Refresh your foundation with this workshop, designed to revisit key grammar concepts from Elementary 1 and 2. Build confidence and feel supported in your learning journey as you prepare for the next steps in your French studies.
This class is ideal for students progressing to Elementary 3 or 4 who wish to strengthen their skills, as well as for newcomers looking to brush up on their French before joining a class.

Suitable for students who have completed Elementary 2 or have been assessed at an equivalent level.

Pace: 3 hours per day over 2 days

So you’ve decided you’d like to learn French. You’re an absolute beginner, and don’t know where to start. Elementary 1 is the course for you! This course serves as a bienvenue to the French language. Throughout this course, you will discover the beauty of the French language, and cover the basics, such as introducing yourself and others (Bonjour, je m’appelle Jean), spelling and counting (un, deux, trois…), and general greetings and politeness (Salut, s’il vous plait, merci beaucoup). You’ll also learn how to ask a question, how to communicate, and explain why you are learning French.

This course is designed for complete beginners of French, and no prior knowledge is necessary. After completing this course, you can continue your French journey and move on to Elementary 2!

Required textbook: Mon Alter Ego 1

Recommended book: Grammaire Progressive - Debutant complet (+ Answer book)

Pace: 2 hours per day over 10 days

So you’ve decided you’d like to learn French. You’re an absolute beginner, and don’t know where to start. Elementary 1 is the course for you! This course serves as a bienvenue to the French language. Throughout this course, you will discover the beauty of the French language, and cover the basics, such as introducing yourself and others (Bonjour, je m’appelle Jean), spelling and counting (un, deux, trois…), and general greetings and politeness (Salut, s’il vous plait, merci beaucoup). You’ll also learn how to ask a question, how to communicate, and explain why you are learning French.

This course is designed for complete beginners of French, and no prior knowledge is necessary. After completing this course, you can continue your French journey and move on to Elementary 2!

Required textbook: Mon Alter Ego 1

Recommended book: Grammaire Progressive - Debutant complet (+ Answer book)

Pace: 2 hours per week over 10 weeks

So you’ve caught the French bug, and you’re ready to learn more about this belle langue! Elementary 2 can help you on your journey to linguistic greatness. With a focus on travel and vacations, this course will help you to indicate your destination and origin (Excusez-moi, où est le musée?), naming and locating places (Ah, le Métro, génial!), and other general travel enquiries (accommodation, tourist destinations). You will also talk about your family (J’adore ma femme!), describe people’s physical appearance (Leurs yeux sont très beaux), and your likes and dislikes (J’aime les escargots).
This course is designed for students who have completed Elementary 1 or who have been assessed prior to enrolling.
Required textbook: Cosmopolite 1
Recommended book: Grammaire Progressive - Debutant complet (+ Answer book)

Pace: 2.5 hours per week over 10 weeks

You’re well underway on your journey to grasp the basics of French! With a focus on the day-to-day, Elementary 3 will help you talk about your passions, hobbies, and dreams (J’aime jouer au foot, c’est mon rêve de jouer pour l'Australie), and learn how to ask for and give the time (Quelle heure est-il? Il est 3h30). Additionally, you will be able to discuss your daily routine including explaining basic health issues (Quand je me suis reveillé ce matin, je me suis fait mal au dos), describing your job (Je travaille dans une usine, j’aime beaucoup!), getting out and about, and suggesting, accepting, and refusing an invitation (Merci mais je suis trop occupé pour participer).
This course is designed for students who have completed Elementary 2 or who have been assessed prior to enrolling.
Required textbook: Cosmopolite 1
Recommended book: Grammaire Progressive - Debutant (+ Answer book)

Pace: 2 hours per week over 10 weeks

You’re well underway on your journey to grasp the basics of French! With a focus on the day-to-day, Elementary 3 will help you talk about your passions, hobbies, and dreams (J’aime jouer au foot, c’est mon rêve de jouer pour l'Australie), and learn how to ask for and give the time (Quelle heure est-il? Il est 3h30). Additionally, you will be able to discuss your daily routine including explaining basic health issues (Quand je me suis reveillé ce matin, je me suis fait mal au dos), describing your job (Je travaille dans une usine, j’aime beaucoup!), getting out and about, and suggesting, accepting, and refusing an invitation (Merci mais je suis trop occupé pour participer).
This course is designed for students who have completed Elementary 2 or who have been assessed prior to enrolling.
Required textbook: Cosmopolite 1
Recommended book: Grammaire Progressive - Debutant (+ Answer book)

