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DELF Prim and DELF Scolaire (Age: 7-12, Levels A1 to B2)

The DELF Prim is oriented toward young students learning French (7-12 years old). DELF Prim examination can be taken at A1.1, A1 or A2 levels of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

The DELF Scolaire covers levels B1 and B2.

Available for schools only. Contact us.

DELF Junior (age: 12 to 16)

The junior version of DELF has the same basic structure as the standard DELF. Only the topics are different, as the materials take into account the interests of young people. It can only be taken by children of secondary-level age.

The diploma awarded is identical to the standard DELF diploma. The examinations are independent, and candidates can register for the examination of their choice.

Visit the page of each level below for registration, price, and details about the exam:

DELF/DALF Tout Public (age: 16+, DELF Levels A1 to B2, DALF Levels C1 or C2)

The DELF Exam (Diplôme d'Etudes en Langue Française) and DALF (Diplôme Approfondi de Langue Française) designed by the CIEP (Centre International d'Etudes Pédagogiques), are official qualifications awarded by the French Ministry of Education certifying a level of fluency in French. Such certifications are useful for school records, as well as college and job applications in French-speaking countries. Scores are valid for life.

Visit the page of each level below for registration, price, and details about the exam:

DELF Pro (professionals, Levels A1 to B2)

The DELF Pro is the professional version of the DELF diploma. The subjects of the examinations are adapted to the working world. DELF Pro examinations can be taken from the A1 to B2 level.

Only available for clients taking corporate classes with us. Contact us.

Private Classes for DELF/DALF Exam Prep

To build up your level before taking the exam, you can opt for one of our private class packages to prepare for all parts of the exam and build up your proficiency.

Group Classes for DELF/DALF Exam Prep

You can take one of our group classes to prepare for all parts of the DELF/DALF exam and build up your proficiency.

DELF/DALF FAQ

Who is this exam for?

DELF (Diplôme d'Etudes en Langue Française) and DALF (Diplôme Approfondi de Langue Française) are official qualifications awarded by the French Ministry of Education to certify the competency of candidates from outside France in the French language according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (proficiency levels A1 through C2), taking into account all four linguistic competences: writing, reading, speaking and listening.

Created by a team of psychometricians and experts in language testing, these tests are recognized on an international level and often used by foreign education ministries as a scale to evaluate their students’ level in French.

Which diploma is right for me?

The diplomas that make up DELF and DALF are completely independent. This means that candidates can register for the examination of their choice, according to their level. All examinations include the four skills at every level, with varying degrees of interaction and mediation required depending on the level. A score of at least 50/100 is required in order to be awarded the diploma; awarded diplomas are valid for life.

All of the examinations have been designed to reflect the principle of action used by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, which defines users of a language as social actors who have tasks to perform (that are not only linguistic) in given circumstances, in a given environment and within a specific area of action, which may be personal, public, academic or professional.

Each examination evaluates the four communication skills: reading, listening, writing and speaking.

Please note that the day of the oral exams may differ from the day of the written exam indicated below, depending on the number of candidates and availability of the examinators

How long does it take to receive my results?

A temporary document and your results will be sent to you by email 1 month after sitting the exam.

How long does it take to receive my Diploma?

Diplomas will be issued to candidates with “passed” (“admis”) results by the French Ministry of Education. Usually, it takes about 3 to 6 month months after the exam to receive the diploma. They are printed in France by an official diploma printer . This diploma is valid for life!

Once received in our premises, we will send you a notification to come pick up in person your official test results, upon presentation of an official ID with picture. Documents are only kept one calendar month.

You can also elect to receive it via certified mail see below.

How can I get my Diploma mailed to me ?

If you will not be able to come pick it up, we offer a shipping service at $25. We can only send the official documents via certified mail. Please pay for shipping at the time of exam registration if you would like this service.

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When will I receive my exam notification ?

All notifications are sent via email 1 week prior to the exam to the email you used to register. Please note the the speaking part may be schedules on a different day depending on the number of candidates and availability of the examinators.

It is not possible to change the day or time of your examination.

If you arrive after the arrival time on your notification, you will not be granted access to the exam and your registration will be forfeited.

How long are my results valid for ?

Your diploma is valid for life!

Do you offer classes to prepare for the DELF/DALF exam?

Yes! The first step would be to take our free placement text to get a better idea of your current level. Then you can enroll in one of our Exam Prep options.

Who composes the jury ?

DELF and DALF examiners and markers are teachers of French as Foreign Language. They receive a specific training and are authorized by France Education International. They follow strict assessment guidelines and are regularly monitored.