A2 Key

The A2 Key qualification is an ideal starting point for individuals new to learning English. It serves as evidence of your proficiency in using the language to communicate in simple everyday situations.

A2 Key provides a clear path to further education, employment opportunities, and social integration in English-speaking countries.

An A2 Key qualification shows that a student can

Understand and use basic phrases and expressions

Understand simple written English

Introduce themselves and answer basic questions about themselves

Show that you have the basic language skills to communicate in English

Reasons to choose A2 Key

Gain a valuable qualification that is accepted worldwide

Improve your work, study and travel prospects

Show that you have the basic language skills to communicate in English

Can do summary

The tables below give some examples at each level of typical general ability
These statements are linked to the CEFR

Typical abilities	Reading and writing	Listening and speaking
Overall general ability	CAN understand straightforward information within a known area CAN complete forms and write short, simple letters or postcards related to personal information	CAN understand simple questions and instructions CAN express simple opinions or requirements in a familiar context
Social and tourist	CAN understand straightforward information on food, standard menus, road signs and messages on automatic cash machines CAN complete most forms related to personal information	CAN understand straightforward directions, provided that these are not lengthy or complex CAN express likes and dislikes in familiar contexts using simple language
Study	CAN understand the general meaning of a simplified textbook or an article by reading very slowly CAN write a very short, simple narrative or description	CAN understand basic instructions on class time, dates and room numbers CAN express simple opinions using expressions such as ‘I don’t agree’

A2 Key exam consists of 3 parts

Reading & Writing

1 hour

Listening

30 minutes approximately

A2 Key

A2 Key

The A2 Key qualification is an ideal starting point for individuals new to learning English. It serves as evidence of your proficiency in using the language to communicate in simple everyday situations.

A2 Key provides a clear path to further education, employment opportunities, and social integration in English-speaking countries.

An A2 Key qualification shows that a student can

Reasons to choose A2 Key

Can do summary

The tables below give some examples at each level of typical general ability
These statements are linked to the CEFR

A2 Key exam consists of 3 parts

Reading & Writing

Listening

Speaking

Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR)

Check your English level with our English
placement test

Exam calendar & registration

Nail your Cambridge English exams with our official preparation materials

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A2 Key

A2 Key

The A2 Key qualification is an ideal starting point for individuals new to learning English. It serves as evidence of your proficiency in using the language to communicate in simple everyday situations.

A2 Key provides a clear path to further education, employment opportunities, and social integration in English-speaking countries.

An A2 Key qualification shows that a student can

Reasons to choose A2 Key

Can do summary

The tables below give some examples at each level of typical general ability These statements are linked to the CEFR

A2 Key exam consists of 3 parts

Reading & Writing

Listening

Speaking

Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR)

Check your English level with our English placement test

Exam calendar & registration

Nail your Cambridge English exams with our official preparation materials

Latest blog

Assessment

GPEX

Address

Newsletter

The tables below give some examples at each level of typical general ability
These statements are linked to the CEFR

Check your English level with our English
placement test