French A-Level
at Pimlico Academy, London · school or sixth form
Ofsted rated their post-16 provisionStrong standard2026see the detail
What the college says
Develop in students a range of practical skills, which enable them to understand and communicate in French. Foster an awareness and understanding of the cultural, social, commercial and political background in French-speaking countries. Instil appropriate study skills, so that students are equipped to further their communicative ability. Allow students to complement their other studies by pursuing selected areas of interest in greater depth and to develop personal, independent responses to them.
What you need to get on
Students must achieve grade 6 or above in French. Excellent grammatical knowledge required.
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
Pimlico Academy
Lupus Street, London, SW1V 3AT
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