Resources for teachers

Our resources are designed to help you develop your own skills, and to make learning enjoyable and motivating for your students at every stage of their learning journey. We have resources to help you prepare students for Cambridge English Qualifications, and general resources for all teachers of English. We also have monthly webinars covering all aspects of teaching English.

Free resources for preparing learners for Cambridge English Qualifications

We have everything you need to support you in the classroom.

You can download free lesson plans, handbooks, vocabulary lists and sample papers for all of our qualifications. We also have speaking test example videos that you can show your students to familiarise them with the tests.

Free digital resources to help you teach online

We are committed to supporting our schools, teachers and learners during these difficult circumstances. If you are preparing your students for their exams online, we have created a range of free digital resources to support you.

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General resources for English teachers

We have a wealth of resources for teachers of English, wherever you are teaching. You can use our resources in your classroom, or use them to create your own lesson plans. We also have apps, games, and activities that you can use with your students.

Webinars for teachers

Cambridge English webinars cover a wide spectrum of subjects, including effective teaching methods, tips to improve student engagement, developing your career, and digital skills training. They give you the opportunity to ask questions and find out more about our exams and how they are assessed.

Mock test toolkit for young learners

Running a mock test gives your learners a true exam day experience and helps you decide if they are ready for their exam. If you prepare students for Pre A1 Starters, A1 Movers or A2 Flyers get our young learner mock test toolkit.

Mock test toolkit for older learners

Use our older learner mock test toolkit if you prepare students for A2 Key for Schools through to C2 Proficiency. It includes tips for running a mock test, strategies for giving feedback and activities to increase your student’s confidence.

Official preparation materials

Cambridge English and Cambridge University Press produce the only official preparation materials for Cambridge English Qualifications. There are resources for teachers to use in the classroom, and others for students to practise at home

Discover our range of official preparation materials

Cambridge English teaching qualifications

We provide industry-leading qualifications that prove what teachers of English can do. These qualifications are mapped to the Cambridge English Teaching Framework, and support teachers every step of the way by helping them build the skills and confidence they need to teach English effectively.

Learn more about teaching qualifications