Welcome to the Parents presentation

ages 6-12 version

We have produced this comprehensive pack to support you to communicating with parents about:
• why learning English is important in fulfilling their child’s potential
• who Cambridge English are and our goals
• how our qualifications can help preparing their children for future success
• our exams for ages 6 to 12
• inspiration and support for parents and their child.

Please tailor your slides according to your needs, selecting what's relevant from this deck and removing the rest.

• In the sections about our exams, you can find Speaking test videos and candidates' scores with links to
examiner commentaries in the notes. This will help parents understand the level of English candidates speak at each level.

• From slides 42 to 54, we have provided a range of video and written testimonials from a diverse background of learners and
teachers to support your presentation to parents.

Our Cambridge English Qualifications for young learners may also be the right choice for your school. Please refer
to the other presentation within the same ZIP file.
Parents presentation:
Cambridge English
Qualifications for ages 6 - 12
Agenda

1. Why learning English is important

– How learning English helps to fulfil your child’s potential

2. Who Cambridge English are and their goal

3. How Cambridge English Qualifications help your child

- Set your child up for future success

4. Cambridge English exams for ages 6 to 12

5. Inspiration and support for you and your child

Why learning
English is important
 “In today’s world, it is important to be able to
communicate in more than one language.
Learning other languages is a powerful tool to
facilitate global co-operation and intercultural
understanding and to discover new and innovative
ways of thinking and working.”

Andreas Schleicher
Director for Education and Skills,
Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)
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How learning English helps to fulfil your child’s potential

Unlock opportunities for Access the world’s Speak to the world and Discover different
work and study knowledge and media meet new people cultures and enjoy travel

To have a fuller experience of the world and make more connections

Who is
Cambridge
English
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Enriching lives in
the global school
community
through
the joy and power
of English
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with a global reputation for excellence,
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skills to the
combining world. technology with
educational
language insights.
We do this by creating learning
and assessment
Together experiences
they help that
learners,
could only come from Cambridge.
teachers and school leaders
achieve their ambitions.
How Cambridge
English
Qualifications
help your child
Set your child up for
future success

Used by over 50,000

schools in more than 100 countries

Accepted by over 17,000

universities, employers and governments worldwide
 Designed to have a positive impact on
teaching and learning

95% 9o% 88%

agree that preparing for agree that agree that

Cambridge English Qualifications Cambridge English Qualifications Cambridge English Qualifications
improve students’ English. have a positive effect on help to build students’ confidence.
students’ motivation.

The Schools Survey asked teachers and school leaders their views about the impact Cambridge English Qualifications have on learning and teaching.
It received a total of 5,789 responses from 109 countries.
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How do Cambridge English Qualifications help

your child achieve their goals?

Better progression Develop real-life Positive impact Fair, accurate and Accepted and
communication on learning reliable valued worldwide
skills assessment
The globally accepted path to improving English

• Wide range of support and preparation materials for learners and teachers
• Choice of taking exams on computer or paper
• On demand/choice of dates
 “Preparing pupils for Cambridge exams at an early age,
with step-by-step progress and in a safe classroom
environment, will empower them to succeed in all levels
in the future. They soon realise they are able to do it and
look forward to preparing for the next exam.”

Luciana Calcara
English Teacher, Brazil
Aligned to the international standard, the CEFR

C2 Proficiency

C1 Advanced

B2 First for
Schools
B1 Preliminary
for Schools
A2 Key for
A2 Flyers
Schools

A1 Movers

Pre A1 Starters

PRIMARY LOWER SECONDARY UPPER SECONDARY

“While preparing for the exams, students can
enhance their real-life communication skills.
I think that’s what makes Cambridge English
Qualifications outstanding.”

Ji Young Kim
English Teacher, South Korea
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Cambridge English
exams for ages 6 to 12
 Cambridge English Qualifications for young learners
Pre A1 Starters, A1 Movers, A2 Flyers

Why take a Cambridge English exam for young learners?

