English levels describe the different levels of proficiency in order to support language learning, language teaching and language assessment. The most common level descriptors are:
Classic levels: These divide language proficiency into three levels. Basic (Low), Intermediate (Medium) and Advanced (High).
CEFR levels: The Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR) divides language ability into six levels (A1, A2, B1, B2, C1 and C2) and gives an internationally-recognised description of each level.
Each CEFR level has a detailed description of what language learners can do, and there are guidelines of the total study hours required to complete each level.
Click on each English level for an overview of the “Can do” targets.
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You can order your English level of proficiency certificate after taking our free online English level test. The certificate gives a breakdown of your results and includes the CEFR descriptors for each English level.
Learn more about the study targets for English level A1 and try out some free English lessons.
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Learn more about the study targets for English level B1 and try out some free English lessons.
Learn more about the study targets for English level B2 and try out some free English lessons.
You can order your English level of proficiency certificate after taking our free online English level test. The certificate gives a breakdown of your results and includes the CEFR descriptors for each English level.
Learn more about the study targets for English level C1 and try out some free English lessons.
Learn more about the study targets for English level C2 and try out some free English lessons.
Our English level descriptors are adapted from the international CEFR framework. This is set out by the Council of Europe (2001) Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: learning, teaching, assessment.