To make it comfortable for Kasper and David to attend school, they should have achieved the English Proficiency level representative for Junior High.

Target levels of English language proficiency

The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) differentiates the following proficiency levels. It was originally designed for adults.

It doesn’t represent the progression of a child, which can be demotivating (cite).

Proficiency levels for kids and teens - from Cezch Republich British Council

Parents support.

The British Council targets the following levels with their English for kids and teens courses. They also support parents in teaching their children English (booklet).

Cambridge Assessment - Help your child learn English

Testing

A2 level activities for kids

Courses

Primary Plus - British Council course

See Indian’ British Council site.

Learning outcomes:

• lower primary: 7-8 year olds
• upper primary: 9-10 year olds

Secondary Plus - British Council course

See Indian’ British Council site.

Learning outcomes:

• 11-12 year olds
• 13-14 year olds