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A2 Key (KET) for Schools

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A2 Key (KET) for Schools is a Cambridge Assessment English Qualification targeted at the pre-intermediate level of the CEFR (A2 level). It is made up of three parts and designed to prove that students have achieved a good foundation in English and can use the language to communicate in simple situations. A2 Key (KET) for Schools, also known as KET for Schools, is officially recognized by universities, employers, and governments around the world.

Candidates can choose to take A2 Key (KET) for Schools as either a paper-based or a digital exam. Similar to the paper-based version, the digital exams are offered at test centers across Greece. Although the format of the exams is different, digital exams test the same knowledge and skills as our paper-based exams. In A2 Key (KET) for Schools Digital, candidates use digital tools that allow them to manage the digital environment and perform to the best of their abilities. Both A2 Key (KET) for Schools and A2 Key (KET) for Schools Digital have been developed based on decades of world-leading expertise in language testing for young learners. 

A2 Key (KET) for Schools is aimed at learners who want to:

  • understand and use basic phrases and expressions
  • introduce and answer basic questions about themselves
  • interact with English speakers who talk slowly and clearly
  • write short, simple notes

A2 Key (KET) for Schools follows exactly the same format and level as A2 Key (KET), also known as Key English Test (KET). The only difference is that the content and treatment of topics in the particular test have been particularly targeted to the interests and experience of school pupils. 

A2 Key (KET) for Schools is recognized by the private sector, as well as the Greek state (ASEP/Supreme Council for Civil Personnel Selection) as a B1 level certification of English language competence (Cambridge English Scale overall score: 120-139). A2 Key (KET) for Schools is recognized by a wide range of companies and educational institutions around the world. 

How do I sign up for Orfeas?

If you are an individual candidate:

  1. Visit the Hellenic American Union website.
  2. Navigate to “Sign In”. 
  3. Then select “Register” and fill in your personal information.
  4. You will receive an automated e-mail with a link to verify your account and complete the registration.
  5. Click on the link and fill in your username and password. Finally, select “Sign In” to complete the registration process.

If you are a teacher or a Foreign Language School owner:

  1. Visit the Hellenic American Union website and complete the form with your personal and/or business information, and upload the required documents.*

    Please note: You will be asked to provide an email address to register for Orfeas. This address, as well as the optional secondary email address should not have been used previously to create an Orfeas account or register as an individual candidate.

  2. Select “Save”.
  3. You will receive an automated e-mail with a link to verify your account and complete the registration.
  4. We will process your request, and e-mail you with a temporary password for first-time access. After that, you will be asked to change your password.

*Acceptable documents (max 5 MB):

For teachers (one of the following):

  • English Language and/or Literature degree

For Foreign Language Schools (one of the following):

  • Business registry details from the Independent Authority for Public Revenue (ΑΑΔΕ) 
  • Certificate of commencement of activity for individual entrepreneurs 

Please note that this step is required to register yourself or your students for your chosen exams at a later time.

How do I pay the examination fee?

To pay the examination fee, you must first complete the registration and application for your chosen exam.

Available payment methods:

  • Credit card

Can I delete my application or my student’s application?

According to exam regulation 4.12., the examination fees paid are non-transferable and non-refundable. If you notice any mistakes in your application and need to correct them, please contact us via email at cambridge@hau.gr or by phone at +30 2310557600.

Do you offer non-standard test accommodations?

You can request special accommodations when you register the candidate on Orfeas.
You will need to provide the medical documentation that describes the candidate’s disability or/and learning difficulty; this must be issued by a qualified medical professional.

Documentation must be original, in Greek or English, or certified copies. Documentation in a language other than Greek must be translated into Greek or English by an authorized professional or authority, such as a lawyer or the Hellenic Ministry of Foreign Affairs Translation Service. Either the original certified translation or a certified copy of the original certified translation can be submitted.     

For more information on the types of accommodations, required documentation, and the application process, please visit our Nonstandard Test Accommodations page.

