Placement Test
CEFR Language Levels
Find your level of Spanish proficiency
The CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) is an international standard for describing language ability to define what a learner can do at each level. The table below outlines the skills and abilities associated with each level, from basic communication (A1) to near-native fluency (C2) and will help you determine your Spanish level, and the placement test you should take before you register.
A1 - Beginner
You can understand and use very basic expressions to satisfy concrete needs. You can introduce yourselve and others and ask and answer questions about personal details such as where they live, people they know and things they have. To make sure this is your level, take this test.
A2 - Elementary
You 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) and can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and routine matters. To make sure this is your level, take this test.
B1 - Intermediate
You can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. You can deal with most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken. You can produce simple connected text on topics which are familiar or of personal interest. To make sure this is your level, take this test.
B2 - Upper Intermediate
You can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in their field of specialisation. You can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain for either party. You 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.
C1 - Advanced
You can understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognise implicit meaning. You can express themselves fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. You can use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes. You can produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organisational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices.