Cambridge ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) examinations are known worldwide and are recognised by universities, employers and national education authorities in many countries as evidence that the holder meets their required standards in English.

Every year more than 2 million people take these examinations in order to improve their employment prospects, to seek further education, to prepare themselves for travel or living abroad, or because they want an internationally recognised certificate.

They can be taken by anyone whose first language is not English.

Assessment of the Cambridge examinations is linked to the international six-level scale established by the Council of Europe:

The British Council and the Examining Boards take all reasonable steps to provide continuity of service. We feel sure you will understand, however, that we cannot be held responsible for any interruptions caused by circumstances beyond our control.

If examinations or their results are disrupted, cancelled or delayed, every effort will be made to resume normal service as soon as possible. The British Council's liability will be limited to the refund of the registration fee or re-testing at a later date.