English Examinations & Exam Preparation Classes

When learning languages, it is important to give oneself goals. Passing an official examination is an excellent objective. Established in French-speaking Switzerland since 2012, The Jacklin Language Center has successfully trained students to pass examinations. We can help you prepare for the following exams:

The Jacklin Language Center now offers the possibility of taking Cambridge English Qualifications examinations on our premises as well as offering Exam preparation classes. Please contact us for more information. The enrolments for all other exams (TOEFL, TOIC, SAT and GMAT) are your own responsibility and you can get up-to-date information and enrol for the exam of your choice by clicking on the links below.

Cambridge Assessment English

Adults

A2 Key: This basic-level qualification is a great exam to take if you’re new to learning English. An A2 Key qualification is proof of your ability to use English to communicate in simple situations. See more – A2 Key


B1 Preliminary & B1 Business Preliminary: A B1 qualification shows that you have mastered the basics of English and now have practical language skills for everyday use in your personal or professional life.
See more – B1 Preliminary
See more – B1 Business Preliminary


B2 First & B2 Business Vantage: A B2 qualification proves you have the language skills to live and work independently in an English-speaking country or study on courses taught in English.
See more – B2 First
See more – B2 Business Vantage


C1 Advanced & C1 Business Higher: It is the in-depth, high-level qualification that shows you have the language skills that employers and universities are looking for.
See more – C1 Advanced
See more – C1 Business Higher


C2 Proficiency: A C2 Proficiency qualification shows the world that you have mastered English to an exceptional level. It proves you can communicate with the fluency and sophistication of a highly competent English speaker. See more – C2 Proficiency

Children and teenagers

Pre A1 Starters: It is the start of a child’s language learning journey and it introduces children to everyday written and spoken English, an excellent way for them to gain confidence and improve their English. See more – Pre A1 Starters


A1 Movers: Children will work towards understanding basic instructions or taking part in simple conversations, completing basic forms and writing notes, including times, dates and places. The A1 Movers is for children in primary or secondary schools (6-15 years old) and corresponds to an A1 level expected at the end of the “6ème” (11-12 years old). See more – A1 Movers


A2 Flyers: It is the third of the fun, activity-based English tests for children in primary or secondary schools (6-15 years old) and corresponds to an A2 level expected at the end of “3ème”. See more – A2 Flyers


A2 Key for Schools: It is an exam for school-age learners which will help prepare them for higher-level English language qualifications. These tests are suitable for children leaving secondary school (at the end of “3ème”) and show that they can use English to communicate in simple situations. See more – A2 Key for Schools


B1 Preliminary for Schools: A B1 Preliminary for Schools qualification shows that a student has mastered the basics of English and now has practical language skills for everyday use, expected at the end of the first year of high school (“Seconde Générale”). See more – B1 Preliminary for Schools


B2 First for Schools: A B2 First for Schools qualification shows that a student has the language skills they need to communicate in an English-speaking environment, at a level expected at the end of high school (“Terminale”). See more – B2 First for Schools

Cambridge English Qualifications – Our prices

Cambridge English Qualifications –  Examinations Prices for The Language Center students
Pre A1 STARTERS 140 CHF
A1 MOVERS 145 CHF
A2 FLYERS 145 CHF
A2 KEY / KEY FOR SCHOOLS 230 CHF
B1 PRELIMINARY / PRELIMINARY FOR SCHOOLS / BUSINESS PRELIMINARY 240 CHF
B2 FIRST / FIRST FOR SCHOOLS / BUSINESS VANTAGE 360 CHF
C1 ADVANCED / BUSINESS HIGHER 370 CHF
C2 PROFICIENCY 380 CHF
Examinations take place several times a year.

Other English Tests

Test of English as a Foreign Language
The TOEFL is designed to test knowledge of English as a foreign language, and is one of the conditions of admission to universities and colleges in North America.

More information and enrolment for the TOEFL

Test of English for International Communication
The TOEIC evaluates competency in English as a tool for international communication. Specifically designed for companies, this test allows candidates of all levels to have an overview of their language skills in English.

More information and enrolment for the TOEIC

Scholastic Aptitude Test
The SAT reasoning and subject tests are required for admission into American Universities.

More information and enrolment for the SAT

The Graduate Management Admission Test
The GMAT exam is a test of general skills and abilities that you have acquired over time. It is required for admission into MBA programs.

More information and enrolment for the GMAT