Pace: 2.5 hours per week over 10 weeks

It’s time to reflect and rewind! Elementary 4 will help you talk about your memories from the past and plans for the future. Learn how to draw upon distant past memories, discuss recent experiences, and look forward to future plans (Quand j’étais jeune, je voulais être un pilote). You will also be able to understand a biographical description of someone’s life (Il a grandit à Nantes, puis a démenagé à Paris), and learn how to describe their physical appearance (Ses cheveux sont longs et son nez est petit). Finally, you’ll learn how to give general advice to people, and also how to understand and plan for travel (Nous allons à Nouméa, où est la crème solaire?).
This course is designed for students who have completed Elementary 3 or who have been assessed prior to enrolling.
Required textbook: Cosmopolite 1
Recommended book: Grammaire Progressive - Debutant (+ Answer book)

Pace: 2.5 hours per week over 10 weeks

You’ve come this far, and you’ve almost finished the Elementary program! Elementary 5 is designed to go deeper into aspects of topics covered in Elementary 1-4. Touching on travel and vacations, you’ll be able to describe a holiday location and choose your accommodation (Où est le meilleur hôtel à Québec?). You’ll also cover the day-to-day, including talking about the weather (Il pleut depuis deux semaines), food preferences (J’aime les fraises, mais je n’aime pas les pommes), understanding a menu, grocery shopping (Excusez-moi, dans quelle allée se trouve le lait?), and describing sensations and emotions (Quand je pleure, je suis triste et fatigué). Finally, you’ll practise comparing a past situation with the present (Je jouais au golf, mais maintenant, je fais du vélo), and discussing your reading habits.
This course is designed for students who have completed Elementary 4, or who have been assessed prior to enrolling.
Required textbook: Cosmopolite 1
Recommended book: Grammaire Progressive - Debutant (+ Answer book)

Pace: 2.5 hours per week over 10 weeks

In the final Elementary level course, it's time to take your French out on the town! Elementary 6 will help you develop the skills to converse whilst shopping and dining out, and to plan your very own soirée. You'll be able to comment on clothes (Quelle jolie chemise rayée!), choose an outfit, and interact with shop assistants (Vous payez par carte?). You’ll learn how to order at a restaurant (Nous allons prendre deux verres de vin) and describe your experience (Les plats sont délicieux, mais les serveurs ne sont pas très agréables). You’ll also organise a social gathering (Je vous invite à fêter l'anniversaire de mon chien!), as well as discuss music, film and theatre (Je n'ai pas aimé le dernier film avec Dany Boon, et toi?).
This course is designed for students who have completed Elementary 5 or who have been assessed prior to enrolling.
Required textbook: Cosmopolite 1
Recommended book: Grammaire Progressive - Debutant (+ Answer book)

Pace: 2.5 hours per week over 10 weeks

Pack your bags and take your passport!
Get holiday-ready with this focussed course designed to prepare you to travel around the Francophone world with confidence.

What will you learn?
All the basic spoken French needed for a successful stay or holiday in a French-speaking country!

- Introduce yourself and ask basic questions
"Bonjour! Je m’appelle Kévin Garnier, et vous?"
- Ask for directions
"Excusez-moi, comment aller au musée du Louvre?"
- Schedules and means of transportation
"J'aimerais acheter un billet de train pour Marseille, s’il vous plaît."
- Shopping
"Combien coûte cette baguette, s'il vous plaît?"
- Dining out
"J’aimerais un verre de Côte du Rhône et un plat du jour, s’il vous plaît."
- Phrases needed in an emergency
"J’ai eu un accident, j'ai besoin d'un docteur."

This class is suitable for beginners. No prior knowledge of French is required.
Pace: 2 hours per day over 4 days

Pack your bags and take your passport!
Get holiday-ready with this focussed course designed to prepare you to travel around the Francophone world with confidence.

What will you learn?
All the basic spoken French needed for a successful stay or holiday in a French-speaking country!

- Introduce yourself and ask basic questions
"Bonjour! Je m’appelle Kévin Garnier, et vous?"
- Ask for directions
"Excusez-moi, comment aller au musée du Louvre?"
- Schedules and means of transportation
"J'aimerais acheter un billet de train pour Marseille, s’il vous plaît."
- Shopping
"Combien coûte cette baguette, s'il vous plaît?"
- Dining out
"J’aimerais un verre de Côte du Rhône et un plat du jour, s’il vous plaît."
- Phrases needed in an emergency
"J’ai eu un accident, j'ai besoin d'un docteur."

This class is suitable for beginners. No prior knowledge of French is required.
Pace: 2 hours per week over 4 weeks

Are you struggling to distinguish when to use passé composé versus imparfait in French? This workshop will guide you through their differences, helping you understand not only when to use each tense but also how to construct them effectively. You'll gain clarity on how to tell stories and describe past events with accuracy and confidence.

