Oral language & exam preparation
Ten years as a mock oral examiner means I know how to guide and prepare students for the oral exam.
Stepaside, Dublin 18 · Online & in-person
French & German tuition that turns effort into top-tier exam results
I'm Genevieve, a qualified French and German teacher with 20+ years' experience and 10 years working as a mock oral exam examiner in Dublin schools. I teach one-to-one and small group lessons — weekly, one hour, online via Microsoft Teams or in person — to Junior Cycle and Leaving Cert students, non-exam year students, and adults.
- 20+ years' experience
- Qualified teacher
- Published author
- 10 years as oral exam examiner
What we work on together
Reading comprehension
Approach, technique, timing and typical vocabulary that reappears year after year are worked through with past exam material.
Listening comprehension
Guided practice using transcripts, focusing on key vocabulary topics for all sections.
Grammar, vocabulary & writing
Clear, concise, step-by-step grammar explanations, regular vocabulary testing, writing tips, strategies, structure, and profitable pointers, useful vocabulary, expressions, provision of sample answers and frequent writing practice.
Published author
I'm the author of Complete German Grammar and Lisez, Traduisez, Réussissez! (2nd Edition), a French grammar and vocabulary book, used in the weekly grinds.
See the booksResources for teachers
Online grammar resources including mind maps, quizzes with answer keys for French and German teachers and tutors, available through Teachers Pay Teachers and TES.
Browse digital resourcesWhat students, parents and teachers say
“Over the last six months, I have really enjoyed my one-to-one French grinds with Genevieve. Her classes were always engaging, enjoyable and well structured, making learning French much more interesting and less stressful. She helped me improve my confidence in speaking, writing and understanding French, and she always explained concepts clearly and patiently. The lessons were tailored to my needs, helping me strengthen my grammar, expand my vocabulary and prepare for the Leaving Certificate. Thanks to Genevieve's support and encouragement, I feel much more confident in my French.”
Tessa
Leaving Cert French · French
“Genevieve is a really excellent German teacher who helped me improve a lot in Leaving Cert German. Her grinds made me much more confident with both grammar and oral work, and she explains everything very clearly.”
Muireann
Leaving Cert German · German
“The notes which I was given at the beginning of the year were very useful to refer to whenever I was answering exam questions. The classes were interactive and helped improve my exam technique with how to target marks efficiently and correctly.”
John
Leaving Cert German · German
“I found the classes very useful. The best part was the help preparing for the oral exams as you gave me personalised notes with phonetics to help pronounce words correctly. Also, the feedback on things to improve on from the several mock orals we did was invaluable. Overall, I would definitely recommend the classes to anyone looking for a H1 in French. I got a H4 in my fifth-year summer exam but after a year of working with Genevieve, I have a strong chance of getting a H1 in the Leaving cert.”
Ben
Leaving Cert French · French
“I have worked with Genevieve in the past and always found her to be extremely professional and knowledgeable. She provides brilliant notes and has written a wonderful grammar book that I would recommend to all. Genevieve is calm and patient by nature and helps every student to achieve their best.”
Anne
Teacher · French & German
“Genevieve's tuition is as excellent as it is unique. Her French and German textbooks are highly detailed, yet very accessible. If you are looking for a teacher who is friendly, supportive and engaging, then Genevieve is the tutor for you!”
Caoimhe
Leaving Cert French and German · French & German
Ready to get started?
Get in touch for rates and availability.