How can I register for the certificate exams of my choice?

For Foreign Language Schools owners and teachers:

  1. After logging into Orfeas with your e-mail and password, select the “Applications/Registrations” section. You will be automatically redirected to the “My Students” tab.
  2. If this is your first time registering a student, select “New Student”, fill in their personal details (using all Roman capital letters, exactly as they appear on their ID or passport), and click “Save”. If the student has already been registered, you can find them in your student list.
  3. Select the checkbox next to the candidate’s name (or select multiple boxes if you wish to register multiple candidates for the same exam). Then, click “Register Students”.
  4. When the pop-up window appears, follow the on-screen instructions. Click “Submit”, and you will be automatically directed to the “My Exams” tab.
  5. You will see the new group of students for registration. Click “Pay & Submit” to choose your payment method and to finalize your application.

For Individual Candidates:

  1. After logging into Orfeas with your e-mail and password, go to the “Registration” section.
  2. Enter your personal details using Roman capital letters, exactly as they appear on your ID or passport.
  3. Read and accept the terms and conditions, then click “Save”.
  4. You will be automatically redirected to “My Exams”. Select “New Application” from the top right.
  5. Follow the on-screen instructions, and click on “Submit” to review your application, and click “Pay & Submit” to complete the process.

How do I access my exam schedule or that of my students’?

For Foreign Language Schools and teachers:

To view your students’ exam schedules, follow these steps:

  1. Sign in to Orfeas.
  2. Click on “Applications/Registrations”.
  3. Select “My Exams”.
  4. Choose the exam group (e.g., CAE – 20/06/2024).
  5. Click on “Exam Schedule” in the pop-up window to download your students’ schedules.

For individual candidates:

To view your schedule, follow these steps:

  1. Sign in to Orfeas.
  2. Click on “Registration”.
  3. Select “My Applications”.
  4. Choose the application of your choice (e.g., CAE – 20/06/2024).
  5. Click on “Exam Schedule” in the pop-up window and select “Download Schedule” to download your schedule.

How do I access my students’ or my results?

For Foreign Language School owners and teachers: 

To access your students’ results, follow these steps:

  1. Sign in to Orfeas.
  2. Click on “Applications/Registrations”.
  3. Select “Statistics/Results”.
  4. Use the filters to choose the year, examination name, and examination period.
  5. Click “View” to view the results.

For individual candidates: 

To access your results, follow these steps:

  1. Sign in to Orfeas.
  2. Click on “Registration”.
  3. Select “My Exams”.
  4. Select your application (e.g., CAE – 20/06/2024).
  5. Click on “Scores” in the pop-up window, and select “Download Score report” to download your detailed score report.

Note: If you wish to view your results but you did not register as an individual candidate, but rather through your teacher or Foreign Language School, you must register as a new user in the Orfeas system after 2:00 PM on the following day of the announcement of the results. Then, select “Exam Results” from the menu and, by filling in the required fields, you will have access to your results. 

How can I stay updated on the status of my application?

For Foreign Language Schools and teachers:

Once you complete the application process for your students, you will receive an e-mail notification to confirm the payment and the students’ schedules on Orfeas.

For individual candidates:

Once you complete the application process, you will receive an e-mail notification to confirm the payment and your schedule.

 

Register your students online for their exams through ORFEAS, our online registration system. Find an examination center close to home in North Macedonia, and complete all applications online with a debit, pre-paid or credit card.

On ORFEAS, you will have access to all your students’ relevant details for the upcoming exams and the ability to save and print in a single document their schedules that will take with them on the day of their test. You will also be able to access any updates on the status of your applications, as well as find and download useful support materials. Expect invitations to webinars for tips and strategies that will help you prepare your students effectively for their exams.

  • For a detailed guide on how to register your students for the Cambridge English Qualifications on ORFEAS, please refer to the brief ORFEAS Instructions document.

