Pre A1 Starters
Recommended age 6–8
The first step for children who have just started learning English. Learners who know the alphabet and basic vocabulary can take on the test with confidence.
Exam fee
68,000원
The fee is subject to the operator's notice when the exam date and venue are confirmed.
Exam format
Paper · Digital
Speaking is a one-to-one, face-to-face interview with an examiner regardless of format.
Test format
Test format by section
- Listening
- Paper: about 20 minutes, 4 parts and 20 questions. Digital: maximum 40 minutes, 5 tasks and 20 questions.
- Reading & Writing
- Paper: about 20 minutes, 5 parts and 25 questions. Digital: maximum 25 minutes, 5 tasks and 25 questions.
- Speaking
- Paper and Digital: 3–5 minutes, 4 parts or tasks, one-to-one and face-to-face with an examiner.
Preparation
How to prepare
Recommended official course books include Kid's Box, Power Up, Fun for Starters (4th Edition), Storyfun and Fun Skills. Build vocabulary with the official wordlist.
Next steps
Next steps
Group enquiry
Pre A1 Starters group testing
We arrange the schedule and operation of group testing for academies and schools.
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Pre A1 Starters resources
Sample tests, wordlists, handbooks, and parent guides.
Go →Next step
A1 Movers
The step after Pre A1 Starters. The natural next step after Starters, understanding short everyday conversations and texts.
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