Pre A1 Starters 

Pre A1 Starters assesses pre-elementary English language capabilities for young learners, providing a solid foundation for future language development.

Time: Approximately 4-5 minutes

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Pre A1 Starters

The Speaking test is a foundational component of the Pre A1 Starters exam, which assesses the English language proficiency of young learners at a very beginner level. The Pre A1 Starters Speaking test evaluates a candidate's ability to communicate in simple and familiar situations using basic English vocabulary and structures. It is conducted face-to-face with an examiner and aims to demonstrate the candidate's ability to respond to basic prompts and engage in short conversations. Let's explore each part of the Pre A1 Starters Speaking test:

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Part 1

In Part 1 of the Pre A1 Starters Speaking test, the examiner initiates a conversation with the candidate. The discussion begins with friendly questions about the candidate's name, age, and simple preferences, such as favourite colours or toys. This section serves as an icebreaker and aims to put the young learner at ease, allowing them to demonstrate their ability to respond to very basic questions.

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Part 2

Part 2 of the Pre A1 Starters Speaking test involves a picture description task. Candidates are presented with a simple picture, often featuring familiar objects or people. The examiner asks the candidate to point to or name specific items in the picture. The candidate is encouraged to use basic vocabulary and short phrases to respond. This task assesses the candidate's ability to identify and describe familiar objects and people.

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Part 3

Part 3 involves a collaborative task between the candidate and the examiner. The examiner provides a set of prompts related to a specific theme or situation, and the candidate and the examiner engage in a short conversation based on the given information. This task evaluates the candidate's ability to respond to very basic questions, provide short answers, and interact in a simple and communicative way.







What are the examiners listening for?

Practise your speaking skills with a native speaker before the test


1. Comprehension:
Candidates are assessed on their ability to understand and respond to very basic questions and prompts provided by the examiner.

2. Vocabulary and Basic Phrases:
Candidates are expected to use basic vocabulary and short phrases accurately. The focus is on simple language use and understanding familiar words.

3. Pronunciation and Intonation:
Candidates' pronunciation and intonation are assessed at a very beginner level. Clear pronunciation and simple intonation contribute to effective communication at this stage.




An example of the speaking test..

Take a look at the video on the right to see what the Pre A1 Starters speaking test looks like. If you have any problems, or questions about the Pre A1 Starters speaking test, just send me an email. 

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