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Who accepts A2 Key?

Here are just a few of the leading organisations that will accept your certificate:

  • Universidad de Santiago de Chile
  • Universidad de Salamanca
  • Agfa-Gevaert
  • StudyPortals

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Whether you are teaching your classes online or have returned to school, we have a range of practical resources and tools for you. Discover our free resources to help you prepare your learners during Covid-19.

A2 for Schools exam preparation resources

Download our A2 Key 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 papers for A2 Key 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 Writing sample test

Listening sample test

Use the answer keys below:

Reading and Writing answer key

Listening answer key

There is no answer key for Reading and Writing Part 9, but there are sample answers and examiner comments in the relevant pages of the A2 Key for Schools handbook.


Test & Train

On-the-go practice with Test & Train

Test & Train is an easy-to-use practice tool to help you get ready for your A2 Key for Schools exam through short, sharp workouts. With over 300 practice questions, you can use it anytime, anywhere and as many times as your like!

Get started today


Free: English practice

Practise your English with our free online activities. We have activities for reading, writing, listening, grammar, pronunciation and vocabulary. 

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Exam Lift

You can also improve your English and prepare for your A2 Key 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.

Find out more about Exam Lift


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.

  • Listening Self-study plan
  • Reading Self-study plan
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  • Writing Self-study plan

Speaking test videos with examiners' commentary

These videos will help your students understand what happens during a speaking test. You can also download examiner comments for each video.

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Read the examiner comments for Luca and Federica's speaking test

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Read the examiner comments for Tommaso and Greta's speaking test


Vocabulary list

This list gives teachers a guide to the vocabulary needed when preparing students for A2 Key and A2 Key for Schools .

Download A2 Key for Schools vocabulary list


Information for candidates

A guide to the exam, with advice on preparing for the exam, tips for exam day and useful links.

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Summary regulations for candidates

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Watch our exam tip videos on how to prepare for A2 Key for Schools.


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.

Compact Key for Schools

A2 Key for Schools Authentic Practice Tests 1

Prepare for the exam with practice papers from Cambridge

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Compact Key for Schools

A2 Key for Schools Trainer 1

Six full practice tests plus easy-to-follow expert guidance and exam tips for exam success

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Compact Key for Schools

Compact Key for Schools

Fast, focused exam preparation - a 50 to 60 hour course to maximise student performance

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Compact Key for Schools

Exam Booster Key for Schools

Exam Boosters are filled with practice exam tasks, facts and useful tips

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Compact Key for Schools

Power Up

Power Up is a brand new course. It provides the perfect start to life's great adventure, creating 'future ready' learners who embrace life with confidence

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Compact Key for Schools

Prepare Level 3

PREPARE 2nd edition combines teen-appeal topics with 'under-the-radar' exam preparation

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