For younger children
培幼 Early Years
Cambridge YLE, KET and PET
Starters, Movers, Flyers
Cambridge English exams for young learners (Starters, Movers, Flyers), then KET and PET. Mostly one-to-one, and we can register your child for the exam.
- Starters, Movers, Flyers
- Then KET and PET
- Mostly one-to-one
- We can register your child
The three young learner exams
Each level includes everything below it. This describes what the level expects, not a syllabus we promise to finish by a date.
- Pre A1 Starters
The first exam. The level expects present simple and continuous, can for ability, have got, basic prepositions and pronouns.
- A1 Movers
Adds past simple, verb plus infinitive, verb plus -ing, must, comparatives and superlatives, and relative clauses.
- A2 Flyers
Adds past continuous, present perfect, be going to, will, might, could, should, tag questions and conditionals. Children write an original story of at least 20 words from three pictures, and ask the examiner questions in the Speaking test.
How results are reported
- No pass or fail
Every child receives a Cambridge certificate.
- Shields, not a score
Listening, Reading and Writing, and Speaking are reported separately, so you see exactly where your child is strong.
- Four or five shields
In a skill, this is Cambridge's own signal that the child is ready for the next level.
After Flyers: the KET to PET route
A diagnostic sets the starting point. A strong foundation means a faster pace, and every phase ends with a mock-exam checkpoint.
1 · Diagnostic and bridge
A KET-format diagnostic, everyday A2 vocabulary, a grammar bridge on tenses and comparatives, and KET task types such as notices, signs and messages.
2 · KET skill-building
All seven Reading and Writing part types, strategy training for the five Listening part types, and Speaking photo talk and partner tasks.
3 · KET exam readiness
Timed mock exams on all three papers, error review, a mock interview with two teachers, and a parent briefing on registration and exam day.
4 · PET foundation bridge
Grammar step-up (perfect tenses, conditionals, passive), longer texts at a faster pace, and writing emails and short stories of about 100 words.
5 · PET exam readiness
Timed mock exams on all four papers, Speaking collaborative tasks and discussion, and a final past-paper revision cycle.
KET and PET at a glance
- KET (A2 Key)
CEFR A2. Three papers: Reading and Writing, Listening, Speaking.
- PET (B1 Preliminary)
CEFR B1. Four papers: Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking.
- After PET
B2 First is the next Cambridge milestone, or your child can consolidate at B1.
Common questions
Is there an official age for each exam?
No. Cambridge publishes no official age range and no minimum age.
Paper or computer?
Both are available. The Speaking test is always face to face with a trained examiner.
Does the exam fee come with the class?
No. The entry fee is separate and set by Cambridge. We can register your child, and we confirm dates and details with you first.
Cambridge YLE
Starters, Movers, FlyersCambridge English tests for young learners: Pre A1 Starters, A1 Movers and A2 Flyers.
- How it works
- Each test has Listening, Reading and Writing, and Speaking papers. Each paper is scored in shields, and every child receives a certificate.
- Who it suits
- Children ready for a friendly first English exam.
- How we help
- Mostly one-to-one lessons, and we can register your child for the exam.
KET and PET
A2 Key and B1 PreliminaryThe next steps after Flyers. KET is now called A2 Key, and PET is now called B1 Preliminary.
- How it works
- The new names include the CEFR level, A2 and B1. The content and levels are unchanged.
- Who it suits
- Children who have finished Flyers and want to keep going.
- How we help
- Preparation classes, and we can register your child for the exam.
How we help you get started
Early Years begins with a simple conversation.
Tell us about your child
Share your child's age and what you would like to work on.
Choose where to begin
An optional diagnostic for Phonics or Math Olympiad shows the starting point.
Learn step by step
Stages with built-in reviews keep progress clear.
Stay informed
You receive one written progress report each month.