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Find out how Primary 3 to 6 English Language exams are structured

Last updated 29 August 2026

Primary 3 & Primary 4 English Language Examination Format

P3 & P4 English

Paper 1 (50 min)	Composition * Picture Series * Picture Prompts with helping words
Paper 2 (1 hr 15 min)	Booklet A (MCQ) Assessment include language / vocabulary items in Companion Booklets and level Worksheets Booklet B (OE)
Paper 3 Listening Comprehension	* Picture Matching * Note-taking * Listening Comprehension
Paper 4 Oral	* Reading Aloud * Stimulus-based Conversation

Primary 5 & Primary 6 Standard English Language Examination Format

P5 & P6 Standard EL

Components	Weight
Paper 1: Situational and Continuous Writing	55 marks (27.5%)
Paper 2: Language Use and Comprehension	95 marks (47.5%)
Paper 3: Listening Comprehension	20 marks (10%)
Paper 4: Oral Communication	30 marks (15%)

Primary 5 and 6 Foundation English Language Examination Format

P5 & P6 Foundational English Language

Components	Weight
Paper 1: Situational and Continuous Writing	40 marks (26.7%)
Paper 2: Language Use and Comprehension	60 marks (40%)
Paper 3: Listening Comprehension	20 marks (13.3%)
Paper 4: Oral Communication	30 marks (20%)