KET for Schools is a certificate that shows a person can use everyday written and spoken English at a basic level.
There are two versions of KET available: KET and KET for Schools. Both of these exams have exactly the same format and the level of the question papers is identical.
The only difference is the content and treatment of topics in KET for Schools. The purpose is to particularly target the interests and experience of school pupils.
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As KET for Schools is specially tailored to suit the interests of students, it increases their motivation to learn English. |
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The students are familiar with topics and situations, so they have more confidence to use their English. |
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Passing KET for Schools inspires enthusiasm in students to move on to further qualifications. |
KET for Schools is at Level A2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) an internationally recognised framework.
At A2 level, typical users can:
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understand simple questions and instructions |
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express simple opinions or needs |
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complete forms and write short, simple letters or postcards related to personal information. |
KET for Schools has three papers:
Reading and Writing: 1 hr 10 min Listening: 30 min Speaking: 10 min
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