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A clear next step for every learner.

Schools, teachers, parents and students all have a part to play. Explore how to begin, what to prepare and where to find support.
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Your KGL pathway

One journey. Support at every step.

Choose the right level
Check the current entry requirements.
Follow your local route
Ask your school or Country Partner.
Prepare with confidence
Read the guidance for your stage.
Celebrate progress
Recognise effort and achievement.
Why it matters
Benefits
What to do
Resources
FAQ
Find your starting point

Turn interest into a meaningful challenge.

KGL gives young learners a structured opportunity to use their English, challenge themselves and celebrate progress. Participation begins with the right level and the right local information.
Start with your school or Country Partner. They can explain current entry requirements, registration arrangements and the guidance for your country.

Before you begin

1
Current eligibility
Check the current level and entry requirements before registering.
2
Your local contact
Contact your school or Country Partner for local information and support.
3
Registration guidance
Follow the registration steps provided for your country and check your candidate details.
4
Contest-day preparation
Read the latest official instructions for your stage and venue before contest day.
Benefits

More than a contest result.

A shared goal gives learners, families and educators a reason to celebrate progress.
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Purpose
Give English learning a meaningful goal.
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Recognition
Make effort and achievement visible.
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Perspective
Connect language learning with the wider world.
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Confidence
Encourage learners to trust their developing abilities.
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Progress
Create a positive next step at each stage.
What happens next?

A simple route from interest to participation.

Follow the local guidance provided by your school or Country Partner.
1
Check eligibility
Confirm the current level and entry requirements.
2
Contact your school
Find the authorised KGL route for your country.
3
Follow registration guidance
Complete the process and review candidate details.
4
Prepare and take part
Read the instructions for your stage and venue.
For you

Your role in the journey.

Schools

Bring your learning community together around a shared goal. Coordinate participation with your Country Partner and celebrate learners’ progress.
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Teachers

Help learners understand the challenge, choose the right level and approach contest day with confidence.
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Parents

Encourage your child’s curiosity and effort. Your school can explain eligibility, registration and practical arrangements.
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Students

Challenge yourself, use what you know and discover your next step. Ask your teacher how you can take part.
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Resources

The guidance you need, close at hand.

Explore useful information for your role and the next stage of the journey.
Downloads & ResourcesGuides for schools, families and partners.
Rules & EligibilityUnderstand the current participation framework.
Contact & SupportGet help with your next step.
Questions

Participation questions

Practical answers to help you take the next step.

Ask your school or Country Partner about the authorised route for your country.

Use the current CEFR-linked eligibility guidance before registration.

Encourage positive participation, read the school information and help learners prepare for contest day.

Visit Rules & Regulations, FAQ and Downloads & Resources, and follow updates from your coordinator.

Next step

Ready to begin your KGL journey?

Find the information and local support you need to take the first step.
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