Cambridge English Qualifications

Accepted and valued worldwide

95% of teachers and school leaders agree that preparing for Cambridge English Qualifications improves students’ English.*

Cambridge English Qualifications are trusted by thousands of organisations worldwide and are a mark of excellence, opening doors to higher education and employment opportunities. Perfectly paired learning materials help candidates to thrive in English, perform at their best and prove their skills to the world.

*Cambridge English Qualifications School Survey (2025) asked school leaders and teachers their views about the impact Cambridge English Qualifications have on learning and teaching. It received a total of 5,789 responses from 109 countries.

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Why our exams?

Positively impact teaching and learning
Deliver seamless learning, exam preparation and assessment journeys
Teach with targeted, insight-led courses and exam preparation materials for every learning situation
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Our exams

Children progressing from Pre A1 to A2 in English.

Young learners (Pre A1 to A2)

A child’s first steps in English, growing their confidence, familiarising them with exams and helping them start to prove their skills in ways they enjoy.

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A2 Key for Schools and A2 Key

Demonstrate control of language skills to communicate at a basic level, in simple everyday situations. It is the ideal foundation for further study, giving students the confidence for future success.

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B1 Preliminary for Schools and B1 Preliminary

An intermediate-level qualification demonstrating a mastery of the basics of English and the practical language skills for everyday use.

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B2 First for Schools and B2 First

The qualification to demonstrate overall control of the language skills needed to communicate confidently and effectively in an English-speaking environment.

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C1 Advanced

This is proof of high-level achievement in English and the ideal qualification for students preparing for university or professional life.

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C2 Proficiency

Our highest-level qualification showing the world you have mastered English to an exceptional level.

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What do these levels mean? Learn more about the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) levels

Two ways to take your Cambridge English Qualifications: digital or paper?

Our digital exams offer an enhanced candidate experience and faster results. Or, for a more traditional route, we continue to offer our paper-based exams.

It’s the same qualification and there’s no need to change the way you prepare.

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