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English Language Proficiency

Progress through eight English proficiency levels. Level references are indicative and should be confirmed through placement and course assessment.

How to use this outline: The objectives and sample four-week lesson sequences are course-planning guides. Teachers adapt activities, pace, and assessment to class needs and placement results. Level and score references are indicative, not guaranteed exam results.
1 BeginnerDevelop first-step English for simple familiar exchanges.

Course Objective

Understand and use familiar expressions, give basic personal information, and respond to simple questions.

Target

Indicative CEFR A1 starting target.

Course Instructions

Use highly structured lessons, visuals, repeated listening, pronunciation models, and short supported speaking.

Sample Four-Week Lesson Outline

  1. Week 1: Greetings, names, spelling, and classroom expressions.
  2. Week 2: Numbers, time, family, and simple personal details.
  3. Week 3: Everyday objects, likes, and basic descriptions.
  4. Week 4: Daily routine words and short guided conversations.
2 ElementaryStrengthen everyday English for routine situations.

Course Objective

Understand common expressions, describe routines, and exchange simple information about familiar topics.

Target

Indicative CEFR A2 progression target.

Course Instructions

Practise dialogues, short readings, functional writing, and listening for key information.

Sample Four-Week Lesson Outline

  1. Week 1: Daily routines, frequency, and time expressions.
  2. Week 2: Shopping, food, quantities, and polite requests.
  3. Week 3: Places, directions, transport, and local information.
  4. Week 4: Short emails/messages and practical role-plays.
3 Pre-IntermediateBuild connected communication beyond short routine exchanges.

Course Objective

Describe past events, explain plans, and write connected short texts about familiar subjects.

Target

Indicative A2 to B1 progression target.

Course Instructions

Use task-based speaking, vocabulary recycling, grammar in context, and guided paragraph writing.

Sample Four-Week Lesson Outline

  1. Week 1: Past events and sequencing a short narrative.
  2. Week 2: Plans, arrangements, and future expressions.
  3. Week 3: Comparing options and giving reasons.
  4. Week 4: A connected paragraph, listening review, and paired role-play.
4 IntermediateDevelop independent communication across familiar social and study situations.

Course Objective

Understand the main points of clear language and produce connected speech and writing on familiar topics.

Target

Indicative CEFR B1 target.

Course Instructions

Balance the four skills with regular vocabulary review, peer discussion, and corrective feedback.

Sample Four-Week Lesson Outline

  1. Week 1: Experiences, narratives, and time reference.
  2. Week 2: Opinions, explanations, and supporting examples.
  3. Week 3: Listening for gist and detail; reading for evidence.
  4. Week 4: Short presentation and organized opinion writing.
5 Intermediate PlusExtend B1 skills toward more detailed discussion and academic readiness.

Course Objective

Compare viewpoints, support an argument, and summarize information from short sources.

Target

Indicative B1+ to B2 transition target.

Course Instructions

Use guided debates, structured notes, source summaries, and revision of written work.

Sample Four-Week Lesson Outline

  1. Week 1: Comparing viewpoints and making supported claims.
  2. Week 2: Academic vocabulary and summarizing short texts.
  3. Week 3: Problem-solving discussion and proposing solutions.
  4. Week 4: Short report and group presentation with feedback.
6 Upper-IntermediateUse English flexibly for longer academic and professional tasks.

Course Objective

Understand detailed texts and discussions, explain ideas clearly, and write organized extended responses.

Target

Indicative CEFR B2 target.

Course Instructions

Combine source-based tasks, seminar discussion, formal writing, and independent editing.

Sample Four-Week Lesson Outline

  1. Week 1: Reading for argument, stance, and supporting evidence.
  2. Week 2: Formal email and report organization.
  3. Week 3: Listening to extended talks and structured note-taking.
  4. Week 4: Presentation, follow-up discussion, and writing revision.
7 AdvancedRefine advanced comprehension and clear, effective expression.

Course Objective

Understand complex material and communicate detailed ideas with control and appropriate register.

Target

Indicative CEFR C1 target.

Course Instructions

Use challenging texts, seminar-style discussion, presentations, and detailed language feedback.

Sample Four-Week Lesson Outline

  1. Week 1: Evaluating arguments and recognizing tone.
  2. Week 2: Synthesizing information from multiple short sources.
  3. Week 3: Persuasive writing, cohesion, and register.
  4. Week 4: Advanced presentation and individual language review.
8 Advanced PlusDevelop precision and flexibility for demanding language situations.

Course Objective

Synthesize complex information, express nuanced positions, and adapt style to context.

Target

Indicative C1+ to C2 mastery target; confirm through assessment.

Course Instructions

Use independent research, nuanced discussion, editing, and integrated capstone tasks.

Sample Four-Week Lesson Outline

  1. Week 1: Nuance, stance, and precise vocabulary choices.
  2. Week 2: Source synthesis and complex argument structure.
  3. Week 3: Register, style, and advanced editing.
  4. Week 4: Capstone presentation and reflective portfolio review.

Self-assessment guide

CEFR, IELTS & DET Score Estimator

Select the English level that best reflects your current ability. The estimator gives broad reference ranges for IELTS and the Duolingo English Test (DET) to help choose an SCBI course.

Estimates are for course guidance only. IELTS and CEFR are not exact equivalents, and official DET, IELTS, or CEFR results require the relevant assessment.

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