B1 · PET
B1 Preliminary for Schools
what learners can do, what is tested, what comes next
Can understand main points in everyday and study material, express ideas in connected writing and sustain interaction on familiar topics.
Start from the learner's current position
Where is your child now?
Original trackA2 Key → B1 Preliminary
School bridgeSchool ability · stage tasks · future options
This creates a content browsing path only. Age and a self-selected goal are not scores or placement decisions.
01 · Level ability profile
Move toward independent English use through longer texts, sustained listening, complete writing and interactive speaking.
02 · Matching official exam format
ComponentDurationStructureFocus
Reading45 min6 parts · 32 questionsPractical texts, longer reading, cohesion and contextual vocabulary
Writing45 min2 parts · 2 questionsEmail plus article or story
Listening30 min4 parts · 25 questionsAnnouncements, interviews and everyday discussions
Speaking10–12 min per pair4 partsPersonal questions, picture description and collaborative discussion
Exam format follows the official Cambridge English guideView official page
Chosen a target level? Review its assessment
Choose a fixed level from learning history, recent work and teacher judgement, then review current options and use the report to plan the next step.