Cambridge English: Young Learners (YLE) Tests
The Cambridge English: Young Learners Tests are specially designed to assess the English of primary learners between the ages of 7 and 12.
The tests are taken by over 310,000 children in over 55 countries every year and provide a gentle introduction to public exams. Research shows that children find the tests highly motivating. Each level of the test has three components – Reading/Writing, Listening and Speaking – and all candidates receive an award showing the level they have achieved in each component.
LEVELS
There are three levels:
Starters,
Movers,
Flyers.
STARTERS MOVERS FLYERS
For children from the age of seven, after about 100 hours of English language learning.
This test is below A1 Level of Common European Framework of languages.
A typical candidate is aged eight to eleven and has completed 175 hours of English language learning.
This test is at A1 Level of Common European Framework of languages.
A typical candidate is aged nine to twelve and has completed 250 hours of English language learning. Flyers is equivalent to the level of the Cambridge Key English Test (KET).
This test is at A2 Level of Common European Framework of languages.
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WHAT ARE THESE TESTS LIKE?
are designed to be interesting and enjoyable
focus on simple, relevant and meaningful language use
encourage effective teaching and learning
provide every student with a reward for his or her efforts as there are no fail grades
test all four language skills - listening, speaking, writing and reading
create a positive attitude to testing
represent a first step on the Cambridge ladder of achievement in English language learning
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WHICH TEST SHOULD MY CHILD TAKE?
If you are not sure which exam or level your child should take, our Examinations staff will advise you based on his/her previous English studies and understanding of past exam papers.
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WHEN CAN MY CHILD TAKE THE TEST?
EXAM DATES AND REGISTRATIONS
Location Exams Exam date Registration dates
Jaffna Starters
Movers
Flyers Sunday 19 May Closed
Batticaloa Starters
Movers
Flyers Friday 7 June Closed
Colombo
Kandy Starters
Movers
Flyers Sunday 16 June Closed
Colombo
Kandy Starters
Movers
Flyers Sunday 8 September 25 June to 23 July
Bandarawela Starters
Movers
Flyers Sunday 13 October 1 to 28 August
Negombo Starters
Movers
Flyers Sunday 20 October 6 August to 3 September
Matara Starters
Movers
Flyers Sunday 24 November 2 September to 3 October
Colombo
Kandy Starters
Movers
Flyers Sunday 1 December 11 September to 16 October
Maldives
Starters
Movers
Flyers 28 September 1 to 22 July
Please note: We may be able to offer additional sessions (subject to a minimum number of candidates registering). Please contact us for further information.
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THE FEE STRUCTURE
For exams held before August 2013:
Level Fees
(for exam sessions held in Sri Lanka) Fees
(for exam sessions held in Maldives)
Starters Rs. 4,700/- Rf 620
Movers Rs. 4,900/- Rf 670
Flyers Rs. 5,100/- Rf 720
For exams held from August 2013 to July 2014:
Level Fees
(for exam sessions held in Sri Lanka) Fees
(for exam sessions held in Maldives)
Starters Rs. 5,100/- Rf 680
Movers Rs. 5,300/- Rf 730
Flyers Rs. 5,600/- Rf 780
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HOW CAN I REGISTER?
collect an application form from the British Council, or download it from this website
read the following documents
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Information Sheet for Candidates
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Instructions for candidates
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Advice for parents
register by submitting the completed entry form in person or post. Submit the following with the entry form:
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2 recent passport-size photographs of your child
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2 self addressed envelopes
fees can be paid in cash, by cheque or bank draft (SL Rupees) drawn in favour of 'British Council'. You can also make a bank transfer to the following account (please bring or post the receipt with your application)
Bank name: HSBC
Account name: British Council Sri Lanka
Account number: 001-002377-002
Message: YLE- (your child's full name)
Credit cards are accepted (Visa/Master/Amex)
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WHEN CAN I GET THE RESULTS/CERTIFICATE?
The release of certificates takes approximately
six weeks after the test date. Candidates will be informed in writing for the collection of certificates.
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CANDIDATES WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
In co-operation with Cambridge ESOL, we provide a Special Arrangements Service for candidates with hearing, speech, visual and kinetic difficulties, as well as for candidates with learning difficulties such as dyslexia. We also make special arrangements for candidates who have sustained accident-related injuries, such as a broken arm, prior to the day of the exam. Download our
Information Sheet for Special Needs Candidates (PDF, 18 KB) for details of how to apply for Special Arrangements.
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CONTACT US
Colombo
British Council
49 Alfred House Gardens
Colombo 03
T (011) 4521521 or (011) 7521521
E info.lk@britishcouncil.org
Kandy
British Council
88/3 Kotugodella Veediya
Kandy
T (081) 2222410
E info.lk@britishcouncil.org
Official CESOL website
Exam preparation support
Transfers and Refunds
Summary regulations
instructions for candidates
advice for parents
British Council courses for children
LearnEnglish Kids
Help your child learn English. Find some suggestions for what you can do.
http://www.britishcouncil.org/learenglish/kids
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NOTICE - YLE CERTIFICATES
FEBRUARY 2013 - TRINCOMALEE EXAM SESSIONS
Certificates of the exams held on Wednesday 13 February 2013 in Trincomalee are now available for collection.
Parents, please collect your child's certificate from our Examinations Services counter.
If an institute would like to collect their students' certificates, the person who comes to collect the certificates must bear a letter from the institute stating that he/she has the authority to collect certificates on behalf of the institute. The letter should state the bearer's name, NIC Number, a list of the candidate/s names and their candidate numbers.
Opening hours:
Tuesday – Saturday
0900 - 1800
Last date for collection:
Tuesday 9 April 2013
Opening Hours
COLOMBO
Tuesday to Saturday
Payments - 0900 to 1730
Enquiries - 0900 to 1800
KANDY
Tuesday to Saturday
Payments - 0900 to 1600
Enquiries - 0900 to 1730
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