Discover Graded Examination for Spoken English (GESE)

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Practical classroom resources designed by GESE examiners to help you plan, prepare and deliver confident GESE exam preparation.

Created for teachers and centres preparing learners for GESE speaking exams.

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What’s inside the free GESE resources?

  • Ready-to-use GESE examiner test plans showing how speaking exams are structured
  • A sample GESE coursebook to help you plan and sequence exam preparation lessons
  • Clear insight into examiner expectations at different levels
  • Practical support to help learners feel confident and prepared for the exam
  • Materials designed to save you time and support effective classroom delivery

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These materials are informed by real examiner experience and created to support effective, learner-focused GESE preparation in the classroom.

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What is GESE?

Graded Examinations in Spoken English (GESE) are one-to-one speaking exams that assess real-world communicative ability. The exams are flexible, personalised and designed to reflect authentic language use, making them suitable for a wide range of learners and teaching contexts.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Learners of any age can take GESE, from young students to adults.

There’s no strict age limit; learners of all ages can take GESE at the grade that matches their English ability.

As a general guide:

  • Candidates taking Grade 1 must be at least 4 years old on the day of the exam.
  • Candidates taking Grade 2 must be at least 5 years old.
  • Higher grades can be taken by older children, teens, or adults as their skills progress.

GESE for Work is designed for learners aged 14 and above, focusing on real-world communication for professional contexts.

Exam length varies by grade, ranging from 5–25 minutes.

Yes. GESE is flexible and can be taken in person or online depending on your centre’s options.

You can assess your current language level against the specific requirements for each grade by reading the official GESE Exam Information booklet.

No. It’s the same GESE exam, but the conversation topics are tailored for school or work purposes.

Yes. There are free Trinity resources and suggested practice activities.

You receive a certificate and detailed feedback after the exam, showing progress and skills.

Yes. GESE demonstrates real-world English speaking and listening skills useful for school, higher education, or employment.

There’s no limit; learners can retake exams at higher grades or to improve their confidence and skills.

GESE is recognised by schools, institutions, and employers worldwide.

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