Learn French with Alliance Française, the UK's largest network of French speaking classes.
Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to refine your French skills, Alliance Française de Manchester offers a wide range of
French courses tailored to all levels and goals. As the official centre for French language and culture in Manchester, we provide expert
tuition in a friendly and immersive learning environment.
We offer a variety of classes and learning opportunities for people in the Manchester area to learn the French language.
Want to know when the next course starts? View our Terms and Exams Calendar.
We offer Private Tuition for those looking for a more bespoke learning experience, as well as Group French classes taught by specialist, qualified French teachers who run classes for all ages and abilities throughout the year onsite in Manchester city centre and online.
We also offer discounts for our group classes, these include:
All discounts are applied automatically for qualifying purchases
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Discover the foundations of French as you learn to introduce yourself, talk about your family, job and nationality, ask and answer
simple questions, and use everyday expressions with confidence. You'll also build essential grammar, numbers and vocabulary to start
communicating in French.
Discover the foundations of French as you learn to introduce yourself, talk about your family, job and nationality, ask and answer
simple questions, and use everyday expressions with confidence. You'll also build essential grammar, numbers and vocabulary to start
communicating in French.
Discover the foundations of French as you learn to introduce yourself, talk about your family, job and nationality, ask and answer
simple questions, and use everyday expressions with confidence. You'll also build essential grammar, numbers and vocabulary to start
communicating in French.
If
this is your first course with us, or you haven't taken one with us in over a year, you’ll need to take a quick level
assessment before enrolling.
Do it now by clicking here!
If
this is your first course with us, or you haven't taken one with us in over a year, you’ll need to take a quick level
assessment before enrolling.
Do it now by clicking here!
If
this is your first course with us, or you haven't taken one with us in over a year, you’ll need to take a quick level
assessment before enrolling.
Do it now by clicking here!
If
this is your first course with us, or you haven't taken one with us in over a year, you’ll need to take a quick level
assessment before enrolling.
Do it now by clicking here!
Materials:
If
this is your first course with us, or you haven't taken one with us in over a year, you’ll need to take a quick level
assessment before enrolling.
Do it now by clicking here!
If
this is your first course with us, or you haven't taken one with us in over a year, you’ll need to take a quick level
assessment before enrolling.
Do it now by clicking here!
Materials: Provided by the teacher.
If
this is your first course with us, or you haven't taken one with us in over a year, you’ll need to take a quick level
assessment before enrolling.
Do it now by clicking here!
If
this is your first course with us, or you haven't taken one with us in over a year, you’ll need to take a quick level
assessment before enrolling.
Do it now by clicking here!
If
this is your first course with us, or you haven't taken one with us in over a year, you’ll need to take a quick level
assessment before enrolling.
Do it now by clicking here!
If
this is your first course with us, or you haven't taken one with us in over a year, you’ll need to take a quick level
assessment before enrolling. Do it now by clicking here!
If
this is your first course with us, or you haven't taken one with us in over a year, you’ll need to take a quick level
assessment before enrolling.
Do it now by clicking here!
If
this is your first course with us, or you haven't taken one with us in over a year, you’ll need to take a quick level
assessment before enrolling.
Do it now by clicking here!
If
this is your first course with us, or you haven't taken one with us in over a year, you’ll need to take a quick level
assessment before enrolling.
Do it now by clicking here!
Develop your confidence in French by learning to talk about your lifestyle and habits, describe your town and places you've visited,
share experiences abroad, and recount past events in greater detail. You'll also learn to express yourself using richer vocabulary and more
varied sentence structures.
If
this is your first course with us, or you haven't taken one with us in over a year, you’ll need to take a quick level
assessment before enrolling.
Do it now by clicking here!
Each course is independent and can be taken on its own. The content and topics covered will vary from one session to another, so you
won’t be repeating exactly the same material if you continue.
Each course is independent and can be taken on its own. The content and topics covered will vary from one session to another, so you
won’t be repeating exactly the same material if you continue.
If
this is your first course with us, or you haven't taken one with us in over a year, you’ll need to take a quick level
assessment before enrolling.
Do it now by clicking here!
Each course is independent and can be taken on its own. The content and topics covered will vary from one session to another, so you
won’t be repeating exactly the same material if you continue.
