Oracy • ESOL Skills for Life • ESOL International
Qualifications that recognise oracy skills and evidence English language progress
At English Speaking Board (International) Ltd., our mission is to build confident speakers and listeners through the power of communication. We are dedicated to enhancing lives through English Language proficiency and excellent Oracy skills, enabling learners of all ages to achieve their aspirations.
We do this through our Oracy, ESOL Skills for Life and ESOL International qualifications, the majority of which are regulated by Ofqual, learner-focused assessment methodology and our fierce commitment to inclusion and accessibility.
We are an award-winning, external awarding organisation, and enjoy excellent relationships with government-funded, independent, charitable and private education providers in the UK and internationally.
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Oracy
EYFS through to Post 16
UK + International
Unique qualifications that develop authentic speaking, presentation, debating and group communication skills for learners of all ages.
Regulated by Ofqual at Level 1 and above
Learners assessed in supportive group settings
Specialist regulated pathways for learners with EAL and SEND
Ideal evidence aligned with Ofqual’s oracy expectations in its Inspection Framework
• Skills for everyday life
ESOL Skills for Life
Post 16
UK
Recognised ESOL Skills for Life qualifications for UK-based centres seeking a supportive external assessment model and practical delivery guidance.
Save hours of time for your tutors with external assessments
Personalised reports for all Speaking & Listening learners
Excellent tutor and learner sample materials
Complete support for a seamless transition
• Qualifications mapped to the CEFR
Oracy
11+ through to Post 16
UK + International
English language qualifications for UK and international centres looking for flexible assessment delivery options with clear progression.
UCAS Tariff Points available at Level 3
Secure online assessments with AI-powered live proctoring
Flexible, scalable delivery for international providers of all sizes
Mapped to the Common European Framework of Reference, regulated from B1 – C2.
• ESOL Skills for Life: GoExternal, GoESB
See what switching to ESB could save your centre
ESB International marks Reading and Writing assessments and assesses your Speaking & Listening learners, reducing the assessment burden on your tutors.
If external assessment looks like the right fit for your centre, request a personalised quote for your provision.
Indicative example. Assumes an existing ESOL provider switching from an awarding organisation that offers internally assessed qualifications. AY 2026/27 pricing. Speaking & Listening uses the £45 face-to-face rate for the indicative quote; online delivery is £40 per learner. A £520 minimum Speaking & Listening fee applies where relevant.
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