IGCSE French
Comprehensive IGCSE French preparation for both Cambridge and Edexcel exam boards. Our expert tutors tailor lessons to your specific exam requirements and help you achieve your target grade from 1 to 9.
📋 Key IGCSE Information
Cambridge vs Edexcel IGCSE French
We support both exam boards and tailor our teaching to match your school's specific requirements.
Cambridge Assessment
- • More cultural content integration
- • Broader range of text types
- • Emphasis on communication skills
- • Popular in international schools
Edexcel (Pearson)
- • Structured grammar progression
- • Different assessment formats
- • Alternative speaking approach
- • Used by some UK-curriculum schools
Our tutors are qualified to teach both exam boards
Grading Scale
Grade 5 (C) is considered a "strong pass"
Exam Session
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Main Session: May - June
Written papers and speaking assessments -
Speaking: April - May
Conducted by visiting examiners
📝 Assessment Components
Paper 1: Listening (25%)
- • 45 minutes approximately
- • Multiple choice and structured questions
- • Authentic French audio materials
Paper 2: Speaking (25%)
- • 8-10 minutes per candidate
- • Role play and discussion
- • Picture-based conversation
Paper 3: Reading (25%)
- • 1 hour
- • Multiple choice, true/false, matching
- • Variety of text types and topics
Paper 4: Writing (25%)
- • 1 hour
- • Three compulsory questions
- • Lists, messages, and longer texts
Available Courses by Level
Pre-IGCSE Course
Year 9-10Foundation course designed to prepare students for IGCSE French. Perfect for beginners or those who need to strengthen their French basics before entering the official IGCSE program.
What You'll Learn:
- • Essential vocabulary and grammar
- • Basic conversation skills
- • Introduction to French culture
- • Exam technique foundations
Course Features:
- • Small class sizes (max 6 students)
- • Interactive learning methods
- • Regular progress assessments
- • Homework support included
IGCSE Prep Course
Year 11Intensive preparation course for students taking IGCSE French exams. Comprehensive coverage of all four assessment components with extensive practice using past papers and exam techniques.
Exam Preparation:
- • Listening comprehension practice
- • Speaking confidence building
- • Reading strategy development
- • Writing skills enhancement
Success Features:
- • Past paper practice sessions
- • Mock speaking examinations
- • Personalized feedback reports
- • Exam technique workshops
