Paper-based
WrittenSat 16 May 2026
VenueMuttenz
Registration deadline6 Apr 2026
CHF 417.50Registration openSelect
B1 · School students
B1 Preliminary for Schools
B1 with topics from everyday school life
Level
B1
Length
about 3 hours
Result
approx. 3 weeks
Fee from
CHF 407.50
Next date: Sat 16 May 2026 in MuttenzRegistration deadline 6 Apr 2026
What it is
What B1 Preliminary for Schools proves about you
The same level as B1 Preliminary, with tasks drawn from the world teenagers know. Often the first Cambridge certificate a student earns at school.
It can be run as a class exam at your school — we bring the exam to you.
Formats
- Paper-based
- Computer-based
- Result available online, certificate by post
- No expiry date — valid for life
In brief
Everything that matters for the decision.
- Who it is for
- School students
- Papers
- 4 papersReading and Use of English · Writing · Listening · Speaking
- Fee
- CHF 407.50CHF 417.50 at the venues on the Basel rate, incl. VAT.
- Dates this year
- 1 scheduledMore on request, including for classes
Questions about the procedure? +41 61 273 90 43 — Monday to Friday, 8 am – 12 noon and 1 – 5 pm
Where it counts
Three situations in which B1 Preliminary for Schools makes the difference.
01
Lower secondary
A first internationally recognised language qualification.
Level B102
Class exam
A shared goal for a whole class, with the exam held on site.
Level B103
Preparation
Structured preparation for B2 First for Schools.
Level B1Format
The papers in detail
Total length about 3 hours. The papers are taken on the same day unless the timetable lists a separate date for the speaking test.
Reading and Use of English
Reading comprehension, vocabulary and grammar across several task types.
1 hr 30 minWriting
Two pieces of writing: an essay and one task of your choice.
45 minListening
Four listening parts; every recording is played twice.
approx. 30 minSpeaking
In pairs, with two examiners in the room.
12 min, in pairsDates
B1 Preliminary for Schools — scheduled dates
Fee and registration deadline are shown on every line. For classes and companies we set up additional dates.
1 date · sorted by date
| Exam | Written | Venue | Registration deadline | Fee | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B1 Preliminary for SchoolsPaper-based | Sat 16 May 2026 | Muttenz | 6 Apr 2026Registration open | CHF 417.50 | Select |
Ready for B1 Preliminary for Schools?
Choose a date, or have your level checked first. Either takes less than five minutes.