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Children can start practising their English with these fun learning activities, divided into three levels.


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Pre A1 Starters, formerly known as ÄÛÌìÌà English: Starters (YLE Starters), is one of our ÄÛÌìÌà English Qualifications. It is the start of a child’s language learning journey.

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Pre A1 Starters is the first of three ÄÛÌìÌà English Qualifications designed for young learners. These tests introduce children to everyday written and spoken English and are an excellent way for them to gain confidence and improve their English.

The tests are written around familiar topics and focus on the skills needed to communicate effectively in English through listening, speaking, reading and writing.

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Key facts

CEFR level: Pre-level A1 What's this?
Test format: Paper-based
No. of papers: 3
Test length: About 45 minutes



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  • There’s no pass or fail – every child gets a ÄÛÌìÌà English certificate which celebrates their achievements.
  • The test uses realistic everyday situations to bring learning to life.
  • The test covers all major varieties of English (e.g. British English, American English).
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We were so proud to receive the prestigious ÄÛÌìÌà English certificates.

Germaine Teh Jhee Wei
ÄÛÌìÌà English Qualifications Schools candidate, Thailand


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