Key Features of CREST International Spell Bee (Summer) - CSB: 

• The assessments are curated by a team of English language experts. 
  
• India’s first online proctored Spell Bee exam.
• Online Rapid Fire Round to test spelling efficiency. 
  
• The exam consists of two levels.
• Objective-type test to be completed within 60 minutes.
• Oxford Learner’s Dictionary is the standard reference for meanings and spellings.
• If a word is not found in the dictionary, it is considered non-existent. 

Exam Format: 

CSB Olympiad Highlights:

1 to 8

Conducted for Grades

Online

Mode of Examination

Registration Mode

Individually and through schools

60 minutes

Exam Duration:

Question Type

MCQs + Audio-Based Questions

Levels of Examination

2 levels

Eligibility Criteria for CSB Level 1 

• Open to students of grades 1-8.
  

• Students from CBSE, ICSE, IB, State Board, or any recognized board can participate.

• Students from more than 60 countries participate in CSB.

Eligibility Criteria for CSB Level 2

• Qualification for Level 2 depends on marks obtained in Level 1. 
  

Why Participate in the CREST International Spell Bee? 

• Builds confidence in spelling, pronunciation, and meaning comprehension.
  
• Enhances word recognition skills through an engaging and structured format.
• Prepares students for competitive exams like SAT, IELTS, TOEFL, and Olympiads.
• Focuses on listening, phonetics, and application-based spelling rather than rote memorization.

Difference Between Traditional Spell Bee & CREST Spell Bee 

CREST International Spell Bee (Summer)

Traditional Spell Bee

• Focus on grade-specific vocabulary & usage
  
• Conducted online with proctored monitoring
  
• Evaluates spelling, meanings & pronunciation
• 2 full-length practice papers provided  
  
  

• Focus on dictionary-based memorization
• Conducted offline (Pen & Paper)
• Only spelling-focused
• No online practice resources
    
  
  

How to Register for CREST International Spell Bee? 

For Schools: 

• Schools receive registration forms and prospectuses. 
• Schools must submit completed registration forms before the due date.
• Schools interested can email info@crestolympiads.com.

For Individual Participants:

• Students can register online directly on the official website.
• Visit the Olympiad registration link. 
  
• Fill in the required details.
• Select the subject.
• Make the payment.
• Complete registration! 
  

Syllabus & Exam Pattern for CSB 

The CREST International Spell Bee syllabus is designed grade-wise for grades 1-8, covering spelling patterns, meanings, phonetics, synonyms, antonyms, homophones, prefixes, suffixes, and word origins.