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EIKEN Foundation Publishes 'Integrated Report 2026'—Shifting from 'Measuring' to 'Supporting,' New Grades 6 and 7, and a ¥100 Fee Cut
Related terms: 英語学習 言語能力の評価 CEFR
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The Society for Testing English Proficiency (EIKEN Foundation) published its Integrated Report 2026, indicating a shift in policy from 'measuring' learning to 'supporting' it. Starting with the third test session of the 2026 academic year, new Grades 6 and 7 for upper-elementary school students will be introduced, and exam fees will be cut by ¥100 across all grades. In fiscal 2025, 4.54 million people applied for the exam, with S-CBT applications up 115% year-on-year, reflecting a changing approach to assessment.
Explanation
The Society for Testing English Proficiency (EIKEN Foundation) published its Integrated Report 2026, indicating a shift in policy from 'measuring' learning to 'supporting' it. Starting with the third test session of the 2026 academic year, new Grades 6 and 7 for upper-elementary school students will be introduced, and exam fees will be cut by ¥100 across all grades. In fiscal 2025, 4.54 million people applied for the exam, with S-CBT applications up 115% year-on-year, reflecting a changing approach to assessment.
Source: digitalpr.jp