This class is suitable for students from the Elementary (A1) and Upper Elementary (A2) levels. 
Pace: 2.5 hours over 1 day

Do you want to give your pronunciation a leg up? Would you like to bring more flow to your speech and feel more confident in speaking French? Join us and learn to speak like a Frenchie!
This workshop is designed to help you improve your accent through practical pronunciation lessons, reading exercises and speaking practice.

This class is suitable for beginners and students from the Elementary (A1) levels through to Intermediate (B1) levels. 
Pace: 6 hours per week over 2 weeks

Start the year on the right foot with this revision workshop! You will focus on the main grammar points of the A1 level, making sure you start your next class feeling calm and ready.

Suitable for students at the end of the Elementary (A1) or at the beginning of the Upper Elementary (A2) levels. 

Pace: 2 hours per day over 5 days

Do you know the difference between 'le rappeler' (COD) and 'lui rappeler' (COI)? Where do you place the COD and the COI in a sentence? And is it really necessary to know what they are? This workshop will help you clear up all confusions related to this tricky grammar point.

Suitable for students of the Upper Elementary (A2) level.

Pace: 2 hours over 1 day

Will 2025 be your meilleure year? Do you want to speak French mieux? When should you use de or que when comparing two things? Clear up any confusion great or small in this workshop all about comparatives.

Suitable for students from Upper Elementary 2 (A2) and onwards.

Pace: 2 hours over 1 day

Start the year strong and face your fear of the subjunctive! This workshop will guide you through the fundamentals of constructing and using the subjunctive. By the end of the session, you'll feel more confident to incorporate the subjunctive into your French conversations and writing.

Suitable for students of the Upper Elementary (A2) and Intermediate (B1) levels.

Pace: 2 hours over 1 day

Mastering the French pronouns 'y' and 'en' is essential to understand French conversations and texts. But what is the difference between them? How do you use them correctly? This workshop will help you clear up all confusions related to these tricky pronouns.

Suitable for students of the Upper Elementary (A2) level.

Pace: 2 hours over 1 day

Explore iconic trends, influential designers, and the evolution of French style through lively discussions and vocabulary-building exercises. Whether you're a fashion enthusiast or simply looking to refine your conversational skills, this workshop offers a stylish way to immerse yourself in French culture and language.
Let's practice your speaking skills on this very chic topic!

Suitable for students of the Upper Elementary (A2) and Intermediate (B1) levels.

Pace: 2 hours over 1 day

Explore the rich world of French music while enhancing your language skills. You can expect lyrics analysis, cultural insights, and engaging conversations. 
We'll delve into vocabulary, idiomatic expressions, and wordplay. We'll uncover the stories behind various songs, discuss historical events and artists, and interpret song themes—all in French.

Suitable for students of the Upper Elementary (A2) and Intermediate (B1) levels.

Pace: 2 hours per day over 2 days

Are you struggling to distinguish when to use passé composé versus imparfait in French? This workshop will guide you through their differences, helping you understand not only when to use each tense but also how to construct them effectively. You'll gain clarity on how to tell stories and describe past events with accuracy and confidence.

This class is suitable for students from the Elementary (A1) and Upper Elementary (A2) levels. 
Pace: 2.5 hours over 1 day

Are you looking for an opportunity to practice speaking French with other friendly students? Our Lunchtime Conversation Workshop offers a fun and supportive environment for students to improve their speaking skills and build their confidence.
The best way to learn a language is to use it in context, so our class is designed around interactive activities, role plays and discussions that reflect situations you might encounter in everyday life.
Join us for an engaging and fun class that will take your French speaking skills to the next level!

This class is suitable for students of the Upper Elementary (A2) levels. 
Pace: 1.5 hours per week over 5 weeks

Are you looking for an opportunity to practice speaking French with other friendly students? Our Lunchtime Conversation Workshop offers a fun and supportive environment for students to improve their speaking skills and build their confidence.
The best way to learn a language is to use it in context, so our class is designed around interactive activities, role plays and discussions that reflect situations you might encounter in everyday life.
Join us for an engaging and fun class that will take your French speaking skills to the next level!

This class is suitable for students of the Upper Elementary (A2) levels. 
Pace: 1.5 hours per day over 2 days

Listening comprehension can be one of the hardest skills to master, especially when native speakers talk so quickly! Enhance your listening comprehension in this workshop using engaging audio documents. No more headaches trying to decipher what the French speakers say!

Suitable for students of the Upper Elementary (A2) level.

