grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary.

Write & Improve helps you to improve your English writing level fast. Get realistic B2 First Writing questions and improve your grade with intensive exam practice.

Exam Lift

You can also improve your English and prepare for your B2 First for Schools exam by downloading the Exam Lift app.

The app includes daily activities that encourage you to practise your English in all four language skills – reading, writing, listening and speaking.

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Free: Self-study activities

Practice your reading, writing, speaking and listening skills using these free online resources. These materials are designed to help you to develop reading for gist and detail, managing unfamiliar vocabulary, as well as planning, drafting, editing and writing for the exam.

Covid-19 lesson plan

Writing Part 1 (An opinion essay)

Writing Part 2 – Writing an article

Reading and Use of English Part 1 (Multiple-choice cloze)

Reading and Use of English Part 5

Reading and Use of English Part 6 (Gapped text)

Speaking Part 2 (Long turn)

Listening Part 1 (Multiple choice)

Writing checklist – Level B2

Use this checklist to improve your written English and practise for your exam.

Download the Level B2 writing checklist

Information for candidates booklet

A guide to preparing for the exam, with study tips, frequently asked questions and exam day advice.

Download B2 First for Schools information for candidates

Summary regulations for candidates

All the important information you need to know when taking the exam.

Download Summary regulations for candidates

Support and information for parents

Children can have fun learning English with our free games and activities.

Find information and tips to help encourage your children to have fun learning English.

Official Cambridge English preparation materials

You can find a wide range of official Cambridge English support materials from Cambridge English and Cambridge University Press. Support materials include coursebooks and practice tests and include materials in both print and digital formats.