Cambridge Exam Preparation Courses

October 2023 - May 2024

The English Language Center offers test prep courses for the Preliminary (B1), First (B2) and Advanced (C1) exams. If your child is 11+ years old and has an intermediate level of English in listening, speaking, reading and writing, our team of qualified teachers can prepare them for these exams to earn an internationally recognized certificate from Cambridge university which can help facilitate university entrance.

Please, see below the detailed information related to the different exams.

Course Levels

Preliminary English Test (B1) for Schools

Preliminary English Test B1 for Schools is an intermediate level examination open to students ages 11 and older. It indicates that you have practical skills for everyday communication in English. It also shows that you can read simple textbooks and articles in English, write letters and emails on familiar subjects. For many students it is the logical first step towards other Cambridge examinations such as FCE. See course overview here.

First for Schools (B2)

B2 is an upper-intermediate level examination open to students ages 13 to 18. It is recognized by universities and employers throughout the world. You can communicate effectively in most social and travel situations. You can use a wide range of grammatical structures. Your range of vocabulary is sufficient to express yourself clearly. See course overview here.

Advanced (C1)

C1 is an advanced level examination. It recognises the ability to communicate with confidence in English in most everyday situations, including work and academic contexts. Students who pass the CAE can communicate fluently in social, travel and work situations. They have good operational command of English using an extensive range of vocabulary and complex grammatical structures effectively. See course overview here.

These classes teach and practise the skills needed to do well in all parts of the exam:

Speaking and Listening
Reading and Writing Skills
Grammar and Vocabulary
Extensive exam practice and tips

Course Structure

Course Length

October 2023 – May 2024
25 sessions on Saturdays from 10am – 2pm (100 hours)
57 sessions on Monday/Wed. from 6:00-7:30pm (85.5 hours)

Class Size

Maximum 12

Student Support and Success

Personalised study plan and regular tutorials
Weekly assigned homework for extra practice
Cambridge coursebook
Regular progress tests and practice exams
Additional support if needed

Cambridge Exam Prep Courses

Cambridge Exam Preparation courses will enable you to make progress in your general English ability while developing skills and techniques for exam success. All students start and finish the courses at the same time as well as take the test on the same day. Because of this, our students have a high level of motivation and focus and work together as a team. To help achieve this, we organize special mock test prep sessions in January, March and May to prepare our students for the actual Cambridge exams.

Why do a Cambridge Exam Preparation Course?

Get an internationally recognised certificate from Cambridge university which can help facilitate university entrance.
Very experienced Cambridge teachers and qualified examiners – all of our teachers have completed the Cambridge Teacher Certification Program.
ELC is an approved Exams Catalunya Preparation Centre for the Cambridge English Exams.

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