French
at Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith, Penrith · school or sixth form
What the college says
We will study technological and social change, and look at diversity and multiculturalism and the benefits and issues they bring. You will study highlights of French-speaking artistic culture, including art, music, architecture and cinema. You will learn about political engagement, how the political landscapes of France were formed and who wields political power in the French-speaking world. You will explore the influence of the past on present-day French-speaking communities. Throughout your studies, you will learn the language in the context of French-speaking countries and the issues and influences which have shaped them. You will study texts and film and have the opportunity to carry out independent research on an area of your choice.
What you need to get on
Grade A in GCSE French
How you are assessed
Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.
What this level means
The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith
Ullswater Road, Penrith, CA11 7EG
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Penrith
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