Level 1

For kids at a beginner level (often referred to as or Pre A1 Starters ), English tests typically focus on foundational vocabulary, simple grammar like the verb "to be," and basic reading or listening comprehension through pictures.

  1. A banana is ( yellow / blue ).
  2. The sky is ( green / blue ).
  3. Grass is ( green / red ).
  4. An orange is ( purple / orange ).
  5. A pig is ( pink / black ).
  1. Cambridge English (Official Site): Search for "Cambridge English Pre-A1 Starters free sample papers." They offer high-quality, official PDFs with audio files for listening tests.
  2. British Council – LearnEnglish Kids: They offer free downloadable worksheets and tests that are excellent for Level 1 practice.
  3. Education.com / K5Learning: These subscription-based sites (which offer free monthly downloads) have massive libraries of "Grade 1 English" worksheets that align perfectly with Level 1.

Sample item types and examples

At Level 1, reading is decoding. Tests should use 3- to 4-word sentences.

For teachers/parents:

English Test for Kids - Level 1

English Test for Kids - Level 1 PDF: A Comprehensive Guide

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