High School Homestays Programs in France

Embark on a journey to the South of France for an unforgettable summer of French language and culture! Arrive to Toulouse for a 3 day orientation excursion in the village of Albi. On the drive to Argeles-Sur-Mer, the program base, stop at Carcassonne and explore the village's iconic castle. Upon arrival to Argeles meet your homestay. 2 to 3 students are placed per home. In Argeles you will have French classes in the mornings on a historical garden property. The school is in the property's historic home dating to 1887. Classes offered for all levels! After class, enjoy a picnic lunch and then segway into afternoon cultural activities such as a painting class, a cooking class, and a traditional dance class. And, of course, lots of beach time! Argeles has one of the longest and most beautiful sandy beaches on the entire French Mediterranean. It is only about 15 minutes walking from the school! Local weekend excursions are included! Hike to the beach town of Collioure for swimming and return by boat to Argeles. Visit the mountain village of La Roque for a lunch and hiking. The program ends with an excursion to Toulouse for a day of exploration and saying goodbye to newfound friends.

Develop fluency in the French language and culture by living with a host family and studying at a local high school. Paris is magnificent, but France is more than one city. AFS students have lived in communities ranging from the snowcapped Alps to the sparkling Mediterranean. Most host families live in small towns, which will help you become a part of the community. Since France is a historically Catholic country, even the most rural villages have incredible cathedrals rising above quaint cobblestone streets. And, if you long to stroll the Champs-Élysées and snap pics of the Eiffel Tower, you’ll likely have that opportunity. AFS area chapters in France are usually large and active, planning trips to some of the most iconic destinations with other AFS exchange students worldwide. With AFS, you will discover what it means to live in France as a local. With its architecture, painting, cuisine, fashion, philosophy, and much more, it's easy to understand why France attracts so many AFS students.

Discover the elegance and charm of Parisian life while immersed in the language spoken by more than 100 million people. Learn and perfect your French with native professors. Explore the city’s rich heritage, one neighborhood or museum at a time. Discover hidden treasures during field trips throughout France. Live with a local family and get into the rhythm of everyday life, sharing authentic French meals along with stories and traditions. Living in Paris and visiting as a tourist are two entirely different things. The Eiffel Tower becomes a mere backdrop to an authentic experience like no other. Spend your mornings in French class and your afternoons practicing your conversational skills in cafés, bookstores, markets, and museums. Catch the strains of jazz or traditional French folk played by street musicians along the way. Meander through the city’s village-like neighborhoods, window-shopping outside Bohemian boutiques, or head to one of its elegant parks for a picnic.

During your time in St-Laurent, you will experience l’autentique vie quotidienne of Southern France. By sharing daily meals and plenty of lively conversation with your homestay family, you will get a genuine glimpse into the life of a typical famille laurentine. Weekday classes, daily activities, weekend excursions, day trips, and events are designed to complement your homestay experience in order to help you make the most of the French Rivera’s famous summer lifestyle. Our teaching method emphasizes active, hands-on learning, cultural and language immersion. Most of our French classes include interacting with locals, practicing French, and small group French conversation workshops. The program also offers a great variety of cultural, educational, athletic, and travel activities. You will visit some of the most beautiful sites on the French Riviera: Nice, St. Jean, Beaulieu, Monaco, Eze, Antibes, Cannes, and many others. The cultural program includes visits to local art museums, perfumeries, French cuisine workshops, outdoor movies, music performances, just to name a few.

Have you always dreamed of learning French while exploring iconic cities like Bordeaux? Want to learn a language with the added option to learn to surf or sail? Now is your chance to experience the culture of France while perfecting your language skills with fellow students from around the world. You will have the choice of attending a language camp in two exciting destinations: Arcachon (near Bordeaux) - a lesser-known area of France, but it is no less special than Paris! This coastal city is about a 1-hour drive from Bordeaux in a beautiful region. Your days will consist of morning classes, afternoon surf lessons, excursions, and time to spend in the evening with your host family. Greenheart also offers these programs without the surfing lessons! Saint-Malo (in Brittany) - we want to give you the chance to learn about this historic port city's booming sailing industry through hands-on experience! Your days will consist of morning classes, afternoon sailing lessons, excursions, and time to spend in the evening with your host family. Greenheart also offers this program without the sailing lessons!

At Oui-Connect, we specialize in short-term homestay immersion programs that offer American teenagers the opportunity to experience life in Spain and France. Designed for participants aged 13 to 17, our programs run from June to August and last between two to four weeks. During this time, students live with volunteer host families, fully immersing themselves in the culture and language for a truly transformative experience. Through 100% immersion, participants not only enhance their language skills but also build meaningful connections and gain a deeper understanding of daily life abroad. From the moment you register to the end of the program, our team is dedicated to providing personalized support and ensuring a seamless, enriching journey for both students and their families.

Immerse yourself in the French language as you journey through six distinct regions of France—each with its own identity, landscape, and history. Begin in a small Breton fishing village and experience daily life in the countryside, then explore Paris, the cultural capital of the world. Strengthen your language skills through hands-on interactions: shop in open-air markets, interview local artisans, and learn from chefs, historians, and outdoor guides. Live with a host family and gain real insight into everyday customs and conversations. Swim in the Mediterranean, hike in the Alps, and wander medieval streets in Provence. Return home with stronger French, greater confidence, and a deeper connection to France’s rich regional diversity.