Pace: 2 hours over 1 day

Practice makes perfect! This class focuses on key grammar points from the Dossier 4 of Cosmopolite 2, ensuring you feel confident and supported in your learning journey. You will revise conditional present (how to express a wish or give advice), future, subjunctive present, and superlative (how to express superiority or inferiority).

Suitable for students from the Upper Elementary 3 level and up. 

Pace: 2.5 hours per day over 2 days

Do you want to give your pronunciation a leg up? Would you like to bring more flow to your speech and feel more confident in speaking French? Join us and learn to speak like a Frenchie!
This workshop is designed to help you improve your accent through practical pronunciation lessons, reading exercises and speaking practice.

This class is suitable for beginners and students from the Elementary (A1) levels through to Intermediate (B1) levels. 
Pace: 6 hours per week over 2 weeks

Congratulations, you’ve made it to the next stage of your learning journey: Upper Elementary!
Upper Elementary 1 will help you manage everyday interactions and tasks. Over the course of a semester, you'll learn how to maintain friendly relationships in French, develop communication skills through various media (such as phone calls, emails, and social media), and reflect on social connections. You'll also acquire the vocabulary and knowledge to shop for everyday products, from food to household items. The course includes interactive activities, role-playing, and real-life situations to help you gain confidence in managing both personal and practical aspects of life in a French-speaking environment.
This course is designed for students who have completed Elementary 6 or who have been assessed prior to enrolling.

Required textbook: Mon Alter Ego 2

Recommended book: Grammaire Progressive - Debutant (+ Answer book)

Pace: 2.5 hours per week over 10 weeks

You’ve cleared the hurdle of Upper Elementary 1, and you’re well on your way to mastering the French language! Upper Elementary 2 will focus on employment, life experience, and sport. You’ll learn how to look for a job and understand a job offer (Félicitations, bienvenue dans l’équipe!), as well as how to post a job ad as a business owner (Nous cherchons quelqu’un de motivé). Furthermore, you’ll be able to talk about your experiences (Je suis allé au zoo avec mes amis), and interpret advice and security instructions (Après être entré dans l’appartement, rappelle-toi de verrouiller la porte). Finally, you’ll learn how to plan a sporting weekend (Nous jouerons au foot, au tennis, et nous irons nager), and how to describe an unusual trip you’ve had.
This course is designed for students who have completed Upper Elementary 1 or who have been assessed prior to enrolling.
Required textbook: Cosmopolite 2
Recommended book: Grammaire Progressive - Debutant (+ Answer book)

Pace: 2.5 hours per week over 10 weeks

You’re making excellent progress in your French journey so far, and in Upper Elementary 4 you’ll dive deep into communication and relationships! In this course, you’ll learn how to describe people (Il est très optimiste), report information through indirect speech (Notre professeur nous dit qu’il faut étudier tous les jours), and express disagreement (Je ne suis pas du tout d’accord). You will also talk about relationships, convince people (Vous ne le regretterez pas!) and describe your state of mind. Finally, you’ll practice understanding and giving instructions (Vous faites la vaisselle et vous nettoyez la cuisine), and have some fun with writing a recipe!
This course is designed for students who have completed Upper Elementary 3 or who have been assessed prior to enrolling.
Required textbook: Cosmopolite 2
Recommended book: Grammaire Progressive - Intermediaire (+ Answer book)

Pace: 2.5 hours per week over 10 weeks

You’ve come so far and you’ve almost completed all the Upper Elementary courses! This course focuses on various aspects of daily life. You will learn how to use the imparfait to make a suggestion (Si on allait au musée ce week-end?), you’ll talk about a successful experience, as well as hygiene products and cosmetics (Si tu n’aimes pas ton shampooing, tu peux prendre le mien). You’ll also talk about the past and practice describing a memory (Quand j’étais enfant, j’avais une passion pour la langue française), understanding stories in the past with temporal markers (Avant d’être un magasin de luxe, c’était un simple marché). Finally, you’ll learn to express cause and consequence to justify an argument (C’est grâce à l’éducation que le monde peut s’améliorer).
This course is designed for students who have completed Upper Elementary 4 or who have been assessed prior to enrolling.
Required textbook: Cosmopolite 2
Recommended book: Grammaire Progressive - Intermediaire (+ Answer book)

Pace: 2.5 hours per week over 10 weeks

Start the year on the right foot with this revision workshop! You will focus on the main grammar points of the A2 level, making sure you start your next class feeling calm and ready.

Suitable for students at the end of the Upper Elementary (A2) or at the beginning of the Elementary (A1) levels. 

Pace: 2 hours per day over 5 days

Will 2025 be your meilleure year? Do you want to speak French mieux? When should you use de or que when comparing two things? Clear up any confusion great or small in this workshop all about comparatives.

