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Ages K1–P6 · Max 6 per class

Cambridge YLE
by Babington Education

Cambridge Young Learners English exams. Globally recognized certification for young learners progressing through Pre-Starters to Flyers levels.

Ages K1–P6
1 Hour / class
4 Levels
Max 6/class
Cambridge Young Learners English

4

Progressive levels

Max 6

Students per class

100%

Certified teachers

Free

Placement assessment

Cambridge YLE certification

Course Description

Cambridge Young Learners English (YLE) is a series of engaging English exams for primary school students aged 5 to 12.

The programme uses the proven Kid's Box curriculum and provides an international benchmark for English proficiency. Cambridge YLE exams assess listening, reading, writing and speaking across four levels: Pre-Starters, Starters, Movers and Flyers.

All students receive official Cambridge English certificates upon completing each level — providing recognized proof of their English ability that is valued globally.

Curriculum Materials

Kid's Box New Generation books

Why Babington Education?

Global Recognition

Cambridge English qualifications are recognized and respected by schools, universities, and employers worldwide.

Expert Teachers

All teachers are trained and certified in the Cambridge Young Learners programme with proven classroom experience.

Small Classes

Maximum 6 students per class ensures every child receives personalized attention and adequate speaking time.

Fun Learning Environment

We create a positive, encouraging atmosphere where children enjoy learning and build confidence naturally.

Proven Success

Our students consistently achieve excellent results with high pass rates across all Cambridge YLE levels.

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Programme Features

Cambridge Certification

Recognized globally, Cambridge YLE exams provide internationally accepted certification of English achievement.

Kid's Box Curriculum

Uses the engaging Kid's Box curriculum, designed specifically for young learners with fun, memorable content.

Age-Appropriate Levels

Four distinct levels (Pre-Starters through Flyers) aligned to primary school years K1 to P6.

Official Certificates

All students receive official Cambridge English certificates upon passing the examination.

Practical English

Focuses on real-world English communication skills that children can use immediately.

Free Assessment

Every new student receives a complimentary assessment to determine the most appropriate level.

Curriculum Breakdown

Programme Structure

Clear, measurable outcomes at every level — from Pre-Starters through to Flyers.

Pre-StartersK1–K2
Min: 6 months

Children develop foundational listening and speaking skills with engaging, age-appropriate activities.

By the end of Pre-Starters:

Speaking

  • Can respond to simple questions and instructions.
  • Can produce basic vocabulary and simple phrases.
  • Can participate in basic classroom routines.

Listening

  • Can understand simple spoken words and phrases.
  • Can follow basic classroom instructions.
StartersK3–P1
Min: 8 months

Students build on foundational skills with more complex vocabulary and structured speaking activities.

By the end of Starters:

Speaking

  • Can ask and answer simple personal questions.
  • Can describe familiar objects and people.
  • Can participate in simple conversations with teacher support.

Listening

  • Can understand short, simple conversations.
  • Can identify key words in spoken passages.
MoversP2–P4
Min: 10 months

Students develop more fluent speaking and listening comprehension across a wider range of topics.

By the end of Movers:

Speaking

  • Can give short descriptions and tell simple stories.
  • Can use a variety of present and past tense structures.
  • Can participate in group discussions with increasing confidence.

Listening

  • Can understand longer spoken passages on familiar topics.
  • Can extract specific information from audio materials.
FlyersP5–P6
Min: 12 months

Students achieve confident, fluent English communication across all four skills at upper primary level.

By the end of Flyers:

Speaking

  • Can speak fluently about familiar and new topics.
  • Can use complex sentence structures naturally.
  • Can express opinions and engage in extended conversations.

Listening

  • Can understand native-speed speech on diverse topics.
  • Can comprehend detailed information in longer audio pieces.

Teaching Philosophy

Our teachers create engaging, supportive classrooms where children feel confident to participate. We use communicative methods combined with the Kid's Box curriculum to make learning fun, memorable and effective.

Assessment & Placement

Students are placed based on their current English ability, not age. All new students receive a complimentary 30-minute assessment to determine the appropriate starting level.

Get Cambridge Certified

Book a free assessment at your nearest Babington centre and start your Cambridge Young Learners English journey today.

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