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About
B1 Preliminary for Schools
Information for candidates
The Information for Candidates booklet is packed with study tips, exam advice and frequently asked questions. A great way to help your learners feel fully prepared for their exam.
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B1 Preliminary for Schools, formerly known as Cambridge English: Preliminary for Schools (PET for Schools), is one of our Cambridge English Qualifications. It is the English language exam that shows that students have mastered the basics.
A B1 Preliminary for Schools qualification shows that a student has mastered the basics of English and now has practical language skills for everyday use.
This exam is the logical step in a student’s language learning journey between A2 Key for Schools and B2 First for Schools.
B1 Preliminary for Schools is targeted at the same CEFR level as B1 Preliminary but with content aimed at school-age learners rather than adults.
Exam Format
B1 Preliminary for Schools is made up of four components developed to test students’ English skills. Click to find sample papers.
Component 1: Reading
45 MINUTES
Candidates are expected to show they can read and understand the main points from signs, newspapers and magazines.
Component 2: Writing
45 MINUTES
Candidates are expected to show they can use vocabulary and structure correctly.
Component 3: Listening
ABOUT 30 MINUTES
Candidates are expected to show they are able to follow and understand a range of spoken materials including announcements and discussions about everyday life.
Component 4: Speaking
10–12 MINUTES per pair of candidates; 15–17 MINUTES per group of three
Candidates are expected to show how good their spoken English is as they take part in conversation by asking / answering questions and talking, for example, about their likes and dislikes. The Speaking test will be face to face with one or two other candidates and two examiners. One of the examiners talks to you and the other examiner listens. This makes your test more realistic and more reliable. Examiners may use their mobile phones for entering marks using an app.