• Designed for ages 6 to 12
• Build young learners’ confidence step-by-step
• Motivate learners with fun and authentic exam materials
• Develop all four skills – speaking, listening, reading and writing
• Develop real-life communication skills with
a face-to-face speaking test
• Give a sense of achievement – everyone gets a certificate
• Personalised feedback to help further learning
• Available on demand with a wide range of support materials
 Build young learners’ confidence step by step
What do parents think about Cambridge English exams for young
learners?
“The results are motivating
for him. He was amazed
“My child was free to talk about how well he did it, “It was a really great
with the examiner and did he's looking forward to do it opportunity for my daughter
not feel any stress.” again!” to test her knowledge
in English. She was very
Parent, Saudi Arabia Parent, Spain excited in the speaking part.”

Parent, Greece

“He appreciated the recognition of

his knowledge. He had a high motivation
to gain all shields.
After he succeeded, he decided to start
preparation for the next level.”

Parent, Czech Republic

 Support step-by-step progression in all four skills
Pre A1 Starters, A1 Movers, A2 Flyers

Pre A1 Starters A1 Movers A2 Flyers

Reading Understand simple sentences and Understand simple texts and Understand short texts, even if some
and Writing write simple words write simple sentences words are unknown, and write short,
simple stories and descriptions
Listening Understand and respond to Ask and respond to simple questions Understand simple conversations
Speaking very simple questions about self and tell short, simple stories

Complete sentences, answer

Writing Picture story Write a story,
questions and write sentences
– write one-word answers based on pictures
about a picture
 Develop real-life communication skills
Pre A1 Starters, A1 Movers, A2 Flyers
Sample story-telling task in
A2 Flyers Speaking test

Watch A2 Flyers Speaking test video

• Trained examiners ensure a fair assessment.

• Examiners have a welcoming approach and can provide reassurance.
• The focus is on supporting the child to show what they can say in English.
 Motivate learners with fun and authentic exam materials
Pre A1 Starters, A1 Movers, A2 Flyers

“It looks so fun, it

makes you want to
take the test.”
A young learner
exam candidate
“Students are usually highly motivated
to do the tests, and this has a good
effect on their attitude and behaviour.

Any apprehension the teachers might

have felt when starting out was
usually dispelled once they had
discovered the wealth of material
available and experienced the positive
effects on student motivation.”

Researchers, Spain
 Certificates give a sense of achievement
Pre A1 Starters, A1 Movers, A2 Flyers

“The exams for young

learners are very well
designed – they are a perfect
and very gentle introduction
to the Cambridge ladder of
English language learning.”
• Gentle introduction to English language exams with no pass or fail.
• Every student gets a certificate that celebrates their achievements. Teacher, Spain
Personalised feedback to support further learning
Pre A1 Starters, A1 Movers, A2 Flyers

Learners receive personalised

feedback in their Statement of Results,
including:
• information on their strengths
• areas for improvement
• ideas on how to improve.
 What can learners do after achieving
Pre A1 Starters?
Listening and Speaking Reading and Writing

• can understand letters of the English alphabet when heard • can read and understand some simple sentences, including
• can understand some simple spoken instructions given in short, questions
simple phrases • can follow some very short stories written in very simple
• can understand some simple spoken questions about self – such language
as name, age, favourite things or daily routine • can write the letters of the English alphabet
• can understand some very simple spoken descriptions of people • can write name using the English alphabet
– such as name, gender, age, mood, appearance or what they • can copy words, phrases and short sentences
are doing • can spell some very simple words correctly
• can understand some very simple spoken descriptions of
everyday objects – such as how many, colour, size or location
• can understand some very short conversations that use familiar
questions and answers
• can name some familiar people or things – such as family,
animals, and school or household objects
• can give very basic descriptions of some objects and animals –
such as how many, colour, size or location
• can respond to very simple questions with single words or a
‘yes/no’ response
 About the Pre A1 Starters exam

Pre A1 Starters Exam format

Listening About 20 mins

Reading and Writing 20 mins

Speaking 3-5 mins

CEFR level Pre A1

Test format Paper

Number of papers 3

Total exam length About 45 mins

Find learner resources on the Cambridge

English website:
Pre A1 Starters

Official exam preparation materials

Pre A1 Starters Speaking test
Tommaso

Vocabulary Pronunciation Interaction Total

5/5 5/5 5/5 15

 What can learners do after achieving
A1 Movers?
Listening and Speaking
• can understand very simple spoken dialogues about familiar
topics with the help of pictures
• can understand very simple spoken descriptions about people
and objects
• can express agreement or disagreement with someone using
short, simple phrases
• can respond to questions on familiar topics with simple phrases
and sentences
• can give simple descriptions of objects, pictures and actions
• can tell a very simple story with the help of pictures
• can ask someone how they are and ask simple questions about
habits and preferences
Reading and Writing
• can understand some simple signs and notices
• can read and understand some short factual texts with the help
of pictures
• can read and understand some short, simple stories about
familiar topics with the help of pictures
• can write short, simple phrases and sentences about pictures
and familiar topics
• can write simple sentences giving personal details
• can write short, simple sentences about likes and dislikes
 About the A1 Movers exam