From Improvers 1 or higher, or level assessment.
If
this is your first course with us, or you haven't taken one with us in over a year, you’ll need to take a quick level
assessment before enrolling.
Do it now by clicking here!
Each course is independent and can be taken on its own. The content and topics covered will vary from one session to another, so you
won’t be repeating exactly the same material if you continue.
From Improvers 1 or higher, or level assessment.
Each course is independent and can be taken on its own. The content and topics covered will vary from one session to another, so you
won’t be repeating exactly the same material if you continue.
Each course is independent and can be taken on its own. The content and topics covered will vary from one session to another, so you
won’t be repeating exactly the same material if you continue.
If
this is your first course with us, or you haven't taken one with us in over a year, you’ll need to take a quick level
assessment before enrolling.
Do it now by clicking here!
Each course is independent and can be taken on its own. The content and topics covered will vary from one session to another, so
you won’t be repeating exactly the same material if you continue.
If
this is your first course with us, or you haven't taken one with us in over a year, you’ll need to take a quick level
assessment before enrolling.
Do it now by clicking here!
Each course is independent and can be taken on its own. The content and topics covered will vary from one session to another, so
you won’t be repeating exactly the same material if you continue.
Each course is independent and can be taken on its own. The content and topics covered will vary from one session to another, so
you won’t be repeating exactly the same material if you continue.
Each course is independent and can be taken on its own. The content and topics covered will vary from one session to another, so
you won’t be repeating exactly the same material if you continue. From Intermediate 4 or higher, or level assessment.
Each course is independent and can be taken on its own. The content and topics covered will vary from one session to another, so
you won’t be repeating exactly the same material if you continue.
Improve your French while exploring the stories shaping the world today. Using authentic news stories, videos and lively class
discussions, you will build your confidence in speaking about social, cultural, environmental and political issues in France and beyond.
Each course is independent and can be taken on its own. The content and topics covered will vary from one session to another, so
you won’t be repeating exactly the same material if you continue.
If
this is your first course with us, or you haven't taken one with us in over a year, you’ll need to take a quick level
assessment before enrolling.
Do it now by clicking here!
If
this is your first course with us, or you haven't taken one with us in over a year, you’ll need to take a quick level
assessment before enrolling.
Do it now by clicking here!
Price per hour*: from £10
If
this is your first course with us, or you haven't taken one with us in over a year, you’ll need to take a quick level
assessment before enrolling.
Do it now by clicking here!
Develop your fluency and confidence through lively discussions and debates on a wide range of advanced topics inspired by French, British
and international news, culture and current affairs. This course is designed to help you express your ideas more naturally, expand your
vocabulary and refine your ability to communicate in French in a relaxed and stimulating environment.
Price per hour*: from £11
If
this is your first course with us, or you haven't taken one with us in over a year, you’ll need to take a quick level
assessment before enrolling.
Do it now by clicking here!
This class combines tailored grammar revision with discussion and debate on a range of advanced-level topics. A great way to
maintain and develop your vocabulary and fluency while keeping your grammar sharp.
Each course is independent and can be taken on its own. The content and topics covered will vary from one session to another, so you
won’t be repeating exactly the same material if you continue.
If
this is your first course with us, or you haven't taken one with us in over a year, you’ll need to take a quick level
assessment before enrolling.
Do it now by clicking here!
This class combines tailored grammar revision with discussion and debate on a range of advanced-level topics. A great way to
maintain and develop your vocabulary and fluency while keeping your grammar sharp.
Each course is independent and can be taken on its own. The content and topics covered will vary from one session to another, so you
won’t be repeating exactly the same material if you continue.
This class combines tailored grammar revision with discussion and debate on a range of advanced-level topics. A great way to
maintain and develop your vocabulary and fluency while keeping your grammar sharp.
Each course is independent and can be taken on its own. The content and topics covered will vary from one session to another, so you
won’t be repeating exactly the same material if you continue.
If
this is your first course with us, or you haven't taken one with us in over a year, you’ll need to take a quick level
assessment before enrolling.
Do it now by clicking here!