Suitable for students from Upper Elementary 2 (A2) and onwards.

Pace: 2 hours over 1 day

Start the year strong and face your fear of the subjunctive! This workshop will guide you through the fundamentals of constructing and using the subjunctive. By the end of the session, you'll feel more confident to incorporate the subjunctive into your French conversations and writing.

Suitable for students of the Upper Elementary (A2) and Intermediate (B1) levels.

Pace: 2 hours over 1 day

How does a buttery alternative to a structured class sound to you? Register for our Conversation & Croissant class, and enjoy your Saturday mornings having a delicious french treat while sipping on coffee and flowing in French conversations!
Our Conversation & Croissant class is a great casual way to immerse yourself in the French language while surrounded by new friends.
Coffee and croissant included.  

This class is suitable for students from the end of the Intermediate (B1) level and above.

Pace: 1.25 hours per week over 10 weeks

Explore iconic trends, influential designers, and the evolution of French style through lively discussions and vocabulary-building exercises. Whether you're a fashion enthusiast or simply looking to refine your conversational skills, this workshop offers a stylish way to immerse yourself in French culture and language.
Let's practice your speaking skills on this very chic topic!

Suitable for students of the Upper Elementary (A2) and Intermediate (B1) levels.

Pace: 2 hours over 1 day

Explore the rich world of French music while enhancing your language skills. You can expect lyrics analysis, cultural insights, and engaging conversations. 
We'll delve into vocabulary, idiomatic expressions, and wordplay. We'll uncover the stories behind various songs, discuss historical events and artists, and interpret song themes—all in French.

Suitable for students of the Upper Elementary (A2) and Intermediate (B1) levels.

Pace: 2 hours per day over 2 days

You’ve completed all of your Elementary and Upper Elementary coursework, and now it’s time to step into the Intermediate zone! Intermediate 1 will help you talk all about your life in the big city. Learn how to talk about a city’s features and your feelings about them (J’adore les grands immeubles, mais il y a trop de vent dans cette ville), as well as how to identify criteria to help you choose where to live (J’ai besoin d’être proche d’un hôpital) and how to analyse a city’s ranking (Melbourne est magnifique, mais je pense que Montréal est mieux classée). Also learn how to exchange information about accommodation choices (Ne restez pas dans l’auberge près de la gare), and express your wishes and intentions (J’espère devenir célèbre!).
This course is designed for students who have completed Upper Elementary 6 or who have been assessed prior to enrolling.
Required textbook: Mon Alter Ego 3
Recommended textbook: Grammaire Progressive - Intermediaire (+ Answer book)

Pace: 2 hours per week over 10 weeks

You’ve completed all of your Elementary and Upper Elementary coursework, and now it’s time to step into the Intermediate zone! Intermediate 1 will help you talk all about your life in the big city. Learn how to talk about a city’s features and your feelings about them (J’adore les grands immeubles, mais il y a trop de vent dans cette ville), as well as how to identify criteria to help you choose where to live (J’ai besoin d’être proche d’un hôpital) and how to analyse a city’s ranking (Melbourne est magnifique, mais je pense que Montréal est mieux classée). Also learn how to exchange information about accommodation choices (Ne restez pas dans l’auberge près de la gare), and express your wishes and intentions (J’espère devenir célèbre!).
This course is designed for students who have completed Upper Elementary 6 or who have been assessed prior to enrolling.
Required textbook: Mon Alter Ego 3
Recommended textbook: Grammaire Progressive - Intermediaire (+ Answer book)

Pace: 2.5 hours per week over 10 weeks

You're well on your way in developing your intermediate skills, and now it's time to dive deep! Intermediate 3 is designed to help you form strong social connections in French and gain a greater appreciation of cultural differences. You'll learn to talk about hobbies and suggest outings (Et si on allait voir un spectacle?), express agreement and disagreement (Je ne suis pas vraiment convaincue), and talk about familial events. You'll also learn about cultural differences and discover new customs (En Inde, les fêtes de mariage durent entre 3 et 5 jours!).
This course is designed for students who have completed Intermediate 2 or who have been assessed prior to enrolling.
Required textbook: Cosmopolite 3
Recommended textbook: Grammaire Progressive - Intermediaire (+ Answer book)

Pace: 2.5 hours per week over 10 weeks

You're going strong on your French journey so far, let's keep this momentum going! Intermediate 4 uses the theme of the environment and sustainability to explore new language structures and vocabulary. You will talk about sustainable development and community relationships (Comment se confronter aux problèmes de voisinage?), express approval and reservations (C’est une idée intelligente, mais difficile à mettre en place) and debate a controversial subject. You’ll also learn to discuss ecogestures (Je trie mes déchets) and convince someone to take action (Soyez le changement que vous voulez voir!).
This course is designed for students who have completed Intermediate 3 or who have been assessed prior to enrolling.
Required textbook: Cosmopolite 3
Recommended textbook: Grammaire Progressive - Intermediaire (+ Answer book)

