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Find the right English starting level.

Your entry assessment has two stages. Complete Reading and Writing online, then book a Speaking and Listening session with one of our tutors—online or in person.

Katy Kouasseu, English and IELTS tutor
Assessed by real tutorsYour final entry level is confirmed after all four language skills have been reviewed.

Two-stage assessment

Complete all four language skills.

The online score is preliminary. It is not your final course level until a tutor has reviewed your writing and completed the oral session.

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Reading

Answer short questions that assess meaning, vocabulary and written accuracy.

Online · Automatically scored

2

Writing

Complete two practical writing tasks for a tutor to review.

Online · Tutor reviewed

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Speaking & Listening

Book a short oral assessment with a tutor, delivered online or in person.

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Stage 1 of 2

Reading and Writing test

Allow approximately 35–45 minutes. Complete the test independently without translation software, AI tools or help from another person.

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Part A: Reading

Choose the best answer for each question.

1. The notice says: “The library closes at 6pm today. Books can be returned through the outside box after closing.” What can visitors do after 6pm?

2. Marta missed the bus, so she arrived late for work. Why was Marta late?

3. Choose the correct sentence.

4. “Although the course was challenging, Amina completed every assignment.” What does this tell us?

5. Choose the best word: “Please let me know _____ you are available for an interview on Tuesday.”

6. “The new timetable is provisional and may change.” What does provisional mean?

7. Choose the most appropriate formal sentence.

8. “Remote learning offers flexibility; nevertheless, students must organise their time carefully.” Which idea is being contrasted?

Part B: Writing
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