How to Maximize Oral and Aural
This course is designed to complement the oral section of the Leaving Cert syllabus, in the context of a French immersion. It gives students a strong foundation in communication skills (Oral and Aural).
2 Weeks at School (France)
1 Week Grammar (Dublin)
PRIOR TO DEPARTURE
A Test and a Workshop are held in Dublin to help determine the correct level.
A Portfolio is given to students for completion in France (Presentation, “Document” etc.) and help them with French sounds, pronunciation, intonation and boost confidence.
Our 5th Year Intensive Programme
Organized in 2 separate blocks, the first part consists of 2 weeks in France attending a French Secondary School and living at the home of a local student.
On return to Ireland, a one-week intensive course is held in Dublin to consolidate progress in Grammar and Written French. The course is taught by native teachers experienced in teaching the Leaving Cert syllabus and familiar with exam marking schemes.
iN FRANCE
- The 5th Year student join a regular French Secondary school, where they are individually placed.
- The Irish students attend all classes through French for 2 weeks.
- This individual immersion dramatically improves fluency which becomes an asset for oral and written exams. The starting level in French is not critical and a final progress report is provided.
- Regular weekly visits with private tuition by the French Local Contact help the student keep up with homework (Portfolio) and provides emotional support.
- Accomodation with a French schoolmate ensures comfort, care and offers a wonderful opportunity to improve oral French in a real-life environment. As a representative of their family and country, students participate in family life. They are cooperative, courteous and they partake in normal chores and duties.
IN DUBLIN
- This Grammar course is taught by native teachers, who have a wealth of experience of teaching the Leaving Cert syllabus and who are familiar with the exam marking schemes. Some are correctors of the Leaving Cert.
- Using key grammatical structures recommended in the Department of Education guidelines, we provide a Manual which covers:
- LC Oral & Document
- Aural Comprehension (CDs/FFL Educational Videos)
- Reading Comprehension: Past LC exam papers
- Writing techniques, Q1 to Q4 to improve confidence
- Review of the Portfolio
- Grammar: pronouns, masc/fem, adjectives, adverbs
- Presentation: To instil assurance in spoken French
Focus on the French Leaving Cert Oral & Aural
- Higher and Ordinary Level French Oral and Aural components : 45% of total Students, who travel abroad for a minimum of 2 weeks, show an increased understanding not just of the language but also of the culture, and this is of benefit in every section of the paper.
- Fluency in French bonus: Students also find the speed of the speakers on the SEC CDs slower than the speed that they have become accustomed to while abroad; and this helps to increase their listening mark.
- At the LC oral exam, Candidates are often asked about differences between life in Ireland and France, or to contrast the school systems, the food or the culture. The 5th Year Intensive Course considerably enriches the knowledge of the French language.
- Excellent pronunciation after the 5th Year Intensive Course
- Better understanding of the French way of life
- Better comprehension of vocabulary
- Increased confidence in speaking the language and better fluency
- An openness to the idea of using French after the Leaving Cert (business, holidays, job…)
- A certain expertise and knowledge that they can contribute in
Keys of Success of the Intensive French Programme
- Workshop prior to departure
- Support of a Local Contact
- Real-life situation living with a French family.
- Preparation with Leaving Cert documents
- Native experienced French teachers
- 00045 years experience
Price & Dates
From 31 May to 20 June 2025
31/05-12/06 in France
16/06-20/06 in Ireland
- For the 3 weeks : €2,300
- Reduced Price : € 2,000 for the first 16 enrolments
- Special Price : €1,950 for former students
How to enrol
To confirm enrolment, please complete the Application Form and send it to us along with a passport-sized photo and the non-refundable Booking Deposit of €400.
includes
- Test, Dublin Workshop, Portfolio
- Placement in a French Lycée/Collège
- Private French School Fees
- Support and Follow-up
- Full Board Accommodation at the Home of a French student
- Airport transfers in France
- 30 hrs Grammar & Written classes
excludeS
- Return Flights (details sent separately)
- Insurance (travel, medical etc.)
- Grammar book