Pace: 2.5 hours per week over 10 weeks

In Intermediate 5, it’s time to get down to business! This course focuses on the theme of study and work so you will be fully equipped to discuss your career in French. You’ll learn the terms for the different types of qualifications (un diplôme, une licence, un master), speak about your experience and career path (J’ai un long parcours). You’ll also be able to express your motivations (Il est très important pour moi de mettre en pratique mes connaissances) as well as give and understand advice (Il faut être positif et motivé). You’ll evaluate your own personal and professional skills (Je fais un bilan de compétences, en prenant en compte toutes mes expériences).
This course is designed for students who have completed Intermediate 4 or who have been assessed prior to enrolling.
Required textbook: Cosmopolite 3
Recommended textbook: Grammaire Progressive - Intermediaire (+ Answer book)

Pace: 2.5 hours per week over 10 weeks

In this course, you will discuss traditional and online media and take a look at fake news. You will analyse the front page of a magazine (Que pensez-vous du thème choisi?), compare media (connaissez-vous les médias participatifs?), identify and analyse misinformation (vrai ou faux?), and learn how to gain the attention of an audience (nous nous mettons en scène) by explaining and arguing your opinion. 
This course is designed for students who have completed Intermediate 5 or who have been assessed prior to enrolling.
Required textbook: Cosmopolite 3
Recommended textbook: Grammaire Progressive - Intermediaire (+ Answer book)

Pace: 2.5 hours per week over 10 weeks

Congratulations! You're almost at the end of the intermediate level and you're getting at expressing yourself better each day. In Intermediate 8, you'll be on a whirlwind cultural tour of France as we discuss art, music, architecture and more! Your descriptive skills will be sharpened as you'll learn to compare (à la manière de; ressemble à), express enthusiasm using superlatives (la collection d'art contemporain la plus importante), and make both positive and negative comments (ça ne me dit rien; ça a l'air sublime). You'll also learn some more advanced grammatical points such as double pronominalisation (nous vous recommandons ce film) and using the infinitive to express time passing (après avoir fait l'école, il a été engagé).
This course is designed for students who have completed Intermediate 7 or who have been assessed prior to enrolling.
Required textbook: Cosmopolite 3
Recommended textbook: Grammaire Progressive - Intermediaire (+ Answer book)

Pace: 2.5 hours per week over 10 weeks

Join us for an engaging and interactive workshop centered around "La Parure", one of Guy de Maupassant’s celebrated short stories. This workshop offers an exciting opportunity to improve your language skills through literature. Explore the themes and discuss the complex characters in the story through group discussions, vocabulary building exercises and creative writing. 

Suitable for students of the Intermediate (B1) levels.

Pace: 3 hours over 1 day

Learn French with France’s number one news source!

In this interactive media course, you will improve your listening, conversation, and writing skills by watching news clips from TV5MONDE, the leading French TV channel in the world. This course is perfect for you if you would like to discover French-speaking media and boost your language skills using real-world sources. You will explore topics such as current events, history, pop culture, and more, all while sharpening your French.

In class, we’ll address questions such as:

• How do French media portray world events?
• What are the sentence structures and grammatical points used in news excerpts?
• How can you use these linguistic topics to improve your speaking skills?

Pace: 1.5 hours per week over 10 weeks

Listening comprehension can be one of the hardest skills to master, especially when native speakers talk so quickly! Enhance your listening comprehension in this workshop using engaging audio documents. No more headaches trying to decipher what the French speakers say!

Suitable for students of the Intermediate (B1) level.

Pace: 2 hours over 1 day

Do you want to give your pronunciation a leg up? Would you like to bring more flow to your speech and feel more confident in speaking French? Join us and learn to speak like a Frenchie!
This workshop is designed to help you improve your accent through practical pronunciation lessons, reading exercises and speaking practice.

This class is suitable for beginners and students from the Elementary (A1) levels through to Intermediate (B1) levels. 
Pace: 6 hours per week over 2 weeks

Start the year on the right foot with this revision workshop! You will focus on the main grammar points of the B1 level, making sure you start your next class feeling calm and ready.

Suitable for students at the end of the Intermediate (B1) or at the beginning of the Upper Intermediate (B2) levels.

Pace: 2 hours per day over 5 days

This 2-hour workshop is designed for participants with advanced French skills but beginners in acting - no need to be shy!

