The A‐level course aims to develop the ability to use French for practical communication, whether in speech or writing. It also provides an insight into the structure of the language and the culture of the French‐speaking world. Students will study a wide variety of material in French, including magazine articles, television programmes, songs, films and literature. Lessons are delivered as much as possible in French but not exclusively. Discussion, individual research, film and literature, grammaƟcal exercises, listening, translaƟon and essay work are all undertaken and students work regularly either individually, in pairs or small groups with the French assistant. Students have regular access to the language lab and digital online resources. A visit to a French‐speaking country is advisable but not compulsory. We are happy to help to arrange such visits if needed.
Applicants who wish to join us in the Sixth Form have the opportunity to attend a Sixth Form Open Evening. They will then be invited into school to meet Mr Softley, our Assistant Head (Sixth Form & Futures), followed by an invitation to attend our Sixth Form Taster Day. An offer will be made subject to our entry requirements of at least 5 GCSEs grade 4 or above (including at least a 6/B grade in chosen A level subjects).
Paper 1: 2 hours 30 minutes: Exam testing listening, reading and translation skills. 40% of the A‐level grade. Paper 2: 2 hours: Exam. 2 essays in French, on books/ films studied during the course. 30% of the A‐level grade. Paper 3: 16‐18 minutes: A speaking test, comprising a discussion of a stimulus card and an individual research project carried out by the student. 30% of the A‐level grade. Students will have the option of taking AS French at the end of the two-year course as an alternative to the full A‐level.
About Education Provider
| Region | Yorkshire and the Humber |
| Local Authority | Leeds |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £35,295 - £35,490 |
| Sixth Form Fee | £11,700 - £16,500 |
| Address | Apperley Bridge, Bradford, BD10 0NR |
The A‐level course aims to develop the ability to use French for practical communication, whether in speech or writing. It also provides an insight into the structure of the language and the culture of the French‐speaking world. Students will study a wide variety of material in French, including magazine articles, television programmes, songs, films and literature. Lessons are delivered as much as possible in French but not exclusively. Discussion, individual research, film and literature, grammaƟcal exercises, listening, translaƟon and essay work are all undertaken and students work regularly either individually, in pairs or small groups with the French assistant. Students have regular access to the language lab and digital online resources. A visit to a French‐speaking country is advisable but not compulsory. We are happy to help to arrange such visits if needed.
Applicants who wish to join us in the Sixth Form have the opportunity to attend a Sixth Form Open Evening. They will then be invited into school to meet Mr Softley, our Assistant Head (Sixth Form & Futures), followed by an invitation to attend our Sixth Form Taster Day. An offer will be made subject to our entry requirements of at least 5 GCSEs grade 4 or above (including at least a 6/B grade in chosen A level subjects).
Paper 1: 2 hours 30 minutes: Exam testing listening, reading and translation skills. 40% of the A‐level grade. Paper 2: 2 hours: Exam. 2 essays in French, on books/ films studied during the course. 30% of the A‐level grade. Paper 3: 16‐18 minutes: A speaking test, comprising a discussion of a stimulus card and an individual research project carried out by the student. 30% of the A‐level grade. Students will have the option of taking AS French at the end of the two-year course as an alternative to the full A‐level.