French Language Course for Beginners

Targeted to A1 (Beginners) speakers.Read more

At the A1 CEFR level, a language learner can understand and use very basic expressions to satisfy concrete needs.

Cross-Curricular.Read more

The listed audiences are those for whom the course is especially recommended, but courses are not exclusive to them and are open to everyone. In fact, most of our workshops are built around the collective sharing of participants’ experiences and having a variety of profiles enriches the learning process and is highly encouraged!

Description

Are you looking to start your French language journey? Do you want to learn about French culture beyond the textbook? If yes, this course is for you!

With this French language course for beginners, you will have the chance to learn proper French and get an insight into the rich French culture.

You will be able to observe different teaching methods and broaden your understanding of your profession.

The course includes morning language lessons tailored to your skill level and needs, whether you are a complete beginner or have some prior knowledge.

By the end of this course, you will have gained a deeper understanding of the French language and culture through firsthand experiences and guidance from local professional tutors.

You will leave with new tools to enhance your teaching skills, a fresh perspective on your profession, and the ability to compare different learning and teaching methods.

Please note: we offer two more sessions in the afternoon on Tuesday and Thursday and also one workshop on Wednesday. 

What is included

 Unmatched Support: full day chat assistance

 Erasmus+ Fundable: eligible for KA1 grants

 Flexibility Guaranteed: easy changes with minimal restrictions

 360° experience: from coffee breaks to cultural visits

 Certificate of attendance: 5 hours per day, 30 hours total

 Post-Course Training: 100€ voucher on 40+ online courses

Learning outcomes

The course will help the participants to:

  • Enhance their speaking and listening skills in French;
  • Build a foundation for understanding and using basic French grammar and vocabulary;
  • Develop their confidence in using the French language in everyday situations;
  • Gain an introduction to French culture, including customs and traditions;
  • Acquire hands-on experience in practicing their language skills through interactive activities and exercises.

Tentative schedule

Day 1 – Course introduction

  • Course and weekly activity overview;
  • Getting to know the school and fellow participants;
  • Greetings, introducing yourself (name, nationality, profession);
  • Basic classroom vocabulary and instructions;
  • Setting individual learning goals.

Day 2 – Everyday basics

  • Grammar: present tense of regular -er verbs, subject pronouns;
  • Vocabulary: numbers, days, months, polite expressions;
  • Speaking: asking/answering basic questions (Where are you from? What do you do?);
  • Listening: short dialogues (introductions, asking for something);
  • Pair practice: structured mini-conversations.

Day 3 – Talking about yourself and others

  • Grammar: être, avoir, gender and articles (un/une/le/la);
  • Vocabulary: family, nationalities, hobbies;
  • Speaking: describing people and giving basic details;
  • Writing: filling out a basic form, and writing short sentences.

Day 4 – Basic grammar and conversation for beginners

  • Grammar: basic questions (où, quand, comment…), singular/plural nouns;
  • Vocabulary: places in town, transport, food and drink;
  • Speaking: ordering in a café, asking for directions;
  • Roleplay: everyday dialogues.

Day 5 – Reinforce grammar concepts and conversation for beginners

  • Grammar: review of key points from the week;
  • Vocabulary: survival phrases for travel and daily life;
  • Speaking: short guided conversations and roleplays;
  • Group activity: performing a mini-dialogue;
  • Final discussion: how to continue learning French.

Day 6 – Course closure and cultural activities

  • Course evaluation: round-up of acquired competencies, feedback, and discussion;
  • Awarding of the course Certificate of Attendance;
  • Excursion and other external cultural activities.
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You can register for any date, even if it's not yet confirmed, especially if you're interested in courses several weeks away. Once we have a few more enrollments, we will confirm the date. If we are unable to confirm it, we will offer you alternative options.

Each Academy within the network operates independently and is legally established in the country where its courses are delivered.

Nice

Price: 480€*
OID: E10279002
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    29 Jun - 4 Jul 2026
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    13-18 Jul 2026
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    10-15 Aug 2026
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    31 Aug - 5 Sep 2026
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    14-19 Sep 2026
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    12-17 Oct 2026
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    9-14 Nov 2026
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    30 Nov - 5 Dec 2026
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    14-19 Dec 2026
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    11-16 Jan 2027
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    8-13 Feb 2027
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    8-13 Mar 2027

Nice (480€*)4.76/5

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    29 Jun - 4 Jul 2026
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    13-18 Jul 2026
  • Open to enrollments
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    10-15 Aug 2026
  • Open to enrollments
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    31 Aug - 5 Sep 2026
  • Open to enrollments
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    14-19 Sep 2026
  • Open to enrollments
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    12-17 Oct 2026
  • Open to enrollments
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    9-14 Nov 2026
  • Open to enrollments
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    30 Nov - 5 Dec 2026
  • Open to enrollments
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    14-19 Dec 2026
  • Open to enrollments
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    11-16 Jan 2027
  • Open to enrollments
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    8-13 Feb 2027
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    8-13 Mar 2027

Cultural Activities

  • 2.5-hour guided tour of Nice (on Monday afternoon)
  • One of the following (on Saturday)
    • Coastal Cruise (Mid-Oct to May)
    • Gourmet Tour
    • Cannes Eco tour (May to Mid-October)
    • Boat trip to Mala Beach and Snorkelling (May to Mid-October)

*A 60 € late registration fee will be applied if you register less than 8 weeks before the course start date.
All prices are VAT included or not due.

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