You’ll learn the basics of theatrical improvisation in a fun, interactive way, using French as your creative tool.

The session will begin with warm-up exercises to relax the body and voice, followed by simple improvisation games that focus on listening, reacting, and creating characters on the spot (or with a bit of time to think!). We’ll emphasize collaboration, creativity, and adapting to the unexpected.

The workshop will be conducted by Mrs Rita Reis, a versatile and internationally experienced performer, writer, and director, originally from Luxembourg and Portugal, with a rich background in theatre, film, and TV. 

Suitable for students of the Upper Intermediate (B2) and Advanced (C1) levels.

Pace: 2 hours over 1 day

Quench your thirst for French history with our captivating historical workshop!
This workshop will focus on la guerre des papes, the fascinating era when two popes—one Italian and one French—were elected for nearly a century. Why did this happen? Join us to uncover the story! Through interactive discussions and engaging historical documents, you'll gain insights into this iconic period while enhancing your French language skills.

Suitable for students of the Upper Intermediate (B2) and Advanced (C1) levels.

Pace: 2 hours over 1 day

Fancy a trip down memory lane? Upper Intermediate 2 focuses on the themes of history and memory to build the skills required to talk with precision about the past. You’ll describe different types of jobs in the past (Autrefois, l’allumeur de réverbères allumait les lampes dans les rues avec du feu), talk about childhood memories and describe situations using the 5 senses (Je me rappelle le jour où j’ai gouté une madeleine pour la première fois). You’ll also analyse different ways of storytelling, including the use of the literary past tense (Le passé simple) and speculate about hypotheticals in the past (Si j’avais vu l’invitation, j’aurais pu aller à la soirée).
This course is designed for students who have completed Upper Intermediate 1 or who have been assessed prior to enrolling.
Required textbook: Cosmopolite 4
Recommended textbook: Grammaire Progressive - Avancé (+ Answer book)

Pace: 2.5 hours per week over 10 weeks

At this point in your journey, you’re ready to dive deep into fascinating conversations! Focusing on the theme of society and social issues, Upper Intermediate 5 will help you express yourself in even more nuanced ways. You will discuss public health in different countries, and take a closer look at the use of gender in the French language. You’ll also practise using subjunctive clauses (Je suis contente que mon professeur m’ait bien expliqué le subjonctif!) as well as the passive voice (Le match a été annulé par le club de football). You’ll also discuss cultural phenomenons including politics and sports, and give nuanced comparisons (Les jeunes communiquent de plus en plus sur les réseaux sociaux).
This course is designed for students who have completed Upper Intermediate 4 or who have been assessed prior to enrolling.
Required textbook: Cosmopolite 4
Recommended textbook: Grammaire Progressive - Avancé (+ Answer book)

Pace: 2.5 hours per week over 10 weeks

In Upper Intermediate 6, you will learn to use your French skills to discuss important social issues and express your opinions clearly. Within the theme of biodiversity, climate change and social action, you will practise communications skills to provide reports (Le secteur crée aujourd’hui deux fois plus d’emplois pérennes qu la moyenne de l’économie traditionnelle), raise awareness and give recommendations (Nous visons 100% de plastiques recyclés d’ici 5 ans). You will also practise expressing hypotheses and regrets (On aurait dû prévenir le publique).
This course is designed for students who have completed Upper Intermediate 5 or who have been assessed prior to enrolling.
Required textbook: Cosmopolite 4
Recommended textbook: Grammaire Progressive - Avancé (+ Answer book)

Pace: 2.5 hours per week over 10 weeks

In Upper Intermediate 7, you’ll be diving into conversations about the place of work in our lives, professional culture and careers. You’ll learn about the management practices of French companies, discuss comparisons with your own experience and learn the modes of communication specific to the professional context. You’ll differentiate between direct and indirect speech (On se connait bien / elle dit qu’ils se connaissent bien), as well as standard and familiar registers (Perdre un document / Paumer un document). You’ll practice double pronominalisation to avoid repetition (Vous est-il possible de me la faxer ?), play around with French homonyms (S’est, se, c’est, ses) and learn useful expressions for adding nuance to your point of view (pour autant; sinon… du moins…).
This course is designed for students who have completed Upper Intermediate 6 or who have been assessed prior to enrolling.
Required textbook: Cosmopolite 4
Recommended textbook: Grammaire progressive du Francais - Avance

