What is the STAMP 4Se Assessment?
STAMP 4Se is a web-based test designed to evaluate a student’s progress in learning a second language. This adaptive assessment allows students to demonstrate their proficiency in reading, writing, listening, and speaking the language they are learning. The test includes four sections and typically takes about 120 minutes to complete.
| Reading Section | Writing Section | Listening Section | Speaking Section |
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-24 multiple-choice questions. -Takes 25-30 minutes |
-1 Sample and 2 test questions. -Takes about 15 minutes |
-24 multiple-choice questions -Takes 25-30 minutes |
-1 Sample and 2 test questions -Takes about 15 minutes |
Test takers may achieve the following benchmark levels:
– Reading and Listening sections – 1-9 (Novice-Low through Advanced-High).
– Writing and Speaking sections – 1-8 (Novice-Low through Advanced-Mid).
Please refer to the STAMP Benchmarks and Rubric guide for more information.
Students can test only once per school year for the STAMP assessment. Testing is FREE to prospective students and will be administered at 4550 River Green Parkway, Suite 100, Duluth, Georgia 30096.
YHALE will provide laptops for testing.
How do I register for the STAMP assessment?
Step 1: Fill out the Test Request Form to schedule a testing session.
Step 2: When your testing session is confirmed, you will receive an email regarding the test date and other test details.
Step 3: Take the STAMP 4Se assessment on our school campus. Read the Test Taker Guide before the test.
Step 4: YHALE will email parents/guardians once the STAMP 4Se scores are received.
What are the required passing scores for each grade level?
Students entering Kindergarten and first grade are not required to take the STAMP assessment. All students entering or transferring to YHALE in grades 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, or 8th must meet the Required Score by Section OR the Required Composite Score for the grade level for which they are applying.
We encourage prospective students to take the Avant STAMP 4Se Sample Test (Korean or Mandarin for Grade 7 & Below) prior to registering for a test. The results from the sample test are a good indication of how your child may perform on the actual test. All scores are final. Any student who meets the proficiency qualifications and submits an application will be offered a seat at YHALE if/when one becomes available.
After receiving a passing score on the STAMP assessment, create a Lotterease account. From your Lotterease account you can create, submit, and track the status of your application. If selected, our Enrollment Specialist will assist you through the final steps and review your submitted documentation. If selected, our Enrollment Specialist will assist you through the final steps and review your submitted documentation.
Can my child be exempted from the Target Language Proficiency Requirement?
Applicants for 2nd grade or above can only be exempted if they meet the following criteria:
1. The student has received the same grade-level education fully in the target language (Korean or Mandarin Chinese) and can provide their school transcripts as proof.
2. The student was previously enrolled at YHALE, but transferred back to YHALE within 90 calendar days.
Please complete our Exempt Form, if your child meets one of the criteria listed above.
Who do I contact if I need more information?
If you have any questions regarding the our Target Language Proficiency Requirement, please contact Ji Ma at [email protected].
