English is a world language, the lingua franca of international news and commerce, and the accepted second language of many living in Europe, Africa, South America and Asia. English Speaking Board assesses Spoken English in countries around the world, including Spain, Italy, Malta, the Middle East and Far East. ESB has syllabuses for schools, training, interview skills and business.
EAL for Schools (English as an Acquired Language) provides a unique framework for young learners to develop their skills in speaking in everyday situations, including pronunciation, and their ability to listen and show understanding, all within a participating group. The EAL/ESOL Certificates in Spoken Communication and Presentation - have now been accredited and renamed, to become English as a Foreign Language. Find them on the Register of Accredited Qualifications http://register.ofqual.gov.uk/Qualification EAL/ESOL E1 now ESB Entry Level Certificate In EFL Entry 1 (ESOL) EAL/ESOL E2 now ESB Entry Level Certificate In EFL Entry 2 (ESOL) EAL/ESOL E2 now ESB Entry Level Certificate In EFL Entry 3 (ESOL) EAL/ESOL L1 now ESB Level 1 Certificate In EFL (ESOL) EAL/ESOL L2 now ESB Level 2 Certificate In EFL (ESOL) EAL/ESOL L3 now ESB Level 3 Certificate In EFL (ESOL) • mapped to the Common European Framework • from Pre-Entry Introductory Certificate, with progression at every stage to the Level 3 Certificate in Spoken Communication.
First language English Speakers can enter for UK-accredited Syllabuses: • Junior and Senior Schools graded exams • Advanced Schools graded exams (UCAS tariff points for UK university entry) • Interview Skills • Adult Learners from Level 1 - Level 3 • Special needs syllabuses - twelve progressive Entry level qualifications
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS - IB DIPLOMA and ESB. ESB Advanced Certificate in Spoken English and the International Baccalaureate are natural partners for Diploma students. Both organisations recognise the importance of oral communication in education, and the skills and materials on both courses are mutually supportive. Blending the two courses allows students the opportunity to achieve two prestigious qualifications within the same programme of study. ESB INTERNATIONAL has been assessing Speaking and Listening for over fifty years and EVERY STUDENT BENEFITS.
TO ARRANGE ESB ASSESSMENTS FOR YOUR STUDENTS:• Contact ESB UK Office - admin@esbuk.org or international@esbuk.org• In countries where ESB is established, there is a Regional Co-ordinator through whom all bookings must be made - ask ESB for details • If no regional co-ordinator available, register as an ESB centre • Complete an International Assessment Booking Form and email to ESB • Minimum number of candidates depends on country, location and date requested. Check with ESB what this will mean for you • Confirmation details will be emailed