The Global Scale of English

Global Scale of English

The Global Scale of English (GSE) motivates learners and builds their confidence by helping them understand their English language abilities precisely and accurately. The GSE is the intelligence powering every element of our learning programs. It is our number one offering for all of our Pearson English community.

It results from extensive global research, going beyond other language measurement tools, such as the CEFR, to provide unparalleled insights into learners’ skills with individual and overall scores.

Learners can have total confidence in their skill level by pinpointing reading, writing, listening and speaking skills on the simple 10-90 scale. And, with detailed learning objectives for every point on the scale, learners can advance their abilities with a highly personalized learning pathway.

Watch our short video to find out more about the GSE.

Privacy and cookies
By watching, you agree Pearson can share your viewership data for marketing and analytics for one year, revocable upon changing cookie preferences. Disabling cookies may affect video functionality. More info...

Why choose the GSE?

  • For learners of all ages, from pre-primary through to adults
  • For professional, academic and general English language applications
  • One simple scale, one path from course to assessment and certification
  • Shows incremental progress to motivate and build confidence

Learners

Get detailed insights into current skills, measure them as they grow, and confidently build a personalized learning path.

Educators

Confidently place learners, create optimal personalized learning pathways, and check their development against trusted, detailed, easy-to-use frameworks.