Brevet 2027 dates
Exams take place June 25-29, 2027 — and this year, the brevet conditions entry into high school.
New in 2027: passing the brevet is required to move directly into high school. There is no retake — only a September replacement session for justified absences.
The 2027 exam calendar
French
Grammar, comprehension, dictation, then essay writing.
Sciences
1 hour — two subjects among biology, physics-chemistry and technology.
Mathematics
2 hours.
Oral exam
At your school — project presentation.
Announced dates, pending official confirmation expected in fall 2026.
The revision timeline, from September to exam day
With continuous assessment worth half the points, the brevet is won all year long.
September - December
Continuous assessment already counts: one sheet per finished chapter.
January - March (mock exams)
Mock exams reveal weak spots: re-quiz failed chapters until 80% success.
April - May
Full program review in sheets and flashcards, oral practice, first past papers.
June (final stretch)
Daily quizzes, one past paper per week per subject, sheet review the day before each exam.
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FAQ
When is the 2027 brevet?
According to the announced calendar: French on Friday June 25, sciences on Monday June 28, and mathematics on Tuesday June 29, 2027.
Is the 2027 brevet required for high school?
Yes. Starting with the 2027 session, passing the brevet is required to enter high school directly. A student who fails may be offered a preparatory year.
Is there a retake for the brevet?
No, there are no retake exams for the brevet. Only a replacement session in September exists for justified absences.
How are brevet points distributed?
The brevet is graded out of 800 points: about half from continuous assessment and half from the final exams (French, math, history-geography, sciences, and the oral).
When should I start revising for the 2027 brevet?
From September, gently: one sheet per finished chapter, 15 minutes of flashcards per week. Intensive revision starts in April-May.