Develop your fluency, accuracy and confidence through engaging discussions on a wide range of contemporary topics. This course
combines conversation, authentic materials and language development activities to help you deepen your understanding of French, expand your
vocabulary, refine your pronunciation, consolidate key grammar points and communicate with greater spontaneity and precision.
Each course is independent and can be taken on its own. The content and topics covered will vary from one session to another, so
you won’t be repeating exactly the same material if you continue.
If
this is your first course with us, or you haven't taken one with us in over a year, you’ll need to take a quick level
assessment before enrolling.
Do it now by clicking here!
Develop your fluency, accuracy and confidence through engaging discussions on a wide range of contemporary topics. This course
combines conversation, authentic materials and language development activities to help you deepen your understanding of French, expand your
vocabulary, refine your pronunciation, consolidate key grammar points and communicate with greater spontaneity and precision.
Each course is independent and can be taken on its own. The content and topics covered will vary from one session to another, so
you won’t be repeating exactly the same material if you continue.
Beginners Taster Class - Your First Step into French
Course material will be provided by the teacher.
Beginners 1 (A1.1)
Price
per hour*:
from £10
Pre-requisite: None, suitable for complete beginners.
Materials:
Inspire 1 A1 - Livre de l'élève (Student's book): ISBN 9782015135755
Inspire 1 A1 - Cahier d'activités (Workbook): ISBN
9782015135762
- not included in the course price -
Pace: Once a week x 2.5 hours (20 hours in total)
Beginners 1 (A1.1) - 14 weeks
Price
per hour*:
from £10
Pre-requisite: None, suitable for complete beginners.
Materials:
Inspire 1 A1 - Livre de l'élève (Student's book): ISBN 9782015135755
Inspire 1 A1 - Cahier d'activités (Workbook): ISBN
9782015135762
- not included in the course price -
Pace: Once a week x 1.5 hours (21 hours in total)
EARLY SUMMER:
LATE SUMMER:
Beginners 1 (A1.1) Twice A Week
Price
per hour*:
from £10
Pre-requisite: None, suitable for complete beginners.
Materials:
Inspire 1 A1 - Livre de l'élève (Student's book): ISBN 9782015135755
Inspire 1 A1 - Cahier d'activités (Workbook): ISBN
9782015135762
- not included in the course price -
Pace: Twice a week x 2.5 hours (20 hours in total)
Beginners 1 Booster (A1.1)
Ready to put your French into practice and have some fun along the way? This lively and interactive course is designed to help you
revisit and reinforce the key language points covered in Beginners 1 through games, speaking activities and communicative tasks. Whether you
want to boost your confidence, refresh your memory or simply enjoy using the French you have already learned, this course offers plenty of
opportunities to speak, interact and build fluency in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere.
From Beginners 2 or level assessment.
Price per hour*: from £10
Materials: Provided by the teacher
Pace: Once a week x 2 hours (6 hours in total)
Beginners 2 (A1.2)
Build your confidence in French through practical communication activities focused on everyday life. Learn to describe people and places,
talk about your hobbies and interests, ask for and give directions, and discuss where you go and how you travel, while expanding your
vocabulary and strengthening your grammar.
Price
per hour*:
from £10
Materials:
Inspire 1 A1 - Livre de l'élève (Student's book): ISBN 9782015135755
Inspire 1 A1 - Cahier d'activités (Workbook): ISBN
9782015135762
- not included in the course price -
Pace: Once a week x 2.5 hours (20 hours in total)
Beginners 2 (A1.2) - 14 weeks
Build your confidence in French through practical communication activities focused on everyday life. Learn to describe people and places,
talk about your hobbies and interests, ask for and give directions, and discuss where you go and how you travel, while expanding your
vocabulary and strengthening your grammar.
Price
per hour*:
from £10
Materials:
Inspire 1 A1 - Livre de l'élève (Student's book): ISBN 9782015135755
Inspire 1 A1 - Cahier d'activités (Workbook): ISBN
9782015135762
- not included in the course price -
Pace: Once a week x 1.5 hours (21 hours in total)
EARLY SUMMER:
LATE SUMMER:
Beginners 2 (A1.2) Twice A Week
Build your confidence in French through practical communication activities focused on everyday life. Learn to describe people and places,
talk about your hobbies and interests, ask for and give directions, and discuss where you go and how you travel, while expanding your
vocabulary and strengthening your grammar.
