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The most realistic Cambridge English pre-test on the market.

A full simulation of the real Cambridge exam — same format, timing, and setup. Writing and Speaking marked by Cambridge English-certified examiners, the same ones who examine the real exams, following the official scoring criteria.

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Why it works

The closest thing to the real Cambridge exam

A pre-test isn't practice. It's a full evaluation that mirrors the real exam and tells you exactly where you stand.

Exam-identical setup

Same format, timing, question types and environment as the real Cambridge exam. No surprises on exam day.

Human-marked Writing

Your Writing is marked by Cambridge English-certified examiners using the official exam criteria.

Live Speaking with examiners

A real video-call Speaking session with a Cambridge-certified examiner — full exam format, nothing simulated.

Report with a focus plan

Cambridge Scale score per section, estimated grade, plus a clear summary of what to focus on before exam day.

Cambridge exams covered

A pre-test for every Cambridge English qualification

From KET through CPE. Whichever Cambridge exam you're preparing for, there's a pre-test designed for it.

A2 Key (KET)

For elementary learners. Proves basic everyday English.

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B1 Preliminary (PET)

For intermediate learners. Work, study and travel in English.

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Most widely taken

B2 First (FCE)

The most widely taken Cambridge qualification. Upper-intermediate.

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C1 Advanced (CAE)

For university admissions and professional use. Advanced.

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C2 Proficiency (CPE)

Cambridge's highest qualification. Near-native competence.

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How it works

Three steps to your anticipated Cambridge exam score

Pick your exam and test template

Choose your Cambridge exam level — B2 First, C1 Advanced, or any other — and select from our set of exam-faithful pre-test templates. The first one is free, no credit card needed.

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Choose your Cambridge exam level

Take a Cambridge-style exam

Writing and Speaking are marked by Cambridge English-certified examiners — the same people who examine the real Cambridge exams — using official criteria, structure and scoring methodology.

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Answer B

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Receive your detailed report

More than a score. You get an anticipated Cambridge exam grade, a section-by-section breakdown, a focus summary for exam day, and detailed examiner feedback on your Writing and Speaking.

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Cambridge Scale score

171Grade B

Reading

172

Writing

165

Listening

180

Speaking

168

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Credentials behind every mark

Marked by examiners who grade the real Cambridge exams.

Every Writing submission and Speaking session is evaluated by a current Cambridge English-certified examiner — the same professionals who mark the official Cambridge exams. We follow the exact criteria, structure and scoring methodology used in the real exam.

Active examiners with current Cambridge English certification

Writing and Speaking marked using official scoring bands

Detailed feedback you won’t get from the real exam

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15 years · A2 Key & B1 Preliminary specialist

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10 years · B2 First specialist

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Sample report

Your Cambridge English Scale score. Plus the roadmap to pass.

A multi-page report with per-section Cambridge Scale scores, estimated exam grade, and detailed examiner feedback.

Anticipated exam score report

B2 First (FCE) — Anna K.

Pre-test completed 12 April 2026 · Target exam: 18 May 2026

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Cambridge Scale score

176

Grade B · Level B2

Pass at B2 (160–190)

Readiness signal

Likely to pass

Section breakdown · Cambridge Scale

Reading

182A

Use of English

172C

Writing

168C

Listening

177B

Speaking

181A

Summary — what to focus on

Anna is above the pass threshold with strong Speaking and Reading. The main gaps are Writing (sentence complexity) and Use of English (word formation). Three to four weeks of targeted practice can move her to Grade A.

Continued on pages 2–4: detailed Writing feedback · Speaking session notes · Study plan

Trusted by candidates and centres

The pre-test built by people who prepare Cambridge candidates for a living

I thought I was ready for B2 First. The pre-test showed my Writing was a full grade below — the examiner feedback saved me from a real failure on exam day.

Karolína N.

B2 First · Prague, Czech Republic

The Speaking session felt exactly like the real CAE. Getting detailed feedback after — that doesn’t happen on the actual exam. Took a second pre-test, went up 8 points.

Lukas R.

C1 Advanced · Vienna, Austria

We use it with every FCE and CAE class four weeks before the real exam. Students arrive on exam day calmer, and our pass rates reflect it.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

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Is this an official Cambridge English exam?

No. We are not affiliated with or endorsed by Cambridge Assessment English. We are an independent pre-test service designed to help candidates prepare for the real Cambridge English qualifications — A2 Key (KET), B1 Preliminary (PET), B2 First (FCE), C1 Advanced (CAE), and C2 Proficiency (CPE).

How accurate is the anticipated exam score?

Our anticipated exam scores use the Cambridge English Scale (122–190) and are produced by Cambridge-certified examiners following the official criteria. In our historical data, XX% of candidates score within 5 points of their anticipated score on the real exam.

Who marks the Writing and Speaking?

Cambridge English-certified examiners who are currently active on the real Cambridge exams. They use the same scoring bands and band descriptors as on exam day.

How does the live Speaking session work?

Your Speaking session is a 15-minute video call with a Cambridge-certified examiner, following the exact Speaking exam format — Part 1 (interview), Part 2 (long turn), Part 3 (collaborative task), and Part 4 (discussion). You'll receive band-level feedback in your final report.

Can I take pre-tests for different Cambridge exams separately?

Yes. Each pre-test is specific to a single Cambridge qualification. If you're deciding between two levels, we recommend starting with the higher one to find your ceiling.

What's in the detailed report?

Your multi-page report includes an overall Cambridge Scale score, a breakdown per section (Reading, Use of English, Writing, Listening, Speaking) with estimated grades, a focus summary for exam day, and detailed examiner feedback.

What if I score lower than expected?

You'll receive a clear report showing exactly where the gaps are. Many candidates take a second pre-test 2–3 weeks later to measure improvement.

Know your Cambridge exam score. Before it counts.

Your first pre-test is free — for B2 First (FCE), C1 Advanced (CAE), C2 Proficiency (CPE), A2 Key (KET) and B1 Preliminary (PET).

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