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French

at Ripley St Thomas Church of England Academy, Lancaster · school or sixth form

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

The A level French course aims to prepare you for University studies should you wish. It develops all of your language skills as well as your research and independent learning skills and gives you an insight into the language and the culture of France. It is a challenging but rewarding course. All skills are assessed at the end of Year 13. All of the language skills are practised in class – listening, reading, speaking and writing – and classes are conducted mainly in French. A range of activities is offered including group and pair work, in-depth grammar practice and use of online resources, independent work and regular assessment.

What you need to get on

Sixth Form Entry Requirement plus GCSE French – Grade 6

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

  • Ripley St Thomas Church of England Academy

    Ashton Road, Lancaster, LA1 4RS

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Lancaster

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