Price
per hour*:
from £10
Materials:
Inspire 1 A1 - Livre de l'élève (Student's book): ISBN 9782015135755
Inspire 1 A1 - Cahier d'activités (Workbook): ISBN
9782015135762
- not included in the course price -
Pace: Twice a week x 2.5 hours (20 hours in total)
Beginners Conversation + Grammar (A1)
Build your confidence in spoken French through interactive activities and pronunciation practice. Revise and consolidate the key grammar,
vocabulary and everyday language covered in Beginners 1 and 2, while developing greater fluency and accuracy.
Each course is independent and can be taken on its own. The content and topics covered will vary from one session to another, so you
won’t be repeating exactly the same material if you continue.
From Elementary 1 or level assessment.
Price per hour*: from £11
Materials: Provided by the teacher
Pace: Once a week x 2 hours (8 hours in total)
Beginners Conversation + Grammar (A1)
Build your confidence in spoken French through interactive activities and pronunciation practice. Revise and consolidate the key grammar,
vocabulary and everyday language covered in Beginners 1 and 2, while developing greater fluency and accuracy.
Each course is independent and can be taken on its own. The content and topics covered will vary from one session to another, so you
won’t be repeating exactly the same material if you continue.
From Elementary 1 or level assessment.
Price per hour*: from £11
Materials: Provided by the teacher
Pace: Once a week x 2 hours (6 hours in total)
Beginners Conversation + Grammar (A1)
Build your confidence in spoken French through interactive activities and pronunciation practice. Revise and consolidate the key grammar,
vocabulary and everyday language covered in Beginners 1 and 2, while developing greater fluency and accuracy.
Each course is independent and can be taken on its own. The content and topics covered will vary from one session to another, so you
won’t be repeating exactly the same material if you continue.
From Elementary 1 or level assessment.
Price per hour*: from £11
Materials: Provided by the teacher
Pace: Once a week x 1.5 hours (6 hours in total)
Elementary 1 (A1.3)
Take your French further by learning to talk about your daily routine, arrange to meet friends, suggest outings, shop for food and clothes,
and handle everyday transactions with greater confidence. You'll also continue to build your grammar and expand your vocabulary through
practical communication.
Price per
hour*:
from £10
Inspire 1 A1 - Livre de l'élève (Student's book): ISBN 9782015135755
Inspire 1 A1 - Cahier d'activités (Workbook): ISBN 9782015135762
- not included in the course price -
Pace: Once a week x 2.5 hours (20 hours in total)
Elementary 2 (A1.4)
Develop your confidence in French as you learn to talk about your work and studies, describe places and homes, discuss holidays and the
weather, give advice and instructions, and talk about past and future events. You'll continue to expand your vocabulary and strengthen your
grammar through practical communication.
Price
per hour*:
from £10
Materials:
Inspire 1 A1 - Livre de l'élève (Student's book): ISBN 9782015135755
Inspire 1 A1 - Cahier d'activités
(Workbook): ISBN 9782015135762
- not included in the course price -
Pace: Once a week x 2.5 hours (20 hours in total)
Elementary 2 (A1.4) - 14 weeks
Develop your confidence in French as you learn to talk about your work and studies, describe places and homes, discuss holidays and the
weather, give advice and instructions, and talk about past and future events. You'll continue to expand your vocabulary and strengthen your
grammar through practical communication.
Price
per hour*:
from £10
Materials:
Inspire 1 A1 - Livre de l'élève (Student's book): ISBN 9782015135755
Inspire 1 A1 - Cahier d'activités
(Workbook): ISBN 9782015135762
- not included in the course price -
Pace: Once a week x 1.5 hours (21 hours in total)
Pronunciation Clinic
Improve your accent and understanding of spoken French! This practical workshop combines targeted pronunciation exercises to help you
develop a more confident, natural-sounding French accent. Through activities tailored to the needs of the group, you will train your ear,
refine your pronunciation, and gain a better understanding of how spoken French really sounds
Each course is independent and can be taken on its own. The content and topics covered will vary from one session to another, so you
won’t be repeating exactly the same material if you continue.
