Course content
In the course, all errors are corrected until the student's production "sounds" French: pronunciation, vocabulary, structure, verb conjugation and music (prosody).
To help the student integrate the language gradually, according to each person's needs, the teacher encourages them to touch, manipulate, move, show, speak, look, listen, search...
The teacher adapts to the level and needs of each student. The topics covered in class are determined by the students' mistakes or questions.
Students always work on the aspects of the language (a particular structure, vocabulary, a new tense...) that interest them and that they need at that time.
Beginner level
The student first works on the pronunciation of all the sounds of French, then on sentence structures. The student enters the language orally before writing.
Intermediate level
The student discovers, practices, and gradually integrates the main language points (principal structures, conjugations, everyday vocabulary, and related topics). The course also includes more time for oral and written expression (comprehension and expression).
High levels
The student deepens their knowledge of the French language, and the course includes a lot of oral expression (conversations, opinions). The reading comprehension exercises are more complex and contain more specific vocabulary.
Option: Biblical French
Students who choose this option work on vocabulary, pronunciation of biblical names, prayer, Bible stories, etc.
It is also possible to hold Bible studies, small worship services, and Christian songs.
Equipment used
small objects
images
texts
audio and audiovisual documents
exercise books (depending on the profiles)
Advanced training courses
After completing their learning program, students who want a tutor to continue improving their French language skills (while starting their job) can take an improvement course, for one or two hours per week: the student chooses what they want to work on and improve.
Online courses
Online courses are the same price as in-person courses. A white screen and a digital version of the course materials are shared. We use WhatsApp for video conferencing.
In-person classes
The lessons can be at your home or near your home - for example in your town's media library - depending on the possibilities.
Timetable
The schedule is flexible and personalized. Hours are defined according to your availability and wishes, to be compatible with your obligations (for example, dropping off and picking up the children from school).
It is possible to have classes from Monday to Friday, from 8:30 am to 6:00 pm, up to a maximum of 20 hours per week. It is possible to combine online classes with in-person classes, or to take private lessons in addition to group classes.
Examples of timetables
20 hours (one group)
20 hours (various groups)
16 hours
10 hours
2 hours
Holidays
To be defined together, whether or not they coincide with school holidays. Possibility of taking longer holidays in the summer.
School holidays 2026-2027
Back to school
All Saints' Day holidays
Christmas holidays
Winter holidays
Spring break
Summer holidays
Sept. 1st
from Oct. 17th to Nov. 1st
from Dec. 19th to Jan. 3rd
from February 6th to 21st
from April 3rd to 18th
July 3rd
Assessment
Each student is assessed regularly. The assessment can be done remotely or in person.
Formative assessment:
Every two months, an evaluation on the points worked on in the previous period.
Level assessment:
An assessment is conducted every four months to determine the level.
A1
Level discovery. You can introduce yourself, understand and use very familiar, everyday expressions, and communicate in very simple terms if the other person speaks slowly and clearly and is willing to help.
A2
Level middelman. You can communicate in simple, routine situations; exchange simple, straightforward information on familiar topics; talk about your daily life, your immediate surroundings, or topics related to immediate needs; and understand isolated phrases and frequently used expressions in everyday contexts (such as simple personal and family information, shopping, work, etc.).
BASIC
The Council of Europe has defined 6 levels for the acquisition of a foreign language.
B1
Level threshold. You can handle most situations encountered while traveling on your own. You can understand the main points of a conversation if the language is clear and standard, and if the topic is familiar (work, school, leisure, etc.), and you can produce simple, coherent speech on familiar topics and within your areas of interest. You can describe an event, an experience, or a dream; talk about your hopes or goals; and briefly explain a plan or an idea.
B2
Level advanced. You can understand the main points of concrete or abstract topics in complex texts, including technical ones if they are within your field of expertise. You can communicate spontaneously and fluently with a native speaker. You can express yourself clearly and in detail on a wide range of topics, develop your opinion on a current issue, and present the pros and cons of different options.
INDEPENDENT
C1
Level experienced. You can understand long and difficult texts as well as implied meanings. You can express yourself spontaneously and fluently without having to search for words, and use the language effectively and flexibly in social, professional, or academic contexts. You can discuss complex topics clearly and in a well-structured manner, and demonstrate a clear command of the linguistic tools for organizing, articulating, and linking discourse.
C2
Level mastery. You can effortlessly understand virtually everything you read or hear. You can coherently summarize facts or arguments from a variety of written and spoken sources. You speak spontaneously, very fluently, and precisely, clearly conveying subtle nuances of meaning when discussing complex topics.
PROFICIENT
Learning duration
Every case is different, so it’s impossible to say for sure what level will be reached and how long it will take!
Estimated timeframe in a group of 6 or more at 20 hours per week:
Complete beginner → A1: approximately 7 weeks (140 hours).
A1 → A2: approximately 7 weeks (140 hours).
A2 → B1: approximately 14 weeks (280 hours).
B1 → B2: approximately 14 weeks (280 hours).
Estimated timeframe in a group of 2-5 students at 15 hours per week:
Complete beginner → A1: approximately 7 weeks (105 hours).
A1 → A2 : approximately 7 weeks (105 hours).
A2 → B1 : approximately 14 weeks (210 hours).
B1 → B2 : approximately 14 weeks (210 hours).
Estimated timeframe in one-on-one lessons at 10h per week:
Complete beginner → A1: approximately 7 weeks (70 hours).
A1 → A2 : approximately 7 weeks (70 hours).
A2 → B1 : approximately 14 weeks (140 hours).
B1 → B2 : approximately 14 weeks (140 hours).
