SPANISH EXAMS · SAY ZONTE!
Your A1 Spanish exam in El Zonte
See how far your Spanish has come.
Put your beginner Spanish into practice with our school’s A1 assessment. Discover your strengths, find out what to work on next and celebrate your progress.
A1 · Four language skills · In person at SAY ZONTE!
Your SAY ZONTE! school certificate
About 2.5 hours
The full exam takes three 50-minute lesson units.
No extra exam fee
Use three lessons from your purchased Spanish lesson package.
In El Zonte
Take the exam at our school. You can prepare online beforehand.
Four skills. One clear picture of your progress.
Our exam is designed with reference to CEFR level A1. It focuses on basic grammar, vocabulary and communication, such as introducing yourself, ordering food and asking for directions.
Reading
Understand simple written Spanish in everyday situations.
Listening
Follow basic spoken Spanish and pick out familiar information.
Writing
Express simple ideas using beginner vocabulary and sentence structures.
Speaking
Introduce yourself, answer everyday questions and interact in Spanish.
From preparation to results
1. Talk to your teacher
Tell us you would like to take the A1 exam. Your teacher can help you identify what to practise and when you feel ready.
2. Prepare and arrange a date
Work on the four skills in your lessons, then agree on an exam appointment with your teacher. Allow about 2.5 hours.
3. Review your progress
You usually receive your results on the same day or the following day. Use your scores to plan your next learning steps.
What do I need to pass?
60 / 100
Score at least 60% overall and at least 50% in each of the four parts.
Both requirements must be met. Reading, listening, writing and speaking all count.
Your SAY ZONTE! certificate
Your school certificate records the number of Spanish lessons you have taken and your score in each exam component.
This is a SAY ZONTE! assessment. Our school does not have official exam accreditation, and this certificate does not replace a DELE diploma or SIELE certification.
If you need official certification, check the requirements with Instituto Cervantes (DELE) or SIELE. Passing our exam does not guarantee a result in another exam.
A1 exam questions
Who is the A1 exam for?
It is for learners who want to assess their beginner Spanish and identify what to improve. We currently offer the SAY ZONTE! exam at A1 level.
How much preparation will I need?
Preparation time depends on your starting level, study habits and opportunities to use Spanish. Your teacher can help you plan your preparation and assess your readiness across all four skills. There is no fixed number of lessons that guarantees a pass.
Can I prepare online or take the exam online?
You can prepare with our teachers online or in El Zonte. The exam itself is only available in person at SAY ZONTE! in El Zonte.
Is the exam free?
There is no separate exam fee, but the exam uses three 50-minute lessons from your purchased package. Speak to the team about arranging it within your lessons.
How do I arrange my exam?
Speak to your Spanish teacher or contact our team. Together you can plan your preparation and agree on a date for the exam.
Ready for your next Spanish milestone?
Talk to us about the A1 exam and the preparation that fits your current level.