Golden Mind Cambridge Home School & Online Learning

LEARN ENGLISH WITH US

We offer ENGLISH CLASSES/LESSONS

Are you a Kenyan or any other non-native English speaker ready to learn English?

Do you want to improve your English-speaking skills?

Cambridge Group of Homeschools offers English lessons either at the comfort of your home or in any other way that works best for you.

Our highly qualified, experienced and committed teachers of English will take you through the English lessons regardless of the level you are starting at.

In details, the following are the Cambridge English learning levels taught by our highly qualified and experienced teachers of English.

PRE-A1 STARTERS (PRE-A1)

This is the first of the three Cambridge English Qualifications designed for young learners.

These tests introduce children to everyday written and spoken English and are an excellent way for them to gain confidence and improve their English.

The tests are written around familiar topics and focus on the skills needed to communicate effectively in English through listening, speaking, reading and writing.

KEY FACTS

CEFR Level – pre-level A1

Test format – paper-based

No. of papers – 3

Test length – about 45 minutes

Pre-A1 starters can help your child take their first step towards:

• Understanding basic English content on the internet
• Enjoying books, songs, television and films in English
• Making friends globally.

Reasons to choose pre–A1 STARTERS

There’s no pass or fail – every child gets a Cambridge English certificate which celebrates their achievements

The tests use realistic everyday situations to bring learning to life.

The test covers all major varieties of English (e.g. British English, American English).

A1 MOVERS – (A1)

This is the second exam created by Cambridge English Qualifications specifically for younger children.

All the exams for young learners are fun, colorful and activity based, motivating young children to learn.

These tests introduce children to everyday written and spoken English and are an excellent way for them to gain confidence and improve their English.

The tests are written around familiar topics and focus on the skills needed to communicate effectively in English through listening, speaking, reading and writing.

Reasons your child should choose A1 Movers:

• Theres no pass or fail – every child gets a Cambridge English certificate which celebrates their achievements
• The tests use realistic everyday situations to bring learning to life.

A2 FLYERS – A2

A2 Flyers is the 3^rd of three Cambridge English Qualifications designed for young learners.

These tests introduce children to everyday written and spoken English and are an excellent way for them to gain confidence and b

 improve their English.

The tests are written around familiar topics and focus on the skills needed to communicate effectively in English through listening, speaking, reading and writing.

KEY FACTS

CEFR Level – A2

Test format – paper -based

No of papers – 3

Tests length – about 1 hour 15 minutes.

A2 Flyers can help your child to:

• Understand simple written English
• Communicate in familiar situations
• Understand and use basic phrases and expressions.
• Interact with English speakers who talk slowly and clearly.

Reasons to choose A2 flyers:

• Theres no pass or fail – every child gets a Cambridge English certificate which celebrates their achievements
• The tests use realistic everyday situations to bring learning to life.

A2 KEY – A2 (KET)

It is an exam for school-age learners which will help prepare them for higher-level English qualifications.

An A2 key qualification shows that a student can use English to communicate in simple situations.

It is a logical next step after Cambridge English qualifications designed for young learners and a good place for older children to start learning English too.

KEY FACTS

CEFR Level – A2

Scale Score – 120-139

Test format – Digital or paper-based

No. of papers – 3

Exam Length – About 2 hours.

A2 KEY Qualifications shows that a student can:

• Understand and use basic phrases and expressions.
• Understand simple written English
• Introduce themselves and answer basic questions about themselves.
• Interact with English speakers at a basic level.

REASONS TO CHOOSE A2 KEY

• Helps students gain the language skills they need to succeed and work at home or abroad.
• Part of a suite of exams that offer step-by-step progression for students.
• Comprehensive support with exam preparation and administration.

B1 PRELIMINARY – B1

It is an English language exam that shows that students have mastered the basics of English and now has practical skills for everyday use.

This exam is the logical step in a student’s language learning journey between A2 and B2.

KEY FACTS

CEFR Level – B1

Scale Score – 140-159

Test format – digital or paper-based

No of papers – 4

Exam length – about 2 hours 20 minutes.

A B1 Qualification shows that a student can:

• Read simple textbooks and articles in English
• Write letters and emails on everyday subjects
• Understand factual information
• Show awareness of opinions and mood in spoken and written English.

Reasons to choose B1:

• It is part of a suite exams that offer step-by-step progression for students
• Comprehensive support in exam preparation and administration

B2 FIRSTS – B2

This qualification gives students the confidence to use their English in the real world.

It shows that the student has the skills they need to communicate in an English-speaking environment.

It is also a great way to prepare for higher level exams such as C1 Advanced.

KEY FACTS

CEFR Level- B2

Scale Score – 160-179

Test format – Digital or paper-based

Exam Length – About 3.5 hours.

B2 qualifications show that a student can:

• Communicate effectively face-to-face expressing opinions and presenting arguments.
• Write clear, detailed English expressing opinions and explaining the advantages and disadvantages of different points of view.
• Follow the news
• Write letters, reports, stories and lots of other types of texts.

Reasons to choose B2 Firsts

• It is part of a suite exams that offer step-by-step progression for students
• Comprehensive support in exam preparation and administration
• Students can gain a valuable qualification that is accepted worldwide

C1 ADVANCED – C1

Formerly known as Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)

It is the in-depth, high-level qualification that shows you have the language skills that employers and universities are looking.

More than 10,000 educational institutions, businesses and government departments around the world accept C1 Advanced as proof of high-level achievement in learning English.

Preparing for C1 Advanced helps learners develop the skills to make the most of studying, working and living in English-speaking countries.

KEY FACTS

Scale score – 180-199

CEFR – C1

Test format – digital or paper-based

No. of papers – 4

Exam length – about 4 hours

C1 advanced qualification shows that a student can:

• Follow an academic course at university level
• Communicate effectively at a managerial and professional level.
• Participate with confidence in workplace meetings or academic tutorials and seminars.
• Express yourself with a level of fluency.

Reasons to choose C1

• Flexible tests dates available around the world.
• Accepted by over 10,000 educational institutions, businesses and governments departments.
• Opens doors to international travels, work and study.

C2 PROFICIENCY – C2

Formerly known as Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)

It is the highest – level qualification proof that you are a highly competent speaker of English.

It shows the world that you have mastered English to an exceptional level.

It proves you can communicate with fluency and sophistication of a highly competent English speaker.

Preparing for, and passing the exam means you have the level of English that’s needed to study, or work in a very senior professional or academic environment, for example a post-graduate or PHD program.

A C2 proficiency qualification shows that you can:

• Study demanding subjects at the highest level, including post-graduate and PHD programs.
• Negotiate and persuade effectively at senior management level in international business settings.
• Understand the main ideas of complex pieces of writing
• Talk about complex or sensitive issues, and deal confidently with difficult questions

Reasons to choose C2:

• This is the highest level of exam, passing it proves that you have mastered English it to an exceptional level.
• Helps you understand the English skills needed to succeed in high-level academic or professional environments.