There are three young learner exams (YLE) for children aged 7-12. They are divided into three levels:

   •     Starters

   •     Movers

   •     Flyers

Each exam has three parts:

   •     Reading and Writing;

   •     Listening;

   •     Speaking.

Why should my child take Cambridge exams?

Clear progress

Even the most basic certificate for primary school children is a start on the pathway to qualifications that are useful for work and study.

Recognition

Your child will work towards certificates that are recognized by thousands of educational organizations, employers, government agencies and immigration bodies throughout the world [link to organizations which recognize Cambridge exams].

Encouragement

YLE Exams are an excellent and fun way to motivate your child to learn English. They also help you monitor your child’s progress and encourage them take more advanced tests in the future.

Ages and levels

Starters

   •     First level of the Young Learners English Tests from Cambridge.

   •     Children aged 7 to 9.

   •     Children who have had some English lessons at kindergarten, school or IH Sevastopol.

   •     Below level A1 (beginner) of the Common European Framework.

Children will be tested on language like animals, clothes, family and food. You can find out more on the Cambridge website (in English).

Movers

   •     Second level of the Young Learners English Tests from Cambridge.

   •     Children aged 9 to 10.

   •     Children who have had some English lessons at primary school or IH Sevastopol.

   •     At level A1 (low elementary) of the Common European Framework.

Children will be tested on language like places, adjectives and daily activities. You can find out more on the Cambridge website (in English).

Flyers

   •     Third level of the Young Learners English Tests from Cambridge.

   •     Children aged 10 to 12.

   •     Children who have had some English lessons at school or IH Sevastopol.

   •     At level A2 (high elementary) of the Common European Framework.

Children will be tested on language like jobs, time and adverbs. You can find out more on the Cambridge website (in English).

Marking

There is no pass or fail.

Every child who attempts all three components (Reading and Writing, Listening, Speaking) will receive an Award (certificate) showing a number of shields (Cambridge crests), with up to five for each component.

For example, a child may obtain three shields for Reading and Writing, four shields for Listening and five shields for Speaking. The minimum award for children who have attempted all three components is an Award with one shield for each component.

Results

Marking is completed at Cambridge ESOL within two weeks of receiving the children’s completed answer booklets. Children should receive their Awards within one month of taking their test, allowing for dispatch time.

Once awarded, YLE certificates are valid for life.

Exam dates and prices

There are no fixed dates for YLE exams. You can apply for YLE dates suitable for you. Please make sure that your application is made at least 7 weeks before the date you are interested in. You will be informed if we can meet your request.