Cambridge English: Preliminary (PET) and Preliminary for Schools (PETfS)
Cambridge English: Preliminary is also known as the Preliminary English Test (PET). This exam shows that you can communicate in English in practical, everyday situations. It will give you a good foundation if you want to study for a professional English qualification.
Cambridge English: Preliminary for Schools (PETfS) is at the same level as Cambridge English: Preliminary (PET) and leads to exactly the same internationally accepted certificate. The only difference is that the exam content is targeted at the interests and experiences of schoolchildren.
Level of qualification: Intermediate = B1 on the Common European Framework.
Who should take this exam?
Studying for the PET exam will improve your English so that you can communicate when travelling or dealing with English speakers for work.
To take the exam you should be able to:
- express your likes and dislikes, and discuss them with others
- understand spoken and written announcements and instructions
- write a personal letter or take notes from a meeting or discussion.
How does the exam process work?
There are three parts to the exam. You do the Reading and Writing and the Listening papers on the same day. You may need to return to do the Speaking on a different day. You do the Speaking with two examiners and one other exam candidate.
| PET / PETfS | Reading and Writing | Listening | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Time allowed | 1 hr 30 mins | 30 mins | 10-12 mins per pair of candidates |
| Marks (% of total) | 50% | 25% | 25% |
More about Cambridge English: Preliminary.
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If you want to take Cambridge English: Preliminary or Preliminary for Schools, please contact us: exams@balticcouncil.org or mob + 371 26545640.
