Theme 1.1: People and Lifestyle Topic: Identity and Relationships with Others
Prepare your students for the new 2026 AQA GCSE French specification with these full-length, topic-based Reading exam papers. Designed for Foundation Tier students, these papers are ideal for Year 10 and Year 11, providing exam-style practice with increasing challenge.
Key Features:
Two exam papers of the same topic:
Year 10 Foundation: straightforward AQA-style reading practice, perfect for building confidence
Year 11 Foundation: same structure with more distractors, harder language, and challenging vocabulary for exam preparation
Follow up Reading by Writing - with a free writing mat
French only: https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-13314347
Theme 1 Bundle: 6 exam papers- People and Lifestyle
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-13366812
Complete set 2026 AQA French Reading papers – Foundation Tier, all themes covered.
https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-13368697
Full AQA-style 45-minute Reading papers based on individual GCSE topics
No brand logos for easy printing – ready to use as .DOC and PDF
No teacher preparation needed – includes full Mark Scheme and step-by-step explanations
Grade 1–5 assessment grid for self or teacher evaluation
Free resource for teachers and students
How to use:
Simulate an exam: Complete the papers in 45 minutes for realistic practice
Topic-focused revision: Work on individual sections to consolidate comprehension skills
Check answers: Use the Mark Scheme for quick verification or detailed explanations
Track progress: Record marks to identify strengths and areas for improvement
Sections included:
Section A – Reading Comprehension
Section B – Translation
Mark Scheme (Quick Reference)
Mark Scheme with Explanations
Grade Boundaries
Disclaimer:
This resource has been created by the author to support teachers and students with exam preparation only. It is based on the AQA GCSE French specification but is not affiliated with or endorsed by AQA
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2026 AQA GCSE French Reading Exam Papers Bundle – All Themes Topic Based (Foundation Tier)
**18 Full Exam Papers • Mark Schemes • Explanations • Grade Grid** Prepare your students for the new 2026 AQA GCSE French specification with this complete set of eighteen full-length, topic-based Foundation Reading exam papers covering all AQA French themes Perfect for Year 10 (confidence-building) and Year 11 (exam-preparation), this bundle offers structured progression, rigorous exam-style practice, and teacher-friendly assessment materials. **Try before you buy** - topic 1.1 https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-13356155 **What’s Included?** 18 AQA-style Reading Exam Papers 9 x Year 10 Foundation Papers (1 for each topic) – Straightforward AQA-style tasks – Ideal for early course practice and building confidence 9 x Year 11 Foundation Papers (1 for each topic) – Same structure, increased difficulty – More distractors, more complex vocabulary, and more challenging comprehension Theme 1: People and lifestyle Topic 1: Identity and relationships with others Topic 2: Healthy living and lifestyle Topic 3: Education and work Theme 2: Popular culture Topic 1: Free-time activities Topic 2: Customs, festivals and celebrations Topic 3: Celebrity culture Theme 3: Communication and the world around us Topic 1: Travel and tourism, including places of interest Topic 2: Media and technology Topic 3: The environment and where people live **Each paper includes:** Section A: Reading comprehension Section B: Translating into English **18 x Teacher guides:** Section A: Reading comprehension Section B: Translating into English Mark Scheme (Quick Reference) Mark Scheme with Explanations Grade Boundaries Grid Complete Teacher & Student Support Full Mark Scheme Mark Scheme with Step-by-Step Explanations (perfect for class feedback and modelling) Grade Grid (1–5) created using AQA’s grade averages to support realistic assessment Ready-to-use formats: PDF + editable Word No branding / no prep required **Why Teachers Love This Resource** Simulate 18 exams: Complete in 45 minutes for realistic practice Focus on specific topics: Ideal for end-of-topic assessmentsIdeal for mock exams, homework, intervention, or revision lessons Can be used topic-by-topic or as full timed assessments Perfect for Foundation Tier and mixed-ability classes Disclaimer This resource has been created independently to support teachers and students preparing for the AQA GCSE French 2026 specification. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced by AQA.
£18.00
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2026 AQA GCSE French – Theme 1 People & Lifestyle Topic Based Reading Exam Papers Bundle (Foundation Tier)
6 Full Exam Papers • Mark Schemes • Explanations • Grade Grid Prepare your students for the new 2026 AQA GCSE French specification with this complete set of six full-length, **topic-based Reading exam papers for Theme 1: People and Lifestyle (3.1.1).** Perfect for Year 10 (confidence-building) and Year 11 (exam-preparation), this bundle offers structured progression, rigorous exam-style practice, and teacher-friendly assessment materials. **Try before you buy:** https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-13356155 **Complete set 2026 AQA French Reading papers – Foundation Tier, all themes covered.** https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/resource-13368697 **What’s Included?** 6 AQA-style Reading Exam Papers 3 x Year 10 Foundation Papers (1 for each topic) – Straightforward AQA-style tasks – Ideal for early course practice and building confidence** 3 x Year 11 Foundation Papers (1 for each topic) – Same structure, increased difficulty – More distractors, more complex vocabulary, and more challenging comprehension** Theme 1 Topics Identity and relationships with others Healthy living and lifestyle Education and work **Each paper includes:** Section A: Reading comprehension Section B: Translating into English **6 x Teacher guides:** Section A: Reading comprehension Section B: Translating into English Mark Scheme (Quick Reference) Mark Scheme with Explanations Grade Boundaries Grid Complete Teacher & Student Support Full Mark Scheme Mark Scheme with Step-by-Step Explanations (perfect for class feedback and modelling) Grade Grid (1–5) created using AQA’s grade averages to support realistic assessment Ready-to-use formats: PDF + editable Word No branding / no prep required Why Teachers Love This Resource Simulate an exam: Complete in 45 minutes for realistic practice Focus on specific topics: Ideal for end-of-topic assessmentsIdeal for mock exams, homework, intervention, or revision lessons Can be used topic-by-topic or as full timed assessments Perfect for Foundation Tier and mixed-ability classes Disclaimer This resource has been created independently to support teachers and students preparing for the AQA GCSE French 2026 specification. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced by AQA.
£6.50
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