B1 Preliminary for Schools qualifications show that learners have mastered the basics of English and have practical language skills for everyday use.
The exams test all four English language skills – reading, writing, listening and speaking.
This exam is the logical step in a student’s language learning journey between A2 Key for Schools and B2 First for Schools.
CEFR level: B1 what's this?
Scale score: 140–159 what's this?
Test format: digital or paper-based
No. of papers: 4
Exam length: about 2 hours 20 minutes
B1 Preliminary for Schools qualifications show that learners have mastered the basics of English and have practical language skills for everyday use.
The exams test all four English language skills – reading, writing, listening and speaking.
This exam is the logical step in a student’s language learning journey between A2 Key for Schools and B2 First for Schools.
CEFR level: B1 what's this?
Scale score: 140–159 what's this?
Test format: digital or paper-based
No. of papers: 4
Exam length: about 2 hours 20 minutes