FRENCH STUDY GUIDE 2018


The Alpine French School is ideal for combining study with mountain sports; north of the Alps, a course at the CLA will enable you to explore the natural beauty of Franche-Comté traditional – and less


conventional – French courses, including intensive language courses, weekly group lessons, conversation classes, Skype sessions and summer camps. There’s also scope to pair a French course with sporting activities such as skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, hiking and climbing! Or, for those preferring to put their feet up in the free hours, Morzine is a perfect place to relax, whether you are soaking up the scenery or rejuvenating in a spa. The resort is just one hour from Geneva, and transfers to and from the city can be arranged. +33 (0)4 50 79 08 38 info@alpinefrenchschool.com  www.alpinefrenchschool.com


Millefeuille Provence, Provence


Study French surrounded by the romantic vineyards of Provence. In small groups of two to four trainees, you’ll knuckle down and study in the attractive 18th-century Château Correnson near popular Avignon. The programme is 50 hours per week, split between classes (30 hours) and activities (20 hours) for a mix of fun and learning. With the support of qualified, experienced teaching staff – who are also available for conversation during breaks, lunches and some evening events – communication will become a genuine pleasure. +33 (0)9 70 35 32 29  www.millefeuille-provence.com


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Centre de Linguistique Appliquée, Franche-Comté Founded in 1958, The CLA in Besançon has a long, rich history. It claims to be one of the very first schools to develop a practical method of teaching foreign languages based on research into linguistics, and uses modern methods and equipment such as laboratories, communicative approaches and self-learning processes. The CLA is now part of the Université de Franche-Comté, and about 4,000 students receive training at the institution every year. The CLA teaches about ten languages in total, including French as a foreign language (FLE), and also offers teacher training, research and development, academic research, and worldwide missions for educational and cultural institutions of French and foreign embassies, especially the Ministries of Foreign Affairs and National Education. The CLA is a member of the Campus FLE and partner of the Agence Campus France. See the website for details of its qualifications, courses and prices.  cla.univ-fcomte.fr


Inflexyon, Lyon


Inflexyon has been inviting people to learn French in the beautiful city of Lyon since 2006. The school offers courses of 17, 27 or 30 lessons, depending on the student’s requirements, from beginner to advanced levels. Alongside the lessons are


workshops, night classes and guided tours – with the rather handy option of designing your own personalised programme. “I chose Inflexyon for its central location in Lyon (near a Métro line and the large opera house) and for the flexibility and variety of classes available, and ended up liking it for many other reasons,” remarked a student who recently studied at C1 level. “The classes themselves are great, largely due to the knowledgeable staff and an open-format class structure.”  www.inflexyon.com


French in the Dordogne, Dordogne


This dedicated language holiday company can be found in Le Bourdil Blanc, a gorgeous, ivy-coated manor house near Bergerac. Offering week-long breaks, French in the Dordogne promises an inspiring immersion course with half the day spent in class and the other spent on trips, all the while practising spoken French. The residential weeks aim to minimise stress from travelling and boost enjoyment from being in France at its most beautiful. +33 (0)5 53 22 76 08 jane@dordognerental.com  www.frenchinthedordogne.com


Cours-à-Cucugnan, Aude Enrol in private or group French lessons in the leafy hilltop village of Cucugnan for a study experience abroad with a difference. Run by Claire


Campbell, an experienced Oxford graduate, the programme is designed to help anyone master French, whether they need intensive one-on-one classes or more relaxed, sociable group sessions. The standard course spans Monday to Friday, comprising busy study mornings with free afternoons to discover the Cathar castles overlooking Cucugnan, swim in the sea or simply enjoy the many excellent restaurants. For accommodation, there’s a charming apartment available to rent on the top floor of a 19th-century house, with an air-conditioned bedroom, bathroom, living room and kitchen, plus wi-fi and amenities. +33 (0)9 74 56 34 05  www.cours-a-cucugnan.com


Passeport pour les Langues, Cannes


Based on the French Riviera, Passeport pour les Langues’s French Summer Classes programme provides a chance to brush up on your French in one of the country’s most glamorous areas. From June through to August, the course is open to children, teenagers and adults alike, making it the perfect choice for families looking to learn as a unit. Groups are small for more efficient learning, and lessons take a rounded approach by addressing speaking, listening, reading and writing skills, as well as grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation. The company also takes special care in selecting the best


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