Caledonian School

LTE

London Tests of English

 

LTE is an international language exam in English for everyday communication

Caledonian School is an accredited testing centre for LTE.


What are the LTE language exams?
Pearson Language Assessments offer language exams based on communication which asses and evaluate the use of English.

Whatever your reasons for learning English may be, LTE language exams can satisfy various needs of all students. Candidates can start with the stage that best corresponds to their level of English and they can move up as they improve their knowledge and skills.

What is the goal of the LTE language exams?

LTE asses and evaluates positive, gradual successes at learning English. The tests were designed to motivate the learners and to serve the candidates, schools, parents and teachers as constructive feedback. The feedback will point at the weak places in the areas where candidates did not reach the required level.


What are the advantages of the LTE language exams?

  • they check the practical skills of using the language
  • focus more on communication than on vocabulary and grammar
  • there is no separate grammar part (grammar is evaluated with the language skills)
  • it is not necessary to attend a special preparatory course or learn specific exam techniques as it is with the Cambridge exams
  • less expensive than the Cambridge exams
  • they are recognised by many universities, employers, and Ministries of Education all over the world as evidence of mastering a certain language level

 

For which language levels are LTE exams suitable?

There are six stages of LTE language exams. They correspond with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

Level Communicative level Approximate number of lessons Duration of the exam Common European Reference Frame (CERF)
A1 Foundation 80 - 120 1h 15min A1
1 Elementary 180 - 200 1h 30min A2
2 Intermediate 350 - 400 1h 35min B1
3 Upper Intermediate 500 - 600 2h B2
4 Advanced 700 - 800 2h30min C1
5 Proficiency 1000 - 1200 2h 55min C2


What do LTE exams consist of?

LTE international exams have two parts:

  • Written part– including listening, reading comprehension, and writing
  • Oral exam

The written part tests listening, reading comprehension and writing. It is marked and evaluated by independent external examiners in Great Britain with the revolutionary on-line system of grading called e-pen.
The oral exam is evaluated by trained/accredited local examiners. To maintain the quality of grading, the oral exam is recorded and sent to Great Britain.


When do I have to register for the LTE international exam?
It is necessary to register for the LTE international exam at least 4 weeks before the exam. It is also possible to register later – in this case, there is an additional fee. You can find more information in the Current dates and prices of exams organized by us section.


When will I receive results?
Each candidate will receive the results of the LTE exam within 6 weeks of taking the exam. Candidates will obtain a certificate one week after receiving the results.

On the certificates, performance of the candidates is evaluated by the following:

  • Distinction
  • Merit
  • Pass


Who is LTE recognized by?

 
When can I take the LTE international exam?
Exams take place on announced days in May, June, and December. You can find current dates of the exams in the Current Dates and Prices section.

LTE international exams are respected and recognized in many countries all over the world by
- universities
- employers
- Ministries of Education
- many organizations in the Czech Republic (accreditation from the Ministry of Education of the Czech Republic is awaited)

You can find more information at www.pearsonlanguageassessments.com.