The Japan Association for the Promotion of English for Children
The JAPEC English Proficiency Test for Children
The JAPEC English Proficiency Test for Children
is run by the JAPEC Testing Committee, which
consists of specialists on English language
education for children. It aims to make
correct evaluations from an objective standpoint
regarding the English communication abilities
of children, with emphasis on listening and
speaking abilities, by using a listening test
and a speaking test based on scientifically
established attainment goals by grades.
Since the JAPEC English Proficiency Test for Children was first administered in 1979,
many children have taken up the challenge
of Grades 1 to 6 in various test venues all
over Japan. Truly practical English
that can be useful in the international community
is continually increasing in importance,
and the JAPEC English Proficiency Test for Children,
with the longest history of tests of
its kind in Japan, is widely supported by
many teachers and highly regarded by children,
receiving high social recognition as a unique
and authoritative test.
Test Administration Outline
| Administration period: | Every year, from October 1st to March 31st of the following year | |
| Test fees per child: | Grade6 \2,300 Grade4 \2,600 Grade2 \2,900 |
Grade5 \2,300 Grade3 \2,600 Grade1 \2,900 |
| Eligibility: | There are no particular eligibility requirements for children taking this test. | |
| Test venues: | As a basic rule, the test will be administered
at a classroom that participates in the
Test. All classrooms teaching English to
toddlers and older students (in elementary
and middle schools) are eligible for participation. Regional test centers are set up in Tokyo and Osaka every year, and public testing is conducted. Participation is possible for individuals as well as for classrooms and groups. (Test are held in February or March.) |
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| How to sign up for participation: | Please request information material using the form provided below, or by postcard, phone or fax. We will then mail you the material you need to prepare for the test. | |
| Information material request form | ||