Embark on a French adventure that takes you through the Alps, the streets of Paris, and more! Make local friends, experience homestays with French families, and earn community service hours while working with locals and through environmental projects in the Alps! Experience the famous Bastille Day the French way on this unforgettable teen travel program to France! All the activities we do allow you to put your French language skills to use in real-world contexts. This adventure allows you to experience all that France has to offer! Are you ready for the adventure of a lifetime? Join us on this student trip to France!

Have you ever wished to explore what is beyond your hometown and country? You know there is plenty to see and do outside your country! Sign up for the ASSE International High School program. Challenge yourself and take the chance for a semester or an entire school year! Experience the charm of France, where lively conversations in cozy cafés are a beloved tradition. Renowned for its culture, language, and timeless elegance, France offers a lifestyle that blends art, fashion, cinema, and world-class cuisine enjoyed at a leisurely pace. Most ASSE host families reside in charming towns or villages, giving you an authentic taste of French life. Ride the cutting-edge TGV train and witness how innovation shapes modern France while embracing its rich heritage. You do not have to be fluent in French to study in France. As you embark on this exciting adventure, you will gradually learn the language while immersing in your host country’s culture. The essential aspects that make you an eligible exchange student are motivation, hard work, flexibility, and open-mindedness. You must have good academic grades and recommendations from teachers and community members.

Join this individual French host family immersion program for high school students! Spend 2 to 6 weeks of your summer in stunning and historic Paris, living with a volunteer family. We will choose a family most suited to you and your interests and with a teen of a similar age. You will speak only French from start to finish and will be completely integrated into your host family's life and culture. This is the best way to improve your French! Our families live in and around Paris, giving you a unique and authentic experience living in the capital! Our families are carefully chosen and are all volunteers, eager to host and forge a connection with international students. Enhance your stay with the option to take one-to-one French classes and participate in sports or local activities. This is a highly flexible program—you choose the dates and length of stay. Your host family coordinator is on call 24/7. You will have regular contact with your amazing local host family coordinators during your stay.

Discover the richness of France through its diverse cultures and regions—from Paris to a border community. Begin your journey in Paris, the “City of Light,” where you’ll explore iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, and Champs-Élysées, while sampling French cuisine in charming cafés. Immerse yourself in the city’s rich history and vibrant culture as you gain a deeper understanding of France’s identity. Experience authentic French daily life during a 9-day homestay in a small town near France’s northern or southern border. Share meals, explore local sites, and connect with your host family to discover the traditions and rhythms of regional French culture. Continue your adventure with an excursion tailored to your group. In the north, visit Colmar, known for its fairy-tale architecture and French-German heritage. In the south, explore Lyon, France’s gastronomic capital, and the Cité Internationale de la Gastronomie. Conclude your program back in Paris with a French baking workshop, creating classic madeleines as you reflect on your unforgettable journey through France’s landscapes, flavors, and diverse cultures.

Embrace the French lifestyle in this high school exchange program in France! Immerse yourself into a challenging academic and cultural experience with Nacel. Live like a French teen for a few months! What we offer: * To live with a volunteer French host family who will welcome you as a new member of their family * To attend a public or private French high school * To receive personal orientation and ongoing support from your coordinator! Nacel Educational Advisors provide full support and guidance during the application process, the visa procedure, and the grade report transfer at the end of your exchange program. A minimum of two years of French language study (A2 level) is required to attend a High School Exchange program in France. Your motivation and interest in learning about the French language and culture are the most important. Be flexible and open-minded, and enjoy the experience of a lifetime! Come and taste the renowned French art de vivre and make friends with French teens!

The TOCA Program in France at the Leo Marchutz School of Painting and Drawing is a customized two-week interdisciplinary study abroad program. During the program, participants will immerse themselves in the daily practice of painting and drawing, both in the studio and in the landscapes of the South of France. Students will also take part in discussion-based art criticism seminars, day trips to surrounding areas (including coastal towns along the Mediterranean Sea and nearby sites associated with Cézanne), workshops in creative writing, and French language instruction—either survival or conversational, depending on their level. Additional academic and cultural activities round out the experience. This interdisciplinary program is designed to connect all activities into one collaborative process, helping students see more deeply into the world—and into themselves.

BONJOUR France, experience living with an amazing family while attending a local high school and really living the true experience as you have a full immersion and improve your speaking skills. Study Abroad Campus Education works with partner organizations in securing high quality placements for international students in a language school or a local school in France. Program participants are placed with a well-selected local family in the country. The program is open to students within the age range of 14-18 years old. School study group tours are also available for interested language groups or schools. The programs include the following: - 4 - 8 weeks White Christmas in France - 1, 3, 5 month cultural exchanges in France - Accommodation with an amazing quality local host family - Full board and private room - Attendance at a local school - Airport transfers - Health insurance - Local coordinator available 24/7 - Local telephone sim card

Studying abroad through a high school exchange program brings lots of opportunities. It changes you positively by helping you understand a different culture, learn a new language, and know more about the world. You get to experience a different way of life, see education from a new angle, and make friends from other parts of the globe. This helps you grow personally, become more independent, and learn to adjust to different situations, which is always a great skill. You also learn to appreciate differences and discover new things. When you come back home, you won’t just have gained academic knowledge but also perspectives on the world around you. High school is a great time to start an adventure studying in another country because it differs from when you are older. You’re curious and open to new things during this time, making it the perfect time to learn about other cultures. This is when you learn essential skills like flexibility and resilience. Understanding different cultures and diverse environments can significantly help your future higher education and job.