A2 Key results are reported on the Cambridge English Scale. Candidates will receive a separate score for each of the 4 skills (Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking) on their Statement of Results which give them a clear understanding of their performance. These four scores are averaged to give them an overall result for the exam. They will also be given a grade and Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) level.

For A2 Key, the following scores will be used to report results:

Cambridge English Scale Score

Grade

CEFR level

140 -150

Grade A

B1

133–139

Grade B

A2

120–132

Grade C

A2

100–119

Level A1

A1

Scores between 100 and 119 are also reported for B1 Preliminary. Candidates will not receive a certificate, but their Cambridge English Scale score will be shown on their Statement of Results. Scores below 100 are not reported, so candidates will not receiver a certificate nor a score for this examination.

The following factsheet can be used as a guide to help teachers and candidates understand how Cambridge English scale works. This information is better applied when using official Cambridge English practice tests.

Paper 1: Reading and Writing

Duration: 1 hour

Number of parts: 7 parts

Candidates write their answers in the answer sheet using pencil.

Number of questions: 32 questions in total

Marks: 50% of total

Part 1 - Reading (6 questions - 1 mark for each correct answer)

Six short emails, notices, signs, or text messages and three sentences next to each one (A, B, C). Candidates have to choose which sentence matches the meaning of the email, notice, sign or text message.

Part 2 - Reading (7 questions - 1 mark for each correct answer)

Seven questions and three short texts on the same topic. Candidates have to match each question to one of the texts.

Part 3 - Reading (5 questions - 1 mark for each correct answer)

A longer text, for example, a simplified newspaper or magazine article and five multiple-choice questions with three options (A, B, C). Candidates have to choose the correct answer.

Part 4 - Reading (6 questions - 1 mark for each correct answer)

A short text with six numbered spaces and three words provided for each gap. Candidates have to decide which of the three words belongs in each gap.

Part 5 - Reading (6 questions - 1 mark for each correct answer)

Candidates have to fill in six gaps in a text or texts using single words        

Part 6 - Writing (1 question - a maximum of 15 marks available)

Candidates have to write a message of twenty-five (25) words or more (e.g. a note or email) in response to information given.   

Part 7 - Writing (1 question - a maximum of 15 marks available)

Candidates have to write a short story of thirty-five (35) words or more based on three picture prompts.

Paper 2: Listening

Duration: 30 minutes, including 6 minutes' transfer time

Number of parts: 5 parts

Candidates write their answers in the answer sheet using pencil.

Number of questions: 25 questions

Marks: 25% of total

Part 1 (5 questions - 1 mark for each correct answer.)

There are five short recordings, each with a question and three images. Candidates listen to the text and choose the correct visual image.

Part 2 (5 questions - 1 mark for each correct answer.)

Candidates should listen to a longer text, identify specific information and only write down ONE word in the gaps (a number, date, or a time) in note form.      

Part 3 (5 questions - 1 mark for each correct answer)

An informal conversation and five 3-option questions. Candidates have to listen to the conversation and choose the right answer (A, B or C) for each question.   

Part 4 (5 questions - 1 mark for each correct answer)

Five short monologues or dialogues, each with a scene setter, a question and three options. Candidates listen to the recording and choose the option which best answers each question.

Part 5 (5 questions - 1 mark for each correct answer)

A longer conversation between two people who know each other. Candidates have to match two lists of items by identifying simple information in the conversation.

Paper 3: Speaking

Duration: 8-10 minutes per pair of candidates

Format: 2 examiners - 2-3 candidates

Number of parts: 2 parts

Marks: 25% of total

Part 1

Conversation with the examiner. The examiner asks some general questions to each candidate in turn. Candidates respond to the examiner, giving factual or personal information.

Part 2

The examiner gives candidates some picture prompts on a topic, e.g., holidays, and candidates talk to each other, comparing, describing, and expressing opinions. 

Paper 1: Reading and Writing

Duration: 1 hour

Number of parts: 7 parts

Test takers use their keyboard and mouse to select, compose and submit their answers. In the Reading test, test takers can make notes, highlight text and review their answers. The Writing test includes an automatic word count feature, allowing candidates to easily track and edit their work.