Pace: 2.5 hours per week over 10 weeks

In the final course of Upper Intermediate level, you’re honing the subtleties of French grammar and learning subject-specific vocabulary. In this course, you will discuss education and its development throughout history. You’ll describe the educational model of your country, discuss how it has changed over the years and express opinions on how it could be improved. You’ll describe wishes and goals (C’est une politique qui permette d’ancrer les fondamentaux), and encounter a variety of ways to describe the strength of probability (Il y a des fortes chances; il est peu probable que). You'll also learn some more advanced grammatical points such as suffixes for nominalising verbs into nouns (évoluer / l’évolution) and familiarise yourself with vocabulary for describing tone (ton neutre; ton agacé).
This course is designed for students who have completed Upper Intermediate 6 or who have been assessed prior to enrolling.
Required textbook: Cosmopolite 4
Recommended textbook: Grammaire progressive du Francais - Avance

Pace: 2.5 hours per week over 10 weeks

Feeling rusty? Start the year off on the right foot and revise all the main grammar points of the B2 level: past tenses, indirect speech in the past, conjunctions, and when to use indicatif or subjonctif after a verb.

Suitable for students at the end of the Upper Intermediate (B2) or at the beginning of the Advanced (C1) levels.

Pace: 2 hours per day over 5 days

Writing has become more prevalent in our society than ever before. This workshop aims to enhance your writing skills in French, so you can make the most of this essential communication tool.
Drawing inspiration from an interesting image, you'll have the opportunity to unleash your imagination and craft your own news item.

This class is suitable for students of Upper Intermediate (B2) levels. 
Pace: 2 hours per day over 2 days

Immerse yourself in the French language through the world of drama. This course is designed for advanced learners (B2-C1) who want to improve their fluency, boost their confidence, and enhance their speaking skills in a creative and dynamic environment.
Using theatre exercises and improvisation, you’ll explore French culture and literature. Whether you’re rehearsing a scene, performing a monologue, or engaging in group improvisations, you’ll develop a deeper understanding of the language, expand your vocabulary, and refine your pronunciation.
By the end of the course, you’ll be able to express yourself with more confidence, improve your listening and speaking skills, and enjoy the process of learning French through the art of performance.
Join us for a fun and engaging experience where French comes to life on stage!

Pace: 2 hours per week over 10 weeks

This 2-hour workshop is designed for participants with advanced French skills but beginners in acting - no need to be shy!

You’ll learn the basics of theatrical improvisation in a fun, interactive way, using French as your creative tool.

The session will begin with warm-up exercises to relax the body and voice, followed by simple improvisation games that focus on listening, reacting, and creating characters on the spot (or with a bit of time to think!). We’ll emphasize collaboration, creativity, and adapting to the unexpected.

The workshop will be conducted by Mrs Rita Reis, a versatile and internationally experienced performer, writer, and director, originally from Luxembourg and Portugal, with a rich background in theatre, film, and TV. 

Suitable for students of the Upper Intermediate (B2) and Advanced (C1) levels.

Pace: 2 hours over 1 day

Quench your thirst for French history with our captivating historical workshop!
This workshop will focus on la guerre des papes, the fascinating era when two popes—one Italian and one French—were elected for nearly a century. Why did this happen? Join us to uncover the story! Through interactive discussions and engaging historical documents, you'll gain insights into this iconic period while enhancing your French language skills.

Suitable for students of the Upper Intermediate (B2) and Advanced (C1) levels.

Pace: 2 hours over 1 day

Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of French language and culture through our interactive and engaging French classes. Designed to foster a deep understanding of the language and its rich cultural heritage, our Langue et Culture courses offer a holistic approach to learning that goes beyond grammar and vocabulary.

Whether your goal is to communicate fluently, prepare for international travel, or develop a deeper understanding of Francophone cultures, our courses ensure that you become a well-rounded French language enthusiast with a profound appreciation for the beauty and diversity of the French-speaking world.

Pace: 2 or 2.5 hours per day over 10 weeks

Proficient level courses focus on different themes each session, using authentic texts to inspire reflection, expand your vocabulary and perfect your linguistic skills in all four core competencies.
Proficient 1 themes:
- ‘Séries mania’ (le monde des séries et du cinéma)
- ‘SOS sens critique’ (l’éducation aux médias)

This course is designed for students who have completed Upper Intermediate 8 or who have been assessed prior to enrolling.
Required textbook: Edito C1

Pace: 2 hours per week over 10 weeks

Proficient level courses focus on different themes each session, using authentic texts to inspire reflection, expand your vocabulary and perfect your linguistic skills in all four core competencies.
Proficient 2 themes:
- ‘Ah la vache!’ (l’alimentation et la gastronomie)
- ‘La mémoire dans la peau’ (les connaissances scientifiques de la mémoire)

This course is designed for students who have completed Proficient 1 or who have been assessed prior to enrolling.
Required textbook: Edito C1

Pace: 2.5 hours per week over 10 weeks