A1 Movers Exam format

Listening About 25 mins

Reading and 30 mins

Writing
Speaking 5-7 mins

CEFR level A1

Test format Paper

Number of papers 3

Total exam length About 1 hour

Find learner resources on the

Cambridge English website:
A1 Movers

Official exam preparation materials

A1 Movers Speaking test
Giorgia

Vocabulary Pronunciation Interaction Total

5/5 5/5 5/5 15

 What can learners do after achieving
A2 Flyers?
Listening and Speaking
• can understand instructions given in more than one sentence
• can understand simple spoken descriptions of objects, people
and events
• can understand simple conversations on everyday topics
• can ask basic questions about everyday topics
• can tell short, simple stories using pictures or own ideas
• can give simple descriptions of objects, pictures and actions
• can talk briefly about activities done in the past
Reading and Writing
• can understand simple written descriptions of objects, people
and events
• can understand simple, short stories containing narrative
tenses
• can read and understand short texts, even if some words are
unknown
• can link phrases or sentences with connectors like ‘and’,
‘because’ and ‘then’
• can write simple descriptions of objects, pictures and actions
• can write a short, simple story using pictures or own ideas
 About the A2 Flyers exam

A2 Flyers Exam format

Listening About 25 mins

Reading and 40 mins

Writing
Speaking 7-9 mins

CEFR level A2

Test format Paper

Number of papers 3

Total exam length About 1 hour 15 mins

Find learner resources on the

Cambridge English website:
A2 Flyers

Official exam preparation materials

A2 Flyers Speaking test
Jacopo

Vocabulary Pronunciation Interaction Total

5/5 5/5 5/5 15

A2 Key
A2 Flyers vs A2 Key for Schools
A2 Flyers A2 Key for Schools
 What can learners do after achieving
A2 Key for Schools?
Typical abilities Reading and Writing
Overall general abilities • can understand straightforward information within a
known area
• can complete forms and write short, simple letters or
postcards related to personal information
Study • can understand the general meaning of a simplified
textbook or article, reading very slowly
• can write a very short, simple narrative or description
Social & tourist • can understand straightforward information on food,
standard menus, road signs and messages on
automatic cash machines
• can complete most forms related to personal
information
Listening and Speaking
• can understand simple questions and instructions
• can express simple opinions or requirements in a
familiar context
• can understand basic instructions on class time,
dates and room numbers
• can express simple opinions using expressions
such as ‘I don’t agree’
• can understand straightforward directions, provided
that these are not lengthy or complex
• can express likes and dislikes in familiar contexts
using simple language
 About the A2 Key for Schools exam
Find learner resources on the Cambridge English
A2 Key Exam format website:
for Schools
A2 Key for Schools
Reading and 60 mins
Writing

Listening About 30 mins

Speaking 8–10 mins (per pair of candidates)

A face-to-face test taken with one or two

other candidates and two examiners.

Learners have to show how well they can

produce spontaneous spoken language,
talking with either one of the examiners,
the other candidate, or by themselves.

CEFR level A2

Test format Computer or paper

Number of papers 3

Total exam length About 1 hour 40 mins

Official exam preparation materials
 A2 Key for Schools Speaking test

Luca & Federica

Score out of 5 Luca Federica
Grammar and 4 4
Vocabulary

Pronunciation 4.5 5

Interactive 5 5
Communication

Global 5 5
Achievement

8–10 minutes (per pair of candidates)

 Detailed results that support further learning

“Cambridge certificates
have become a great
incentive for our students to
learn English. They want to
do well in the examinations,
and they enjoy and are
indeed proud of,
the certification they
receive.”

