Parlez-vous français?

At the end of last year I travelled to Grenoble for take my DCL French test, to determine my level of French. Aiming for a B1 (the level you currently need to gain nationality) I drove to the Southern Alps with ‘Coffee Break French’ podcasts on back to back & headed to the test centre.

I'd learnt a few phrases & swotted up on my grammar the night before, but I wasn’t feeling very well on the day! Luckily it all went well and although I thought I’d messed up the oral section, I was really happy to be certified as B2.

For most people this is the most intimidating part of the nationality application, and although I was pretty confident I would be at least B1, it’s still a nerve wracking experience. The test centre was a bit grim, but the examiners explained things well and as you are staggered with the other test takers, it feels a bit more relaxing.

I’m very happy this part of the application is done ✅

My French teacher is the best in the business & certainly was instrumental in my certification. Head to Fast Track French to find out more.