A1

BASIC

DELF LEVELS:

DELF Scolaire: A diploma for your future!

Are you a gr. 11-12 student studying French at District School Board

Ontario North East?

If you are, the DELF diploma is a valuable proof of competency to include in your resume.

The DELF Scolaire certificate is issued by the French Ministry of National Education in recognition of French-

language studies. CIEP (Centre international d’études pédagogiques) appointed by France’s Ministry of

National Education, supervises the administration of the DELF exam annually. In partnership with Ontario’s

Ministry of Education, DSB Ontario North East offers the exams to students currently studying FSL in gr. 12.

These certificates are recognized globally as proof of competency of French language skills across the various

levels and are an impressive component to anyone’s portfolio.

The DELF examinations assess French language competencies at four levels (A1, A2, B1, B2) which corresponds

to the levels of the Commons European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). The certificate is highly

recognized by work places and post secondary institutions across Canada and the world.

B1

INDEPENDENT

B2

INDEPENDENT

PLUS

A2

BASIC PLUS

Can understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to

areas of most immediate relevance (e.g. very basic personal and family

information, shopping, local geography, employment). Can communicate in

simple and routine tasks requiring a simple and direct exchange of

information on familiar and routine matters. Can describe in simple terms

aspects of his/her background, immediate environment and matters in areas

of immediate need.

Can understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic

phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type. Can

introduce him/herself and others and can ask and answer question about

personal details such as where he/she lives, people he/she knows and

things he/she has. Can interact in a simple way provided the other person

talks slowly and clearly and is prepared to help.

Can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters

regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. Can deal with most

situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is

spoken. Can produce simple connected text on topics which are familiar or

of personal interest. Can describe experiences and events, dreams, hopes

and ambitions and briefly give reasons and explanations for opinions and

plans.

Can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and

abstract topics, including technical discussions in his/her field of

specialization. Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that

makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible without strain

for either party. Can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of

subjects and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages

and disadvantages of various options.

Why consider the DELF Scolaire certificate?

The DELF exam is an opportunity for our students currently taking a gr. 12 FSL course to demonstrate

French-language skills and to be rewarded with a certificate that will enhance any resume.

The DELF exams are recognized worldwide and upon successful completion, students will be awarded a

certification of competency which will never expire.

Beyond just personal satisfaction, the DELF represents official proof that your French language skills are at a

standard expected by future post-secondary schools or employees requiring the ability to communicate in

French with their clients. Many students have expressed their appreciation for being able to challenge the

DELF and graduate with a globally recognized certificate in their portfolio.

How will you know which exam to challenge?

Together with your FSL teacher, you determine the CEFR level in which you believe matches your

competency. This is based on the CEFR inspired learning of FSL in which you are engaged at your school.

Your own assessment, along with your teacher’s will give you a strong sense of the level you feel you can

achieve. Your chosen CEFR level will determine the DELF exam you are encouraged to challenge.

How are the exams organized? Although a more detailed plan of the test will be given to students once registered, the information below

will give you some idea of the breakdown.

The B2 test always begins on the Monday of the testing week with B1 administered the following day

which is Tuesday.

The first 3 components to the test are completed with all students writing the same level together at one

location. The breakdown of the four components are as follows:

Teste Collectif

1. Oral Comprehension: You will listen to an audio clip and answer questions related to the topic heard.

2. Written Comprehension: You will answer questions related to written texts such as news articles,

advertisements, etc.

3. Written Production: You will write a letter or an opinion in response to a written text.

----------------------------The 4th and final component occurs on a different day.--------------------------------

4. Oral Production : The test requires you to have an interaction with the examiners in a private and

quiet setting. Some of the interaction will require spontaneous talk between you

and the testers. This test is always scheduled within the following 10 days of

the written test and usually at your school.

Each component of the exam is graded out of 25 points. An overall mark of 50% is required to earn the

DELF certificate.

Registration for DELF 2018:

This year’s testing will be May 7-9, 2018. To register for the DELF exams offered to DSB Ontario North East

students, you can speak to your FSL teacher or school principal. You can also contact the board office for

more information.

M. Sheculski

Board Lead for French as a Second Language

705-360-1151 ext. 17692