French · Leaving Cert Higher Level

Leaving Cert Higher Level French Grinds

Weekly grinds with clear, step-by-step guidance on how to achieve top marks in every section of the Leaving Cert French exam.

Book a French Leaving Cert Lesson Lisez, Traduisez, Réussissez!

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20+ years' experience
Qualified teacher
Published author
10 years as oral exam examiner

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Engaging, structured, exam-focused grinds that turn effort into real results
Top tips to achieve a higher grade than you're getting now
A supportive, encouraging atmosphere to learn in
Expert notes and materials for answering sample and past exam questions
Extra help in the areas of Leaving Cert French you find most difficult
Stronger proficiency and confidence in your spoken and written French

If this sounds like you, you're in the right place.

In the weekly grinds, I work with students offering clear, step-by-step explanations and guidance on how to achieve top marks in every section of the Leaving Cert French exam.

What to expect in your weekly grinds

French Oral Exam — 25% (100 marks)

Preparation, frequent pronunciation practice and speaking practice for the general conversation and/or document
Guidance on keeping the conversation natural, with accuracy in spoken delivery
Detailed mock oral feedback to build confidence and achieve your best result

Reading Comprehension — 30% (120 marks)

Exam approach and practical tips, recognising common question words and instructions to answer accurately and gain full marks
Identifying the essential grammar needed for accurate answers and overall text understanding
Revising and building the basic and high-level vocabulary needed to perform well in both comprehensions

Listening Comprehension — 20% (80 marks)

Regular aural practice and correction of past papers
Tips to improve listening skills, with a clear task approach for each section

Written Production — 25% (100 marks)

Practical guidance for producing well-structured, high-quality written pieces
Marking criteria explained, with useful vocabulary, phrases and notes on relevant topics
Sample answers, plus frequent practice and correction of past questions
Mastering the grammar needed to write accurate, high-scoring French

What past students say — Leaving Cert French

“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. Thanks to Genevieve's support and encouragement, I feel much more confident in my French.”
Tessa
Leaving Cert French
“The best part was the help preparing for the oral exams — personalised notes with phonetics to help pronounce words correctly. 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
“I started Genevieve's grinds at the end of August 2024. I was not confident with my French at all. Genevieve's grinds really helped me and that was evident in my results during sixth year compared to fifth year.”
Umina
Leaving Cert French
“The weekly one-to-one French lessons throughout the year provided me with all the tools necessary to achieve my potential. They were both enjoyable and stimulating. Genevieve is a great teacher!”
Mia
Leaving Cert French

Grammar & vocabulary, made simple

Lessons are supported by "Lisez, Traduisez, Réussissez!" (2nd Edition) — Genevieve's own French grammar and vocabulary book, used to revise key structures with mnemonic devices and clear explanations.

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