KET (A2 Key) Score Calculator
Enter your estimated section percentages to get an instant projected Cambridge English Scale score, grade band, and pass status.
Weighting used: Reading & Writing 50%, Listening 25%, Speaking 25%.
What this KET score calculator does
This calculator estimates your A2 Key (KET) result using your section percentages. It combines your scores based on official paper weightings and converts the result into an estimated Cambridge English Scale score.
If you are preparing for the exam, this gives you a fast way to answer practical questions like:
- “Am I likely to pass at A2?”
- “Which section is lowering my overall result?”
- “How much do I need to improve to move from Grade C to Grade B?”
How KET scoring works (simple version)
For A2 Key, each paper contributes a different percentage to your final score:
- Reading & Writing: 50%
- Listening: 25%
- Speaking: 25%
After weighting, your combined percentage is mapped to the Cambridge English Scale (approximately 100–150 for A2 Key). This page uses a straightforward linear estimate to give a realistic projection.
Estimated grade bands used in this calculator
| Scale Score | Result Band | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 140–150 | Grade A | Pass (strong A2 performance) |
| 133–139 | Grade B | Pass at A2 |
| 120–132 | Grade C | Pass at A2 |
| 100–119 | Below A2 pass | Typically reported as A1 level performance |
How to use your result for study planning
1) Identify your weakest section
Because Reading & Writing has the largest weight, small improvements there can create a bigger jump in your overall result. However, if one of the 25% sections is very low, it can still hold you back.
2) Set a target score
If your estimated score is close to 120, focus on consistent improvement rather than perfection. A jump of just 5–10 points in your weakest section can make a clear difference in the final projection.
3) Practice with timing
Many candidates know enough English but lose points due to pace and exam strategy. Train with time limits so your practice reflects test-day conditions.
Quick preparation checklist for A2 Key
- Do at least one full mock test per week.
- Review common grammar patterns at A2 level (present simple, past simple, basic future forms).
- Build vocabulary around everyday topics: work, travel, shopping, hobbies, health, and daily routines.
- Practice listening to short dialogues and announcements.
- Record speaking answers and review clarity, pronunciation, and fluency.
Important note
This tool provides an estimate, not an official score report. Final results are produced by Cambridge using full exam conversion processes. Still, for planning and progress tracking, this calculator is practical and accurate enough for most learners.