A2 | Welcome to the Start of Your English Journey!
A2 | Welcome to the Start of Your English Journey!
Discover your English level, prepare with tailored resources, and achieve success with Cambridge English qualifications. Here’s a guide to help you understand what your level means and what you can do to improve.
What You'll Find Here:
What Your Level Means: Understand your current abilities in listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
Preparation Guidance: Get recommendations tailored to your score—whether you prefer self-study, coaching, or a course.
Exam Options: Discover the Cambridge English exams that match your skills and learn how they can boost your future success.
What Your A2 Level Means:
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Listening & Speaking You can engage in simple conversations about familiar topics, such as shopping or work, and understand simple spoken instructions.
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Reading You can understand short, straightforward texts like personal letters, basic advertisements, or informational brochures.
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Writing You can write brief, personal messages or fill out forms with more detailed information.
Taking the next step is simple: start preparing with tailored materials or coaching options and work towards your first Cambridge exam. Remember, each exam is a step closer to reaching your English goals!
Preparation Guidance
Based on your results, here are the Cambridge English exams best suited to show what you have learned and take the next step in your English journey. Explore different preparation resources and get recognized for your language skills to embark on new opportunities.
Cambridge | A2 Key (KET)
Demonstrate your basic English skills with this entry-level exam for adults.
Cambridge A2 Key is an entry level exam for adult candidates who aim to prove their basic English language skills to their current or future employer. Cambridge A2 Key is a good starting point for candidates who want to aim at the next level after successful completion. Cambridge qualifications and certificates hold a high currency in the Swiss Economy and contribute to the competitiveness of successful candidates.
Exam Information - Cambridge A2 Key (KET)
Preparation
Score 20 – 25 (Self-study or coaching)
Your skills are solid on this level, and you may want to consider self-studying for this exam as the likelihood of a successful passing grade is very high. You may want to consider working with the following preparation material or course options:
A2 Key Preparation Materials
A2 Key Exam Registration
Score 26 – 29
Your skills are already very high on this level. It is recommended that you attempt the next higher level (Cambridge B1 Preliminary) and prepare for the exam through a course. Alternatively, you may want to go safe and consider taking the Cambridge A2 Key, self-studying with the following preparation material or coaching options (material / Swiss Exams Tips workshop or private coaching).
Cambridge | A2 Key for Schools (KET S)
Perfect for teenagers proving their English skills during secondary school.
This exam is ideal for teenagers between the age of 12 and 16 who intend to develop and prove their English skills during their SEK1 and SEK2 education. The A2 Key for Schools exam is typically taken in the second or third year of secondary school and is an excellent preparation and qualification for students going into apprenticeships. Cambridge qualifications and certificates are highly valued in the Swiss Economy and contribute to the competitiveness of successful candidates.
Exam Information - Cambridge A2 Key for Schools
Preparation
Score 20 – 25
Your skills are solid on this level and you may want to consider self–studying for this exam as the likelihood of a successful passing grade is very high. You may want to consider working with the following preparation material or coaching options (material / Swiss Exams Tips workshop or private coaching)
Preparation Materials
Exam Registration
Score 26 – 30
Your skills are already very high on this level. It is recommended that you attempt the next higher level (Cambridge B1 Preliminary for Schools) and prepare for the exam through a course (Courses). Alternatively, you may want to go safe and consider taking the Cambridge A2 Key on which level you tested and self-study with the following preparation material or coaching options (material / Swiss Exams Tips workshop or private coaching)
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