Description

Our group instructed French courses takes place in classes of 4-10 people maximum. Teachers are specially trained and hold a degree to teach French as a foreign language. They apply the direct interactive method which means French is taught with no use of the students' mother tongue. A wide variety of authentic documents obtained from newspapers. TV news and documentaries, as well as manuals and tapes specialised in learning French as a foreign language are used in the class.

Our courses start year round every Monday for all levels. However, complete beginners may apply programs not indicated with a required level.

Language Programs

* French Semi Standard

Group instructed 7.5 hours per week of French Language and Culture, combining grammar, verbs, oral expression, conversation, and comprehension of written, and oral speech. 1.5 hours of class per day. Perfect for the travelers who wish to spend more time enjoying and learning this city of France.

* French Standard

Group instructed 17 hours per week of French Language and Culture, combining grammar, verbs, oral expression, conversation, and comprehension of written, and oral speech. This course is designed for all needs: refreshing, keeping a level, and increasing your knowledge.

In Paris, this group instructed class is given as 15 hours per week at 3 hours per day.

* French Standard Plus

This course combines 17 hours of group instructed classes per week of French Language and Culture, plus 6 hours of one-to-one lessons in the afternoons. In the afternoons, the student is lead by a private instructor through a tailor-made program. This course is highly efficient in giving immediate satisfaction. The student will easily see rapid progress in language level.

In Paris, this group instructed class is given as 23 hours per week.

* French Intensive

Group instructed 20 lessons per week of French Language and Culture + 6 Individual from Monday to Friday. This course combines the dynamic of group tuition with tailored private lessons. Especially for highly motivated students who wish to learn as much French in a short time. It is of similar nature to the classes described above.

In Paris, this group instructed class is given as 26 hours per week.

In Nice, this group instructed class is given as 25 hours per week. Levels: Upper Basic

* Individual (One to One) French

Individual are course followed by one person, 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, or 40 hours/week. Tailor-made private classes for highly motivated persons who need to advance rapidly in a specific area of study but in little available time. You decide how many classes you want and what you wish to study. These courses aim at providing students with a further spoken and written language practice while exploring a specific field. At the beginning of the course you will fill in a questionnaire. This will enable your teacher to match your specific needs and offer you a tailored course in general French or specialized topics (e.g. business, hotelier, tourism, secretary, exam preparation). This course is also ideal for absolute beginners.

These courses are programmed according to the students' specific requests including different professional and cultural themes if requested. The French teacher customizes the program and focuses on your specific needs, strengths and learning speed. Students are welcome to bring any kind of documentation they may need to work on. Mostly, professionals often choose this course so as to learn the special French language needed for their job: science research, marketing, asset management...

Focus Programs:

* Business Intensive French

20 Standard French lessons per week + 10 lessons Business French. This course offers in conjunction with the Standard Course the acquisition of special business vocabulary and business expression in a wide range of common topics

In Paris, this program does NOT include Standard French. It only focuses on Business topics This class is held for 3 days per week at 1 hour each of those days. Essential communication skills in business : job interview, telephone conversation, bargaining, writing resume and reports, attending meetings, etc.

Level: Intermediate

* DELF/ DALF Exam Preparation

These exams are required for whoever wants to apply for a French university. They are made of 6 units (A1 to A6), the DELF (diplôme élémentaire de langue française), is accessible with a basic knowledge. As for the DALF (diplôme avancé de langue française), it requires several weeks of intensive training.The DELF /DALF exam preparation takes place in the Super Standard Course (20 lessons/week) and Intensive Plus Course (30 lessons/week), as well as, Standard Plus Course, where the 6 Private classes focuses on the exam preparation. These courses cover all aspects of the exam. Exam candidates will also participate in special workshops and will receive a comprehensive folder including original exam papers. A teacher specialized in the DELF/DALF exam is at your disposal for any queries regarding the exam.

* French Cuisine

Learn how to make popular authentic French dishes from one of the local chefs. It's one more thing to take back home besides French. This program should be taken with a French language course. It includes lectures (in French & English), preparation and tasting of 3 dishes : entrée, main dish, dessert. Courses offered at cooking school facilities on Wednesday evening or Saturday morning.

Highlights

Special Offers 2011:

- 20% discount off tuition cost for 65 days early booking.

- 10% off lodging for 6 weeks stay in Flat share.

- 15% off tuition cost for registration completion before Jan 31st for Spring programs

- 15% off tuition cost for registration completion before April 30th for Summer programs

Combined Cities:

This program attracts the voyagers in students. It allows for students to choose from the list of courses that we offer in our schools and distribute the learning experience among the different locations. By combining a course from among these different cities, one will learn French and have the opportunity to know the rich variety of French cultures at the same time. Plus, it makes for great city hopping.

Location: Montpellier, Nice, Paris

Group Programs:

There are 2 ways that you can benefit from a Group travel experience:

For groups of 10 or more persons traveling together on the same package to the same destination, please contact our Group Department for a group discounted price quote.

With a group of 10 or more persons, you may organize a program that fits your interests and trip desires. Contact our Group Department for more information.

Languages

• French

Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching

• English
• French
• Italian
• Portuguese
• Spanish

Cost in US$:

+400 USD

Program Fees Include:

Course and study materials

Credit Available

yes

This Program is open to

American, European, Canadian, Australian, South African, Kiwi and Asian Participants.

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups of 5+

Application Process Involves

• Written Application

Year Founded

2002