Suitable for all levels, from Elementary 2 to Higher
Price per hour*: from £10
Pace: Once a week x 1.5 hours (4.5 hours in total)
Foundational Conversation + Grammar (A1)
This course develops listening and speaking skills through guided discussions and practical tasks, alongside work on key language structure.
It helps you consolidate and reactivate key language from Beginners 1, Beginners 2 and Elementary 1, building confidence and fluency in
everyday situations, from introductions and routines to shopping, ordering food and making simple plans.
Each course is independent and can be taken on its own. The content and topics covered will vary from one session to another, so you
won’t be repeating exactly the same material if you continue.
From Elementary 2 or level assessment.
Price per hour*: from £11
Materials: Provided by the teacher
Pace: Once a week x 2 hours (8 hours in total)
Foundational Conversation + Grammar (A1)
This course develops listening and speaking skills through guided discussions and practical tasks, alongside work on key language structure.
It helps you consolidate and reactivate key language from Beginners 1, Beginners 2 and Elementary 1, building confidence and fluency in
everyday situations, from introductions and routines to shopping, ordering food and making simple plans.
Each course is independent and can be taken on its own. The content and topics covered will vary from one session to another, so you
won’t be repeating exactly the same material if you continue.
From Elementary 2 or level assessment.
Price per hour*: from £11
Materials: Provided by the teacher
Pace: Once a week x 2 hours (4 hours in total)
Elementary Conversation + Grammar (A1)
Develop your confidence in spoken French through engaging conversations and interactive activities on everyday topics such as holidays,
food, leisure, home and daily life. You'll also revise and consolidate the key grammar and vocabulary covered at A1 level, helping you
communicate with greater ease.
Each course is independent and can be taken on its own. The content and topics covered will vary from one session to another, so
you won’t be repeating exactly the same material if you continue.
From Improvers 1 or higher, or level assessment.
Price
per hour*:
from £11
Materials: Provided by the teacher.
Pace: Once a week x 2 hours (6 hours in total)
Elementary Conversation + Grammar Altrincham Library (A1/A2)
Develop your confidence in spoken French through engaging conversations and interactive activities on everyday topics such as holidays,
food, leisure, home and daily life. You'll also revise and consolidate the key grammar and vocabulary, helping you communicate with greater
ease.
Each session is independent and can be taken on its own. The content and topics covered will vary from one
session to another, so you won’t be repeating exactly the same material if you continue.
From Improvers 1 or higher, or level assessment.
Price
per hour*:
from £11
Materials: Provided by the teacher.
Pace: Once a week x 1.25 hours (10 hours in total)
Improvers 1 (A2.1)
Develop your confidence in French by learning to get to know people, talk about family and relationships, share recent news, describe
personality, and discuss your plans and goals. You'll also build more natural, varied sentences while strengthening your grammar and
vocabulary.
Price per hour*: from £10
Materials:
Inspire 2 A2 - Livre de l'élève (Student's book): ISBN 9782015135793
Inspire 2 A2 - Cahier d'activités (Workbook): ISBN 9782015135809
- not included in the course price -
Pace: Once a week x 2.5 hours (20 hours in total)
Improvers 1 (A2.1) - 14 weeks
Develop your confidence in French by learning to get to know people, talk about family and relationships, share recent news, describe
personality, and discuss your plans and goals. You'll also build more natural, varied sentences while strengthening your grammar and
vocabulary.
Price per hour*: from £10
Materials:
Inspire 2 A2 - Livre de l'élève (Student's book): ISBN 9782015135793
Inspire 2 A2 - Cahier d'activités (Workbook): ISBN 9782015135809
- not included in the course price -
Pace: Once a week x 1.5 hours (21 hours in total)
Improvers 2 (A2.2)
Price per hour*: from £10
Materials:
Inspire 2 A2 - Livre de l'élève (Student's book): ISBN 9782015135793
Inspire 2 A2 - Cahier d'activités (Workbook): ISBN 9782015135809
- not included in the course price -
Pace: Once a week x 2.5 hours (20 hours in total)
Improvers 3 (A2.3)
Develop your ability to express yourself in French by learning to give opinions, make suggestions, give advice using the subjunctive, and
express wishes and possibilities using the conditional. You'll also learn to communicate more naturally by using a wider range of structures
and avoiding repetition.
