Placement test

Have you learnt French before but you're not sure of your level?
Take the FREE Alliance Française placement test to ensure that you get started at the right level!


Thank you for your interest in learning French with the Alliance Française Christchurch!

To help you to identify your language proficiency and register for a French class that fits your needs, please take our online placement test below. Our expert teachers will get back to you as soon as possible with a tailored learning plan. 

How does it works?


Step 1: Take our online test

This placement test is a way for us to better understand your strengths and needs, so we can recommend you the best course adapted to your current level.  

Ready ? Write to
equiries@afchristchurch.org.nz



Step 2: Chat with a teacher

This short conversation in French will help our teacher assess your speaking skills and place you in the right level. This chat can take place over the phone or in person.

Call (03) 365 8370 or email equiries@afchristchurch.org.nz to let us make your appointment !


Step 3: Register your class

After the evaluation is completed, the teacher will recommend a class and help you navigate your options.

Browse our course catalogue and register online or in person.

What does my level mean?

At the Alliance Française Christchurch, we use the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL) which is the most recognised guideline used to describe the achievements of foreign language learners.


A1

For complete beginners and those with only basic knowledge.

Regular A1 courses or specialised classes throughout the year: Grammar, French Pronunciation, etc.
+ DELF A1 Preparation


A2

For those with basic French knowledge and who can communicate in a simple way.

Regular A2 courses or specialised classes and DELF A2 Preparation


B1

For independent users who can maintain interactions and discussions with peers.

Regular B1 courses, Conversation classes and DELF B1 Preparation 


B2

For advanced speakers who can communicate spontaneously.

Regular B2 courses, Conversation classes and DELF B2 Preparation


C1

For people who can speak fluently and spontaneously.

Regular C1 classes or specialised classes and DALF C1 Preparation

Self-Assessment


If...

  • I took French for 1 to 3 years in school and never had a chance to practice
  • In the recent past, I took French lessons for a period of less than a year, only a few hours a week, with good results, then ...


... I am most likely to test for the following CEFR
Level :

A1

If..

  • I took French for 4 to 10 years in school but didn't have a chance to practice for a long time
  • In the recent past, I took French lessons for 1 to 2 years, with good results, then ...



... I am most likely to test for the following CEFR
Level :

A2

If..

  • I took French for 4 to 10 years in school and managed to practice on and off until now (through reading, travels, classes, work assignments...)
  • In the recent past, I took French lessons for 3 to 4 years, with good results, then ..

... I am most likely to test for the following CEFR
Level :

B1

If...

  • I took French for about 10 years or more and practiced on and off until now (through reading, travels, classes, work assignment...)
  • In the recent past, I took French lessons for more than 4 years with good results, then ...

... I am most likely to test for the following CEFR
Level :

B2

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