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PETB1 Preliminary

B1Intermediate

It certifies that you get by easily in everyday situations: understanding emails, announcements and conversations, and giving your opinion.

Prepare for the PET See the format
LevelCEFR B1
DurationAbout 2 h 20 min
ResultCambridge Scale 140–170 · A, B or C
ValidityThe certificate doesn't expire

What is the PET?

B1 Preliminary, known as PET, shows an intermediate level: you can handle the usual situations when traveling, understand the main points of texts and audio on familiar topics and express your ideas clearly.

  • Students who need to prove a B1 at school or university
  • Those who are going to travel or live for a while in an English-speaking country
  • Those who want an intermediate step before the FCE

Exam format

45 min · 6 parts · 32 questionsReadingSigns, emails, announcements and short articles. General information, details, opinions and implied meaning.
45 min · 2 partsWritingAn email based on a situation and, your choice, a story or an article.
About 30 min · 4 parts · 25 questionsListeningConversations, announcements, instructions and radio programs.
12–17 min · 4 partsSpeakingIn pairs or threes, with two examiners: one talks with you and the other assesses.

Results and level

Results are reported on the Cambridge English Scale. Between 140 and 159 you get the B1 certificate (grade B or C); between 160 and 170, grade A, which corresponds to B2-level performance.

What level do you need? Intermediate (B1). If your English is rusty or you're not there yet, we first strengthen it and then train for the exam.

How we prepare you

We don't just do mock exams: we work on your weak points and build on your strengths, with plenty of practice so you speak and understand English with confidence.

  • Diagnosis of your strengths and weaknesses before you start
  • Training for each section and each question type
  • Mock exams in the real format, graded so you know when you're ready
  • Writing, listening and conversation workshops
  • Virtual classroom with an audio bank, mock exams and guided practice
  • Reports and feedback after each assessment
One-to-one (1:1)Classes just for you, at the time you choose. 28 hours of preparation.
Group (small group)Practice with other students preparing for the same exam. Opens with a minimum of 4 students.
Book one-to-one Book a group

Ask for the price on WhatsApp. Before you start, an intro class (S/ 50) to assess your level and build your plan around your exam date.

Questions about the PET

What does the preparation include besides classes?

Regular graded mock exams, audio and video workshops for your listening, and grammar classes to avoid the mistakes that cost the most points.

Is there a version for school students?

Yes, B1 Preliminary for Schools, with the same format and topics designed for teenagers.

Do you run the exam or register me for it?

We prepare you. You sit the exam at a center authorized by the institution that runs it. If you're not sure which exam to take or what score you need, we'll help you find out.

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