Edexcel GCSE French Tutors
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£40/hrLucy R
Experienced, student-led, kind and patient French
£35/hrJoshua R
Tailored French tutoring that transforms confusion into confidence and better grades
£35/hrCharlotte K
Enthusiastic Ex headteacher & French tutor. 20+ years experience. Engaging sessions designed for success.
£38/hrTamsin R
Experienced, professional and engaging French Tutor
£30/hrDamian B
Creative, Supportive, Qualified Teacher | French Specialist | SEN Support
£40/hrKaran U
Engaging and passionate {MFL} French teacher
£30/hrSandrine S
Native French Speaker | QTS | 20+ Years' Experience French Tutor
Usually replies within 44 minutes
£45/hrCatharina J
Qualified Teacher Dedicated to Student Success | French Tutor
About Edexcel GCSE French
Edexcel French 1FR1 assessment
| Skill | Foundation | Higher |
|---|---|---|
| Speaking | 7 to 9 minutes | 10 to 12 minutes |
| Listening | 45 minutes | 60 minutes |
| Reading | 45 minutes | 60 minutes |
| Writing | 1 hour 15 minutes | 1 hour 20 minutes |
Make each skill support the others
Each component contributes 25%. Speaking includes 15 minutes of preparation in addition to the assessment time. The current course, first assessed in 2026, includes a read-aloud task and listening dictation. A tutor can connect pronunciation to spelling, then use the same vocabulary in conversation and a short written task. This gives new words more than one context.
Practice with a clear purpose
A short conversation
Rehearse a response, ask a follow-up question and change the time frame. Keep the exchange flexible rather than learning one fixed answer.
Listening for meaning
Listen for a particular detail, then discuss which words signalled it. Build up to longer passages as confidence develops.
More accurate writing
Plan a few connected ideas and check the verbs carefully. Improve a small number of recurring errors rather than correcting everything at once.
Frequently asked questions
Is this the International GCSE?
No. This page covers the UK Edexcel GCSE French course. International GCSE is a different qualification, so share the exact title or code with the tutor.
Can my child practise without feeling put on the spot?
Ask how the tutor introduces speaking tasks. Planning time, a model answer and agreed prompts can make a useful starting point, depending on your child’s preferences.
How do we get started?
Arrange a free 15-minute introduction and explain which skill feels most difficult. A recent class task helps the tutor suggest a relevant first lesson.
Further reading: Pearson Edexcel French from 2024. Course information checked in September 2026. Confirm your specification and entry details with your school or college.
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