Flexible English assessment for schools and organisations
Cambridge English Skills Test is an online, on-demand and modular English test designed to help schools, higher education institutions, language schools and employers assess English language ability quickly and reliably.
The test assesses Speaking, Writing, Reading and Listening from A1 to C1 on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), making it suitable for learners with different levels of English within the same group.
With adaptive testing, fast results and flexible test delivery, Cambridge English Skills Test gives organisations the information they need to make confident decisions about learners and their English language development.
Key facts
- CEFR level: A1 to C1 What's this?
- Test format: Online modular test
- Skills tested: Reading, Listening, Writing, Speaking
What can Cambridge English Skills Test be used for?
Cambridge English Skills Test is designed to support a wide range of internal assessment needs. Institutions can use the test to:
- Assess learners' current English level
- Place learners on the right language course or programme
- Measure progress at the end of a course or academic year
- Identify areas where learners need further development
- Check whether learners are ready to take a Cambridge English Qualification or another English test
- Identify employees' training needs and place them on appropriate courses
- Assess groups of learners with different levels of English
Who is Cambridge English Skills Test for?
Cambridge English Skills Test is designed for organisations that need a flexible and reliable way to assess English language ability. It can be used by:
- Schools assessing secondary school students
- Universities and higher education institutions assessing and placing students
- Language schools measuring learners' progress and placing them on appropriate courses
- Employers assessing employees' English and identifying training needs
Choose the test that fits your needs
Cambridge English Skills Test is available in three versions, designed for different groups of learners and assessment needs.
Cambridge English Skills Test Schools
Designed for secondary school learners, this test helps schools assess students' English level, monitor their progress and identify areas for improvement.
Cambridge English Skills Test General
Designed for adult learners aged 16 and over, this test assesses general English for use in education, language learning and everyday situations.
Cambridge English Skills Test Business
Designed for adult learners aged 16 and over, this test assesses the English skills needed in the workplace and can help organisations identify training needs.
Why choose Cambridge English Skills Test?
Online, on-demand and modular testing gives institutions control over when, where and which skills they assess.
The adaptive format assesses candidates from A1 to C1, allowing learners with different levels of English to take the same test.
Results are available within 48 hours, helping institutions make timely decisions about learners.
Cambridge English assessment expertise provides accurate results and clear reporting to support confident decision-making.
Simple test set-up and automated marking help save time and resources.
Use the same test for placement, progress assessment, end-of-course testing, identifying training needs and checking readiness for further English study.
Interested in Cambridge English Skills Test?
Would you like to use Cambridge English Skills Test at your institution or find out more about how it could meet your assessment needs?
Contact us and our team will be happy to provide more information and help you find the right testing solution for your organisation.