Price per hour*: from £10
Materials:
Inspire 2 A2 - Livre de l'élève (Student's book): ISBN 9782015135793
Inspire 2 A2 - Cahier d'activités (Workbook): ISBN 9782015135809
- not included in the course price -
Pace: Once a week x 2.5 hours (20 hours in total)
Improvers Grammar Clinic (A2)
Need a grammar refresh? This practical workshop is designed for students who want to consolidate the essential grammar covered in our
Elementary courses (A1). Through clear explanations and personalised practice in both French and English, you will strengthen your
understanding and gain confidence in using French more accurately.
From Elementary 2 or higher, or level assessment.
Price
per hour*:
from £13
Materials: Provided by the teacher.
Pace: Once a week x 2 hours (8 hours in total)
Improvers Grammar Clinic (A2)
Need a grammar refresh? This practical workshop is designed for students who want to consolidate the essential grammar covered in our
Elementary courses (A1). Through clear explanations and personalised practice in both French and English, you will strengthen your
understanding and gain confidence in using French more accurately.
From Elementary 2 or higher, or level assessment.
Price
per hour*:
from £13
Materials: Provided by the teacher.
Pace: Once a week x 2 hours (6 hours in total)
French Chat (A1/A2)
Build your confidence in spoken French through relaxed and engaging conversations on a variety of everyday topics, such as holidays,
leisure, food, home life and more. This course is a great opportunity to practise speaking, expand your vocabulary and become more
comfortable expressing yourself in French.
Price per hour*: from £14
Materials: Provided by the teacher.
Pace: Once a week x 1.25 hours (5 hours in total)
EARLY SUMMER:
LATE SUMMER:
French Chat (A1/A2)
Build your confidence in spoken French through relaxed and engaging conversations on a variety of everyday topics, such as holidays,
leisure, food, home life and more. This course is a great opportunity to practise speaking, expand your vocabulary and become more
comfortable expressing yourself in French.
Price per hour*: from £14
Materials: Provided by the teacher.
Pace: Once a week x 2 hours (6 hours in total)
1 Class / 1 Tense (A2)
Refresh and strengthen your French verb skills by focusing on a different tense each week, such as the present, imperfect, perfect or
future. You will learn how to conjugate key tenses, recognise them when reading and listening, and develop strategies to avoid confusion
between tenses. Each lesson will also help you practise using verbs appropriately in conversation.
From Improvers 3 or higher, or level assessment.
Price
per hour*: from £13
Materials: Provided by the teacher.
Pace: Once a week x 2 hours (8 hours in total)
Intermediate Conversation Plus (B1)
Designed for students who have completed our Intermediate courses or have an equivalent level, this class develops your speaking and
listening skills through lively discussions and authentic resources. As you build confidence and fluency, you will also strengthen your
grammar, expand your vocabulary and improve your pronunciation.
Each
course is independent and can be taken on its own. The content and topics covered will vary from one session to another, so you won’t
be repeating exactly the same material if you continue.
From Higher 1 or above, or level assessment.
Price per hour*: from £11
Materials: Provided by the teacher.
Pace: Once a week x 2 hours (8 hours in total)
Intermediate Conversation Plus (B1)
Designed for students who have completed our Intermediate courses or have an equivalent level, this class develops your speaking and
listening skills through lively discussions and authentic resources. As you build confidence and fluency, you will also strengthen your
grammar, expand your vocabulary and improve your pronunciation.
Each
course is independent and can be taken on its own. The content and topics covered will vary from one session to another, so you won’t
be repeating exactly the same material if you continue.
From Higher 1 or above, or level assessment.
Price per hour*: from £11
Materials: Provided by the teacher.
Pace: Once a week x 2 hours (4 hours in total)
Intermediate Grammar Clinic (B1)
Need a grammar refresh? This practical workshop is designed for students who want to consolidate the essential grammar covered in our
Improvers courses (A2). Through clear explanations and personalised practice in both French and English, you will strengthen your
understanding and gain confidence in using French more accurately.
From Intermediate 1 or higher, or level assessment.
Price
per hour*:
from £13
Materials: Provided by the teacher.
