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The next step in your child’s English journey—building confidence and expanding skills
Cambridge English: Movers, also known as Young Learners English (YLE) Movers, is the second of three Cambridge English Young Learners tests designed for children aged 8-11. It’s the perfect next step for children who have completed Starters or have similar English language skills.
Movers encourages children to communicate in more situations and builds on the foundation established at Starters level. Every child receives a certificate with shields showing their achievement—there is no pass or fail!
Every child receives a certificate showing their achievement with shields (1-5 per skill)
The natural progression after Starters, maintaining motivation
Tests more extensive vocabulary and longer texts than Starters
Practical English for everyday communication
Encourages children to use English more independently
Part of the prestigious Cambridge English pathway
Sets foundation for the highest Young Learners level
At Movers level, children will be able to:
But don’t worry! The test remains fun, engaging, and child-friendly with colorful materials and encouraging activities.
Cambridge English Young Learners consists of three progressive levels:
The beginning — introducing basic English
The middle step—expanding skills and confidence ⭐ You are here!
The highest Young Learners level—preparing for adult Cambridge exams
Each level builds on the previous one, creating a clear, motivating learning path for children.
Understanding the Flyers test structure
Duration: 30 minutes
Parts: 6 parts / 40 questions
Content:
Tests reading comprehension and basic writing with engaging stories and pictures
Duration: 30 minutes
Parts: 5 parts / 25 questions
Content:
Engaging listening activities with clear recordings and fun tasks
Duration: 5-7 minutes
Format: One-on-one with a friendly examiner
Parts:
A friendly conversation using colorful pictures and familiar topics
Traditional format using paper, pencils, and crayons. Children enjoy hands-on activities including coloring and drawing!
Interactive format on computer with engaging on-screen activities. Children use a mouse or keyboard to click, drag, type, and interact with colorful graphics.
Same difficulty, same content, same certificate. The Speaking test is always face-to-face with a trained examiner. Choose the format your child prefers.
If choosing the digital format, please ensure your device meets these requirements:
Minimum 1024x768px
Maximum 100%
Maximum 125%
Only one monitor (no multi-monitor setup)
PC, laptop, or Chromebook
Note: Please test your device before exam day to ensure it meets these requirements.
There is no pass or fail for Young Learners Movers. Every child who takes the exam receives a certificate showing what they can do in English. This positive approach builds confidence and encourages continued learning.
Children receive 1 to 5 shields for each skill (Reading & Writing, Listening, Speaking). The shields show how well they performed:
| Shield System | Description |
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Excellent! All or nearly all questions answered correctly |
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Very good performance at Movers level |
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Good understanding of Movers level |
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Shows progress and developing skills |
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Still building skills at this level |
Ready to progress to Flyers level!
Can move to Flyers or practice more at Movers level
Benefit from additional practice at Movers level before moving forward
Remember: Every shield represents achievement and progress. Use the results to celebrate accomplishments and identify areas for further practice.
This helpful video explains how to understand your child’s Young Learners results and what they mean for their English learning journey.
Resources and tips to help your child succeed
Access comprehensive preparation materials from Cambridge Assessment English:
Complete preparation resources for the traditional paper-based test format.
Preparation materials specifically for the computer-based test format.
Let your child try official sample tests to get familiar with the exam format:
Includes Reading & Writing and Listening practice activities
Recommended resources for Movers level:
Make learning English fun and interactive:
Recommended study approach:
If your child completed Starters, build on that foundation with more complex activities
Practice describing picture stories and sequences—this is important for Movers
Introduce new words through themes like family, school, sports, animals, and food
Encourage writing simple sentences, messages, and short descriptions
Play English audio stories, podcasts for kids, and educational videos
If possible, arrange English practice sessions with other children
Praise effort and progress, celebrate small victories
Regular short sessions are better than occasional long ones
Practice English during daily activities like shopping, cooking, or traveling
Help your child develop these important Movers-level skills:
Simple stories, descriptions, and short letters
Answers to questions, short messages, simple descriptions
Understanding what people say in everyday situations
Describing picture sequences and creating simple narratives
Simple likes, dislikes, and preferences
Talking about things that happened
Continue your child’s English language journey with Cambridge English Young Learners
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