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Young Learners (YLE)
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Starters, Movers and Flyers

These Cambridge tests follow the principle that children's learning is based on success and achievement. They were designed for specific age groups and are becoming more and more popular among pupils as their first target in English language education. We offer the Cambridge for young learners of English tests to motivate children in their further study of the language.

Young Learners English Tests (YLE)

YLE are Cambridge exams suitable for children aged 7–12 who are studying English as a foreign language at primary or language schools. YLE are available at 3 levels: Starters, Movers and Flyers.

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The Cambridge Young Learners Tests focus on the Common European Framework and ALTE.

ALTE Level CEF Level Guided learning hours
Young Learners Starters 7 years old - - 100
Movers 8 - 11 years old Breakthrough A1 175
Flyers 9 - 12 years old 1 Elementary Level A2 250
General English KET 1 Elementary Level A2 180 - 200
PET 2 Lower Intermediate Level B1 350 - 400
FCE 3 Upper Intermediate Level B2 500 - 600
CAE 4 Lower Advanced Level C1 700 - 800
CPE 5 Upper Advanced Level C2 1.000 - 1.200
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