Level Scale

Level Scale

A levels- English Basic User

English test A1 (Beginner)

Can understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type. Can introduce him/herself and others and can ask and answer questions about personal details such as where he/she lives, people he/she knows and things he/she has. Can interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly and is prepared to help.

English test A2 (Elementary English)

Can understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family information, shopping, local geography, employment). Can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters. Can describe in simple terms aspects of his/her background, immediate environment and matters in areas of immediate need.

B levels- English Independent User

English test B1 (Intermediate English)

Can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. Can deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken. Can produce simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of personal interest. Can describe experiences and events, dreams, hopes & ambitions and briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans.

English test B2 (Upper-Intermediate)

Can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in his/her field of specialisation. Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party. Can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.

C levels- Proficient English User

English test C1 (Advanced English)

Can understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognise implicit meaning. Can express him/herself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. Can use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes. Can produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organisational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices.

English test C2 (Proficiency)

Can understand with ease virtually everything heard or read. Can summarise information from different spoken and written sources, reconstructing arguments and accounts in a coherent presentation. Can express him/herself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in more complex situations.

Your English Level

You can determine your level of English on a scale from 1 (Beginner) to 9 (Very advanced). Check the table below to see which level you have, or take a 20 minute free Online English level test which will help you determine your English level with accuracy.

Level	LSE Class Level	Description	CEF level*
9	Very Advanced	I speak and understand English completely fluently.	C2
8	Advanced	I speak and understand very well but sometimes have problems with unfamiliar situations and vocabulary.	C2
7	Pre-advanced	I speak and understand well but still make mistakes and fail to make myself understood occasionally.	C1
6	Upper Intermediate	I speak and understand well but still make mistakes and fail to make myself understood occasionally.	B2
5	Intermediate	I can speak and understand reasonably well and can use basic tenses but have problems with more complex grammar and vocabulary.	B1
4	Low Intermediate	I can make simple sentences and can understand the main points of a conversation but need much more vocabulary.	B1
3	Pre-Intermediate	I can communicate simply and understand in familiar situations but only with some difficulty.	A2
2	Elementary	I can say and understand a few things in English.	A1/2
1	Beginner	I do not speak any English.

*CEF - The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages

Necessary Levels of English

General English:

Course	Level
Intensive general English	Level 2 - 8
General English 30+	Level 3 - 6
Individual English Tuition	Level 1- 9
Skype English Lessons	Level 1 - 9

*CEF - The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages

Course	Level
Business and Professional English 30+	Level 4 - 8
Business English 20-30	Level 4 - 8
Business and Professional English 30+	Level 4 - 8

Legal English:

Course	Level
Legal English 30+	Level 6 - 8
Legal English 20-30	Level 5 - 8
TOLES exam preparation	Level 5 - 8

Professional English:

Course	Level
Medical English	Level 5 - 8
English for Human Resource Professionals	Level 5 - 8
Effective Lecturing Skills	Level 6 - 8
Communication Skills for Bankers	Level 5 - 8

Academic English:

Course	Level
English for University	Level 4 - 7

Voice training:

Course	Level
Voice training and Accent modification	Level 5 - 9

Corporate English training:

Course	Level
Corporate English training	Level 1 - 9