The test design of GEPT Kids
The GEPT Kids test is designed as a comprehensive assessment tool that tests whether beginners can comprehend and communicate in basic English. Instead of assessing whether candidates can use correct forms of English vocabulary, grammar, or pronunciation, communication is more important (with the focus on meaning rather than form). GEPT Kids is aligned with CEFR A1 level. Candidates are encouraged to take a CEFR A2 level test such as the Elementary level GEPT in the future once they have achieved a higher level of English proficiency.
Test Content
Grammar: basic grammar concepts and simple syntactic structures commonly used in teaching materials. (e.g., singular/plural nouns, comparatives, the simple present tense)
Vocabulary: approx. 600 words selected from the wordlist of the Grade 1-9 Curriculum Guidelines (MoE, 2008) and commonly used teaching materials in elementary schools in Taiwan.
Main skill focus
Overall
Using basic English to communicate in daily life or the school context with teachers and classmates.
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ListeningUnderstanding spoken English, such as common words, phrases, and simple sentences related todaily life, and instructions given in the school context.
Understanding conversations about familiar topics at a slow speed. -
SpeakingSaying common words related to daily life.
Reading simple sentences aloud.
Using simple sentences to introduce things and people.
Responding to questions related to daily life. -
ReadingReading basic words, phrases, and sentences.
Understanding signs, short notices, short passages, and letters commonly seen in daily life. -
WritingSpelling common words often appearing in daily life or the school context.
Writing simple sentences.
