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This unique Secondary EAL Placement Test is designed specifically to quickly and accurately determine the English level of 11–17-year-old learners entering UK and international schools.

Most EAL assessments rely on awkward grammar drills that fail to capture a learner’s true ability, and often assume prior knowledge of English. The Secondary EAL Placement Assessment starts from first principles, giving every student an equal footing.

It uses four integrated modules – Listening, Speaking, Reading, and Writing – mirroring how language is naturally acquired and providing a complete picture of real-world communication skills. Grounded in natural language acquisition, not box-ticking grammar exercises.

Why This EAL Placement Test Stands Out
• First in the field – addresses the urgent need for rapid, accurate assessment of newly arrived EAL learners.
• Swift, reliable results – from complete beginners to near-native proficiency.
• Practical and classroom-ready – focuses on what learners can actually do in real school contexts.
• Age-appropriate – accessible tasks tailored for secondary learners (11–17).
• Teacher-friendly – includes sample responses, marking checklists, and clear guidance for same-session feedback.
• Flexibile delivery, the assessment is divided into four integrated modules. These can be administered:
1. separately across multiple days
2. or as a complete assessment in a single sitting

Expertly Designed Prompts
•Progressive difficulty – from simple personal facts to nuanced argumentation.
• Relatable topics – safe and inclusive for refugees, international students, and Third Culture Kids.
• No cultural bias – accessible to learners from all backgrounds.

Perfect For
• Initial placement interviews
• School admissions processes
• EAL departments supporting integration into mainstream classes
• Tracking progress from arrival to proficiency

Clear, Confident Placement Decisions
By the end of the test, you will know:
• What your student can already do in English
• What language support is needed
• Whether they’re ready for the mainstream curriculum

Purpose: A rapid, observable tool to guide placement decisions during initial assessment, bridging the gap between admissions and effective classroom integration.

Creating an assessment like this from scratch would take weeks of planning, writing, and trialling — this pack gives you the complete, tested version at an affordable price.

Created by: An EAL specialist with 30 years’ classroom experience. Practical, inclusive, and proven to work.