FRENCH STUDY GUIDE 2018


CREA-Langues offers French language classes with personalised teaching in the unique setting of a renovated monastery in sunny Provence


accommodation options, and can help organise a homestay in Cannes, a self-catering apartment near the school, a hotel or a holiday apartment. +33 (0)6 77 60 17 65  www.frenchsummerclasses.com


Kinder Exchange, Fontainebleau


Based an hour southeast of Paris, in Fontainebleau, Kinder Exchange is dedicated to forging bonds between students in France and the EU. Its high- calibre language and cultural immersion exchanges provide a fun way to experience life in another country, matching children and teenagers (aged 11-18) of the same age, with the same hobbies and a similar home environment for maximum compatibility. Students stay together for an equal amount of time in each home, learning to speak a foreign language, be open-minded about another culture and participate in family life abroad – not to mention exploring a completely new and exciting environment.  kinderexchange.org/english


Université Paris-Sorbonne, Paris


Located in the capital’s historic Latin Quarter, the Paris- Sorbonne University welcomes French learners of all abilities. It offers 60-hour courses, divided into six hours a day, with optional cultural activities to further enrich the experience. There’s a maximum of 16 people


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per group, perfectly striking that diffi cult balance between quality and quantity. Accommodation arrangements can be made, plus there’s online registration, so it’s advisable to head to the website for full details of courses and registration fees. Paris-Sorbonne University is the main inheritor of the old Sorbonne, which dates back to the 13th century and was one of Europe’s fi rst universities. +33 (0)1 53 42 30 39  www.paris-sorbonne.fr/ universite-ete


Centre International d’Études des Langues (CIEL), Strasbourg The CIEL de Strasbourg is an international French language school specialising in intensive French classes, general and business French, with 30 years’ experience in teaching French to foreign adults. Whether professionals or students, young or not so young, international company executives or French teachers abroad, many people have benefi ted from studying in this friendly environment. Located within the training division of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Strasbourg since 1999, the new premises are spacious, bright and comfortable, with a multimedia laboratory, free internet access and numerous communal areas. The establishment has been granted the prestigious Label Qualité FLE, guaranteeing top service, state-of-the-art teaching and quality training.  www.ciel-strasbourg.org


CREA-Langues, Provence Adults are invited to study with CREA-Langues in a renovated monastery in the heart of the Parc régional du Verdon, 6km from Moustiers-Sainte-Marie. French classes are held in small groups, with a personalised approach focusing on communication. Teaching staff are on hand all day and French is practised from morning until evening, with optional private tuition, so there’s ample opportunity to develop your speaking and listening skills on a daily basis. Students can also discover the natural and cultural heritage of Provence. The warm climate and gourmet cuisine only add to the pleasure of your stay, whether it’s for one week (for intensive study), a fortnight (for immersion) or three weeks (if you combine the two courses).  www.crealangues.com


Bordeaux International School (BIS), Bordeaux Since 1987, Bordeaux International School has provided a bilingual education from early learning stages to high school in an exceptional multicultural environment. A testament to the school’s profi ciency, it’s been accredited by the Council of International Schools as a school of excellence since 2000. With more than 25 years’ teaching experience in foreign languages, regularly updated with active, modern methods of teaching and learning, BIS offers lessons,


courses and workshops to young people from other schools. Overseas students aged 14-18 are encouraged to consider BIS if they wish to devote one or two years to acquiring exceptional language skills in foreign languages, while preparing recognised international diplomas (IGCSE and Advanced Level), which give access to universities in France and worldwide. It’s also possible to prepare for the DELF diploma.  www.bordeaux-school.com


Idiom, Nice


Idiom is a language school offering programmes for adults, adapted to the needs of families, seniors or professionals. Learners can benefi t from private lessons or small group classes on a general or specialised course, ensuring quality service as well as fl exibility. Plus, smaller classes guarantee active participation and the chance for everyone to take part. As the institute can’t receive more than 50 students at a time, those who join will be made welcome in a personal and warm-hearted way.


Lessons focus on the four skills defi ned by the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR): written and oral comprehension, and written and oral production. Students will progress quickly and effi ciently, with the chance to practise French every day and learn its intricacies.  www.idiom-school.com


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