Cambridge exams to prove your English level
Globally-recognised English qualifications that open doors to education, work and migration.
Course overview
Our Cambridge Exam preparation courses are designed to help you succeed with confidence. You’ll develop the language skills, and exam techniques and strategies needed to achieve the result you need.
Why choose Cambridge Exam Preparation
- Prepare for internationally recognised Cambridge qualifications (FCE & CAE)
- Study with approved exam centres in London and Canterbury
- Build confidence through real exam practice and past papers
- Learn effective strategies to maximise your exam score
How you will progress
Your teacher will assess your level regularly and provide clear feedback on your progress. Practice exams and focused exam tasks help you track improvement and target areas for development. Students can register for Cambridge exams directly through Stafford House Canterbury and London, official Cambridge exam application centres, for an additional exam fee.
Available courses
B2 First (FCE)
C1 Advanced (CAE)
Course objectives
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Identify the most appropriate Cambridge exam for your goals
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Build the language skills required for each exam paper
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Practice exam tasks using authentic materials
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Develop strategies to maximise your final score
You will learn
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Reading, writing, listening and speaking skills aligned to Cambridge exam standards
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Exam techniques and time-management strategies
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How Cambridge exams are marked and assessed
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How to approach each paper with confidence
Sample timetable
Lesson formats vary by location and intensity. Full timetables are available on request.
| Time | Monday – thursday | friday |
|---|---|---|
| 09:00 – 10.30 | Core Lessons | Core Lessons |
| 10:30 – 10:50 | Break | Break |
| 10:50 – 12:20 | Core Lessons | Core Lessons |
| 12:20 – 13:20 | Lunch | Lunch |
| 13:20 – 14:20 | Module 1 (Intensive) | Free Afternoon |
| 14:30 – 15:30 | Module 2 (Super Intensive) | |
| 15:45 – 16:45 | Module 3 (Super Intensive Plus) |
Cambridge Exam & Course Dates
Preparing for a Cambridge exam? Check our availability for courses and exams*.
| location | prep course | level required | start date | end date | duration | exam date | exam type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canterbury | FCE | B2 (Upper Intermediate) | 28 June 27 | 30 July 27 | 5 weeks | 29 July 27 | Paper |
| Canterbury | CAE | C1 (Advanced) | Starts every Monday | 30 July 27 | – | 30 July 27 | Paper |
| Cambridge | FCE | B2 (Upper Intermediate) | 28 June 27 | 30 July 27 | 5 weeks | 29 July 27 | Paper |
| Cambridge | CAE | C1 (Advanced) | Starts every Monday | 30 July 27 | – | 30 July 27 | Paper |
| London | FCE | B2 (Upper Intermediate) | 28 June 27 | 30 July 27 | 5 weeks | 29/30 July 27 | Digital |
| London | FCE | B2 (Upper Intermediate) | 2 August 27 | 27 August 27 | 4 weeks | 26/27 August 27 | Digital |
| London | CAE | C1 (Advanced) | Starts every Monday | – | – | Every Thursday/Friday in July and August | Digital |
– Students can join for less than 4 weeks as long as they have the right level
– Students can join for 9 weeks on the FCE London starting on the 28th of June
– An additional fee applies to late exam registrations (extra £60). The registration deadline is 4 weeks before the exam date.
– CAE/FCE Digital Exams in London may take place on the last Friday of each month or upon request. Additional dates for the summer period: 18 June, 25 June, 2 July, 9 July, 16 July, 23 July, 30 July, 6 August, 13 August, 20 August, 27 August. A minimum of 4 students is required.
Frequently asked questions
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