Number of questions: 32 questions in total

Marks: 50% of total

 

Part 1 - Reading (6 questions - 1 mark for each correct answer)

Six short emails, notices, signs, or text messages and three sentences next to each one (A, B, C). Candidates have to choose which sentence matches the meaning of the email, notice, sign or text message.

Part 2 - Reading (7 questions - 1 mark for each correct answer)

Seven questions and three short texts on the same topic. Candidates have to match each question to one of the texts.

Part 3 - Reading (5 questions - 1 mark for each correct answer)

A longer text, for example, a simplified newspaper or magazine article and five multiple-choice questions with three options (A, B, C). Candidates have to choose the correct answer.

Part 4 - Reading (6 questions - 1 mark for each correct answer)

A short text with six numbered spaces and three words provided for each gap. Candidates have to decide which of the three words belongs in each gap.

Part 5 - Reading (6 questions - 1 mark for each correct answer)

Candidates have to fill in six gaps in a text or texts using single words. 

Part 6 - Writing (1 question - a maximum of 15 marks available)

Candidates have to write a message of 25 words or more (e.g., a note or email) in response to information given.   

Part 7 - Writing (1 question - a maximum of 15 marks available)

Candidates have to write a short story of 35 words or more based on three picture prompts.

Paper 2: Listening

Duration: 30 minutes, including 6 minute’ transfer time

Number of parts: 5 parts

For the Listening test, headphones with volume control help test takers listen comfortably and concentrate to perform the best of their abilities. Test takers use their mouse to select and submit their answers. 

Number of questions: 25 questions

Marks: 25% of total

 

Part 1 (5 questions - 1 mark for each correct answer)

There are five short recordings, each with a question and three images. Candidates listen to the text and choose the correct visual image.

Part 2 (5 questions - 1 mark for each correct answer)

Candidates should listen to a longer text, identify specific information and only write down ONE word in the gaps (a number, date, or a time) in note form.    

Part 3 (5 questions - 1 mark for each correct answer)

An informal conversation and five 3-option questions. Candidates have to listen to the conversation and choose the right answer (A, B or C) for each question.   

Part 4 (5 questions - 1 mark for each correct answer)

Five short monologues or dialogues, each with a scene setter, a question and three options. Candidates listen to the recording and choose the option which best answers each question.

Part 5 (5 questions - 1 mark for each correct answer)

A longer conversation between two people who know each other. Candidates have to match two lists of items by identifying simple information in the conversation.

Paper 3: Speaking

Duration: 8-10 minutes per pair of candidates

Format: 2 examiners - 2-3 candidates

Number of parts: 2 parts

The Speaking test is face-to-face, to help test takers develop real-world communication skills.

Marks: 25% of total

 

Part 1

Conversation with the examiner. The examiner asks some general questions to each candidate in turn. Candidates respond to the examiner, giving factual or personal information.

Part 2

The examiner gives candidates some picture prompts on a topic, e.g., holidays, and candidates talk to each other, comparing, describing, and expressing opinions. 

There are two stages in the rescoring process by Cambridge English:

Stage 1: Full clerical re-check

  • Application deadline: Within 20 calendar days from the date your results are announced
  • Result notification: Within 5 to 10 working days from the date of your rescoring application

Stage 2: Re-mark of all written papers

  • Application deadline: Within 40 calendar days from the date your results are announced
  • Result notification: Within 15 to 20 working days from the date of your rescoring application

Find information on the terms and conditions for having one or more sections of your test rescored.
 

 

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Language School Owners and teachers of English

The Hellenic American Union Center for Examinations and Certifications ships the Cambridge University Press & Assessment certificates as soon as the test developer makes them available.
We ship the certificates by courier service free of charge.

Certificates are sent to the Language School owner or teacher who registered the candidates.

Individual Candidates

As an individual candidate, you will receive your certificate via courier service free of service.

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