Achievement Scale & Interpretation
POLY Languages Institute aligns its course levels with international proficiency standards to ensure clarity in student progress. The chart below compares POLY levels with CEFR, TOEFL iBT, TOEIC, and IELTS benchmarks.
| POLY Level | Duration | CEFR | TOEIC | TOEFL iBT | IELTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ESL Level 1 – Beginners | 8 weeks | A1 | N/A | N/A | ≤3.0 |
| Very limited English; can recognize and use simple words and phrases in familiar settings. | |||||
| ESL Level 2 – High Beginners | 8 weeks | A1/A2 | N/A | N/A | 3.0–3.5 |
| Beginning to use English for simple, structured interactions in daily life. | |||||
| ESL Level 3 – Low Intermediate | 8 weeks | B1 | 240 | 12 | 4.0 |
| Communicates in basic daily and social situations with growing confidence. | |||||
| ESL Level 4 – Intermediate | 8 weeks | B1/B2 | 410 | 22 | 4.5–5.0 |
| Developing independence in English use across familiar and some unfamiliar situations. | |||||
| ESL Level 5 – High Intermediate | 8 weeks | B2 | 600 | 45 | 5.5–6.0 |
| Proficient in general English; able to communicate effectively in a variety of real-world and professional contexts. | |||||
| ESL Level 6 – Advanced | 8 weeks | C1/C2 | 795 | 77 | 6.5–7.5 |
| Demonstrates advanced English proficiency; capable of functioning effectively in academic or professional English-speaking environments. | |||||
| TOEFL Prep | 16 weeks | C1/C2 | 795 | 77 | 6.5–7.5 |
| Demonstrates advanced English proficiency; capable of functioning effectively in academic or professional English-speaking environments. | |||||
Notes:
- CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference) serves as the foundation for this scale.
- TOEFL iBT, TOEIC, and IELTS scores are approximate equivalents based on publicly available concordance tables.
- Duration shown per level assumes successful completion in one term. Students may need to repeat levels based on individual performance.
- The TOEFL Preparation course is typically offered to students who complete Level 5 or 6.
