Spell Bee Competition (Summer) for Class 1

CREST International Spell Bee Summer for class 1

Spell Bee competition for class 1 is conducted each year for students to test their vocabulary, spelling and pronunciation in English. Spell Bee competition is a unique way to familiarize students with new words and vocabulary as they get exposed to root words. CREST Olympiads organizes the International Spell Bee Summer competition for class 1 students. The best part of the exam is that it consists of an audio round where candidates attempt to listen and write down the spelling correctly assigned to them. CREST Olympiads conducts online Spell Bee exams for class 1. It is one of the best ways to inherit the English language in kids.

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Eligibility Criteria for Class 1 Spell Bee Competition

a. There are two ways for candidates to enter the CREST International Spell Bee for class 1. They can enroll either through their schools or on their own (individually).

b. Students studying in schools that are affiliated with a recognized board such as CBSE, ICSE, IB, State Board, and so on can take part in the exam.

c. The examination is open to international candidates as well. Participants from 25+ countries appear for the exam.

d. The class 1 Spell Bee is completed in 2 levels.

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Benefits of Class 1 Spell Bee Competition

1. The importance of participating in the spelling bee Olympiad is that students obtain lexical competency, which allows them to thrive at reading and writing. CREST International Spell Bee Summer Olympiad for class 1 encourages kids to learn a wide variety of new English words.

2. Spelling Bee exam not only involves rote learning of words rather prepares students to have a more comprehensive understanding of words. It allows children to learn the definition, pronunciation and roots of the word.

3. Students will be able to improve a variety of cognitive abilities, including the capacity to handle pressure, by participating in the Spell Bee Olympiad for class 1. The learning process that goes along with the Spelling Bee is likely to improve children’s memory and allow them to acquire stronger learning skills, both of which can be quite beneficial in further education.

How to Apply for Spell Bee Competition for Class 1?

CREST International Spell Bee (Summer) registration for class 1 can be done by students on their own or by the school.

The school has to fill in the form present here: https://www.crestolympiads.com/register-school, and it will be contacted within 48 working hours with the next steps.

Students who register separately from school & want to appear for the online Spelling Bee exam for class 1 can follow these simple steps:
1. Go to the browser and copy-paste this link: https://www.crestolympiads.com/registration
2. The registration form pops up.
3. Fill in all the registration form details.
4. Select the exam at the bottom of the details filling section in the registration form you wish to appear in.
5. Read the instructions carefully.
6. Make the payment.
7. Registration is complete.

Note:

1. Spelling Bee Individual registrations by students are accepted.

2. Students who have not done registration through school will have to take exams from home. The individual participating should have a computer or laptop with a webcam and a good internet facility. The exam is monitored through a webcam.

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Spell Bee Competition Syllabus for Class 1

A solid understanding and knowledge of the Spell Bee syllabus for class 1 is one of the most important things a student must take in account before starting with the CREST Spell Bee Summer Olympiad preparation. The majority of the topics are comparable to those covered in school, but with a pinch of difficulty added.

The topics that are covered in the syllabus are animals, birds, body parts, adjectives, verbs, synonyms, antonyms, double-letter words, nouns, miscellaneous, speech, etc.

For Spell Bee words for class 1, students are advised to refer to Oxford Learner's Dictionary. This will be w.r.t spellings & meanings. Complete Spell Bee words list for class 1 is available on the syllabus page. 80% of the questions in the exam will be framed from the given word list for class 1.

Class 1 Spell Bee Marking scheme is available on the website. The marking scheme of different sections can be checked for Level 1 & Level 2.

Dates and Fee for Class 1 Spell Bee Competition

The exam dates for CREST International Spell Bee Competition (CSB) for Class 1 for the Academic Year 2023-24 are as given below:

Level 1 exam dates 5th Jul 2023
15th Jul 2023
Level 2 exam date 12th Aug 2023
Last date for registration It is advisable to register for the exam before June. 
Level 1 answer key dates 19th Jul 2023 - 20th Jul 2023
Level 2 answer key dates 22nd Aug 2023 - 23rd Aug 2023
Level 1 result date Generally, the results are announced within a month's time after the last answer key date
Level 2 result date Generally, the results are announced within a month's time after the last answer key date

Note: Check Olympiad exam dates for other CREST Olympiads subjects as well.

The exam fee is INR 225 for students studying and enrolling from India. For students studying and residing outside of India, the fee is country specific.

How to prepare for Class 1 Spell Bee Competition?

Spell Bee preparation for class 1 requires consistent efforts from students. To do well in the Spell Bee exam, students need to analyze the sample papers. To gain a competitive advantage, students must practice Spell Bee questions for class 1 while also comprehending the syllabus.

It is equally important to make a list of all the topics carrying more weightage in the exam and start studying them first. Learning to manage time efficiently during the preparation is essential for success. The above tips would surely help you succeed in the CREST International Spell Bee Summer Olympiad for class 1.

Class 1 Spell Bee competition sample papers pdf is available for students to access on the CREST Olympiads website.

To prepare for the Audio round, students must take 2 free practice tests. This will help students become familiar with the type of questions asked in the audio round of spell bee exam.

Preparation Material Link
Class 1 Spell Bee Competition (Summer) Sample Paper Check here
Class 1 Spell Bee Competition (Summer) Previous Year Paper Check here
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Cut-off & Answer Key for Class 1 Spell Bee Competition

The class 1 Spell Bee cut-off & rankings are generally released for students to understand the minimum marking criteria. This lets students know the minimum marks required to pass the examination. The cut-offs are out after the actual examination is conducted. Participants can take a look at the cutoff on the CREST Olympiads website.

The Spell Bee competition answer key for class 1 is released within one week after the examination is held. This way of offering students with the answer key enables them to understand their mistakes and rectify them in the coming exams. It also allows them to predict their scores before the actual declaration of the results. These answer keys can be checked on the dashboard of the website.

Results of Class 1 Spell Bee Competition

The Spell Bee class 1 results of CREST Olympiads are released within a month after the release of the last answer key date. Candidates can readily view these results by going to the official website and logging in with their individual credentials. In most cases, level 1 results are released in August.

Prizes for Spell Bee Competition

The students are recognized for their performance and it is one of the great ways to encourage them to do such great things again and again. CREST Olympiads awards top-performers of class 1 for their great accomplishment in CREST Olympiads Spelling Bee competition exam. Amazing awards worth USD 530,000 are given by CREST Olympiads to students. There are awards for 50% of the students. Check Olympiad prizes in detail.

Spell Bee Competition Class 1 FAQs

1. What are spelling words for 1st graders?

There are a variety of words that are covered in the class 1 syllabus for CREST International Spell Bee (Summer). A few of them are alligator, bear, bull, camel, cat, maize, milk, pasta, potato, rice, salad, salt, sandwich, artist, cook, dancer, dentist, doctor, driver, farmer, nurse, painter, pilot, etc. To get a better understanding of the Spell Bee words for grade 1, students are requested to visit the Spell Bee syllabus page of CREST Olympiads.

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