School leader, Abu Dhabi

Statement of Results Certificate

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A range of video and written testimonials from
teachers and learners from diverse backgrounds
for you to use
 Teacher experience – Cátia

Cátia, a teacher in Portugal, talks about how

Cambridge English Qualifications have helped her students.
 Learner story – Monica

Monica has taken A2 Flyers, A2 Key, B1 Preliminary, B2 First,

C1 Advanced and C2 Proficiency, to improve her English step-by-step.
Monica is currently studying medicine in her native Japan, but her English
language journey started at a very young age.
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“I realised that English is a

requirement for success in
business, not just competitive
advantage, but a limitation if you
don’t have it.”

Carlos Festas Henriques is from Portugal. He is

working in Finance in the US, focusing on
social and sustainable projects.

Carols has achieved B2 First and C1 Advanced.

 “I also took C1 Advanced as I
always wanted to have a certificate.
I already knew I had an
intermediate level, but I wanted to
have a document to prove these
skills, and I took the Cambridge
English exam because it is a
lifelong document.”

Luana Marinho is from Brazil. She has worked in

communication and customer services roles in the UK.

Luana has achieved C1 Advanced.

 “When you’re living abroad you do
miss your family but every single
day you learn something new about
that culture, which brightens my
day.”

Elisabet Munto is from Spain. She worked for the

National Health Service in the UK for many years and
is now back in Spain, working for two UK-based
companies as a psychotherapist.

Elisabet has achieved C2 Proficiency.

 “Being a Spanish translator is an exciting
challenge. I really like what I do because
every day I learn something new.

I feel like my greatest achievement is my

current job – not only the position, but
also the fact that I have the opportunity to
help people communicate better. That’s a
passion that drives me to go on learning.”

Óscar Curros is from Spain. He changed his career from

a journalist to become a Spanish translator. He is
working remotely in Spain for an American company.

Óscar has achieved B2 First, C1 Advanced and C2 Proficiency.

 “Medicine is a field that evolves so
fast and English is essential for
success. All of the latest medical
research is in English and I realised
that if you want to learn new
techniques you sometimes have to
go and study in other countries.”

Monica Iwasaki is from Japan. She studied in India and

the US and is currently studying medicine in Japan.

Monica has achieved A2 Flyers, A2 Key, B1 Preliminary,

B2 First, C1 Advanced and C2 Proficiency.
 “English has 100% been the key to
getting me where I am today. The
multinational organisation I
initiated and co-founded is
operating on four continents and
without my English skills that
would never have been possible.”

Khalil Radi was born and raised in Switzerland. He is an

ocean lover and the founder of Buy Food with Plastic.

Khalil has achieved C1 Advanced.

 “I feel like a lot of young people are just
told you need English to get a job. I tell
them it’s not just about this – but learning
English can give you so many other
opportunities, and I tell them if you can
speak English, you can travel and learn
about cultures and have the kind of
experiences I’ve had, which help you grow
and mature in a way nothing else can.”

Luana Zanek is from Argentina. She is the founder of

Inglés Como Nativo (English Like a Native), where she
hosts live webinars for students of all ages. She is also
an influencer on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube.

Luana has achieved C1 Advanced.

 “It wasn’t an easy decision to make, but I
wanted to follow my passion and become
an English teacher full time.

I thought I’d try teaching for six months

and maybe try to be a lawyer again, but I
got really involved with the teaching
profession and have never looked back.”

César Silva is from Brazil. He works as an English

teacher and Pedagogical Co-ordinator at an English
school in São Paulo.

César has achieved B2 First, C1 Advanced and teaching

qualification CELTA.
 “I’m currently doing my bachelor’s degree
in Business Administration. I also have a
part-time work placement in an
accounting role for a global company that
produces medical and industrial
electronics. In this role, I need to use
English every day when I’m talking to
clients. It makes me realise just how
important English is to communicate with
people from all around the world.”

Vanessa Petrovic is from Switzerland. She is looking

forward to her sixth semester at university and thinks
she is going to choose entrepreneurism.

Vanessa has achieved B1 Business Preliminary, B2 First

and C1 Advanced. She is now studying to take C2 Proficiency.
 “Having a deeper understanding of
a language is paramount to a
successful career, especially for law
where the answer often lies in the
subtlety of the words used to
convince.”

Valentin Van de Walle is from France. He studied

law at Cornell Law School in the USA.

Valentin has achieved C1 Advanced.