Preparing for My A-Level French Exam at ACCORD Paris: A Success Story
By Nigel, an English student who studied French at ACCORD Paris
My name is Nigel, and I’m an English student who last year spent two incredible weeks in Paris to prepare for my A-Level French exam. I had some weaknesses in both written and oral French, and I knew I needed a focused and intensive course to help me get the best possible marks when it came to taking my A-Level French exam. Thanks to the excellent reviews and recommendations from other parents and Active Languages Study Abroad Services, my family chose the ACCORD French Language School in Paris, and I can confidently say it was the best decision they could have made!
Why We Chose ACCORD’s Intensive French Course G
When my parents and I started looking for a French course to help me prepare for my A-Level French exam, we read reviews for several language schools. ACCORD stood out immediately because of its excellent reputation and the glowing recommendations from other parents. Many highlighted the school’s experienced teachers, structured courses, and supportive learning environment, and their children’s success in their A-level French exam. After careful consideration, my parents booked the Intensive French Course G for me, which offered 32 hours of French classes per week.
The course was perfectly tailored to my needs. Every morning, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday to Friday, I attended 20 hours of general French lessons. These classes were engaging and interactive, covering all aspects of the language, including speaking, reading, listening, learning new vocabulary and working on some grammar points, etc.
In addition to these morning general French classes, the French course G included four specialized afternoon classes:
- Two sessions dedicated to written French and grammar on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
- Two sessions focused on French oral communication on Monday and Friday afternoons, also from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
These specialized classes were exactly what I needed to address my weaknesses. The writing and grammar sessions helped me improve my sentence structure, verb conjugations, and overall written expression. The oral communication classes, on the other hand, gave me the confidence to speak without being afraid of making mistakes and express myself much clearly in French.
The Progress I Made
In just two weeks, I noticed a real significant improvement in both my written and oral French. The intensive schedule and the focused approach of the course allowed me to make rapid progress. And that’s what I needed! My grammar became more accurate, my written exercises more structured, and my speaking more fluent. The ACCORD teachers were all very pleasant, never hesitating to spend a little more time going over certain grammatical rules for me, because I must admit that I find French grammar very difficult.
What I also appreciated was the balance between the morning general French lessons and the afternoon classes. The morning classes kept me engaged with the language as a whole, while the afternoon classes targeted my specific areas of improvement. This combination was incredibly effective, and I felt well-prepared for my A-Level exam by the end of the two-week course.
I also loved the fact that I shared the experience of improving my French with other students from Japan, Mexico, Germany, etc. and the atmosphere was great. We continued chatting in French at break time over a café and a croissant bought from the fantastic local boulangerie.
Passing My A-Level French Exam
Thanks to the skills and confidence I gained at ACCORD, I successfully passed my A-Level French exam and got the marks I wanted to go the university I wanted to go to! The course not only helped me improve my language skills but also gave me the tools to approach the exam with confidence. I’m incredibly grateful to my teachers and the staff at ACCORD for their dedication and support.
Why I Recommend ACCORD’s Intensive Course G
If you’re a British student preparing for your A-Level French exam, I cannot recommend ACCORD’s Intensive Course G enough. The course is designed to address all aspects of the language, with a special focus on writing and speaking, which are crucial for the exam.
My parents and I are thrilled with the results, and we strongly recommend this course to any student who wants to succeed in their A-Level French exam. ACCORD provides the perfect environment to improve your French quickly and effectively.
If you’re considering a French course in France, don’t hesitate—choose ACCORD French Language School and enrol in the Intensive Course G. It’s challenging, rewarding, and absolutely worth it.
And you make great friends in the process and get to live in Paris… Need I say more!
I’ll definitely go again to ACCORD to continue optimising my French language skills.
Nigel (Harrogate – UK)
