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Get Ready for the Oxford Test of English tests

The Oxford Test of English suite of proficiency tests are affordable, personalized tests that fit you. 100% online, they are flexible, fast and available at Approved Test Centres worldwide. Plus, they're the only English proficiency tests certified by the University of Oxford.

You can use the resources provided below to help you prepare for each test, alongside your course materials. These resources will also give you an understanding of the format of the Oxford Test of English, Oxford Test of English for Schools and Oxford Test of English Advanced, and the type of questions asked in each test, so you know what to expect.

To find out more about the appropriate level for you, speak to your teacher or a local Approved Test Centre.

The Practice Tests allow you to become familiar with the question types in the Oxford Test of English, Oxford Test of English for Schools and Oxford Test of English Advanced and with the format of each test. They should be used with the relevant audio files and audio scripts (for Speaking and Listening), explanatory answer keys (for Listening and Reading) and model answers (for Speaking and Writing).

The audio files include pauses and preparation times that match those in the real test.

The answer key provides explanations as to why answers are correct or not for Listening and Reading, as well as model answers for Speaking and Writing.

Please note that performance on these practice tests may only provide a rough indication of how you might expect to do in the real test. They have been adapted for self-study or classroom use without a computer, and they are not adaptive like the real tests. They are available at different levels of the test and can be photocopied for class use.

Oxford Test of English Practice Tests

A2 Practice test 1

A2 Practice test 2

B1 Practice test 1

B1 Practice test 2

B2 Practice test 1

B2 Practice test 2

Oxford Test of English for Schools Practice Tests

A2 Practice Test

A2 Practice Test 2

B1 Practice Test

B1 Practice Test 2

B2 Practice Test 1

B2 Practice Test 2

Oxford Test of English Advanced Practice Tests

C1 Practice Test 1

C1 Practice Test 2

Introducing the Oxford Test of English Advanced

An overview of the Oxford Test of English Advanced

Introducing the Oxford Test of English Advanced

What is mediation and how is it assessed in the Oxford Test of English Advanced

What is mediation and how is it assessed in the Oxford Test of English Advanced

Module walkthrough videos for the Oxford Test of English Advanced:

Speaking

Module walkthrough videos for the Oxford Test of English Advanced: Speaking

Listening

Module walkthrough videos for the Oxford Test of English Advanced: Listening

Reading

Module walkthrough videos for the Oxford Test of English Advanced: Reading

Writing

Module walkthrough videos for the Oxford Test of English Advanced: Writing

Practice the skills and strategies you need to achieve your best result in the Oxford Test of English Advanced.

This free online course is divided into modules to support each of the four skills – Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking. Each module provides interactive practice with instant feedback on answers. Short video clips familiarize test takers with the format of the tasks and test hints build students’ confidence ahead of test day.

Access the free online preparation course here.

Oxford Test of English and Oxford Test of English for Schools

You can also prepare for the Speaking and Writing modules by taking a look at our Speaking and Writing Tips. (Don’t forget to use the soundbites for extra study practice!)

Speaking Tips

Speaking Tips (PDF, 1MB)

Audio files (ZIP, 57MB)

Oxford Test of English Advanced

You can also use the following sample tests to prepare for the Oxford Test of English, Oxford Test of English for Schools and Oxford Test of English Advanced. These are designed to give you an understanding of the format of the tests and the types of questions you might encounter.

Oxford Test of English

Oxford Test of English for Schools

Oxford Test of English Advanced

Taking a test online is a different experience to traditional paper-based tests. It’s faster, easier to navigate, and tests you on skills you’re likely to use every day. But don’t just take our word for it!

Try our online demos to familiarize yourself with how it feels to take a test online, and the types of questions you might encounter when you take the Oxford Test of English, Oxford Test of English Advanced or the Oxford Test of English for Schools.

Please note:

  • By accessing a demo you are not registering for the test.
  • You will not get results or a certificate.
  • Each demo is free to use as many times as you want.
  • You can close the demo at any point. You do not have to answer all of the questions.
  • Do you have any special requirements? You can view options on our test takers page.

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