Pace: Once a week x 2 hours (4 hours in total)
French Chat (B1/B2)
Develop your confidence and fluency in French through engaging discussions and debates on a wide range of social, environmental and
current affairs topics. This informal conversation course will help you express your opinions, exchange ideas and communicate more
naturally.
From Intermediate 3 or higher, or level assessment.
Price per hour*: from £14
Materials: Provided by the teacher
Pace: Once a week x 1.25 hours (5 hours in total)
EARLY SUMMER:
LATE SUMMER:
French Chat (B1/B2)
Develop your confidence and fluency in French through engaging discussions and debates on a wide range of social, environmental and
current affairs topics. This informal conversation course will help you express your opinions, exchange ideas and communicate more
naturally.
From Intermediate 3 or higher, or level assessment.
Price per hour*: from £14
Materials: Provided by the teacher
Pace: Once a week x 2 hours (6 hours in total)
Discover France B1/B2
In this conversation-based course, you will tour beautiful and fascinating French regions. From culture and society to gastronomy through
history, architecture and geography, uncover the secrets of what makes each area so special and unique and… practise your French!
From Intermediate 3 or above, or level assessment.
Price
per hour*: from £14
Materials: Provided by the teacher.
Pace: Once a week x 2 hours (6 hours in total)
1 Class / 1 Pioneer (B1/B2)
Discover the French-speaking world through inspiring pioneers who have shaped history across science, arts, politics, sport and culture.
In each session, you will improve your speaking and listening skills while exploring the lives and achievements of remarkable francophone
figures such as Louis Pasteur, Alexandra David-Néel or Jacques-Yves Cousteau.
Price
per hour*:
from £14
Materials: Provided by the teacher.
Pace: Once a week x 2 hours (4 hours in total)
Discover Francophonie B1/B2
In this conversation-based course, you will explore French-speaking countries through a virtual cultural journey. You might discover places
such as Canada, Senegal, Switzerland, Haiti, Madagascar, or Belgium. Through short texts, videos, and class discussion, you’ll explore the
diversity of the francophone world - its history, geography, daily life, and rich cultural traditions - while also sharing your own travel
stories.
From Intermediate 3 or above, or level assessment.
Price
per hour*: from £14
Materials: Provided by the teacher.
Pace: Once a week x 2 hours (8 hours in total)
Current Affairs (B1/B2)
From Intermediate 5 or above, or level assessment.
Price
per hour*:
from £14
Materials: Provided by the teacher.
Pace: Once a week x 2 hours (6 hours in total)
Higher 3 (B2.3)
Develop your ability to communicate with precision in French through discussions on history, travel, culture and the natural world. You'll
learn to present information clearly, describe places and experiences in detail, compare different perspectives and explore cultural topics
with greater nuance.
From Higher 1 to Higher 5 or level assessment.
Please note that there is not a significant difference in difficulty between Higher levels 1 to 5; the main variation lies in the themes
covered, so they may be taken in any order, but all five must be completed before progressing to Higher 6.
Price per hour*: from £10
Materials:
Edito B2 - Livre de l'élève (Student's book) - ISBN9782278103669
Edito B2 - Cahier d'activités (Workbook) - ISBN9782278103676
Please note that this is the 4th edition. You should check that the ISBN corresponds to the references above.
- not included in course price -
Pace: Once a week x 2.5 hours (20 hours in total)
Higher 5 (B2.5)
Strengthen your fluency and confidence in French by exploring topics such as social inequalities, language evolution and ways of living
together. You'll develop your ability to argue your viewpoint, understand different perspectives and use language more effectively in a
variety of situations.
From Higher 1 to Higher 5 or level assessment.
Please note that there is not a significant difference in difficulty between Higher levels 1 to 5; the main variation lies in the themes
covered, so they may be taken in any order, but all five must be completed before progressing to Higher 6.
Materials:
Edito B2 - Livre de l'élève (Student's book) - ISBN9782278103669
Edito B2 - Cahier d'activités (Workbook) - ISBN9782278103676
Please note that this is the 4th edition. You should check that the ISBN corresponds to the references above.
- not included in course price -
Pace: Once a week x 2.5 hours (20 hours in total)
Higher 6 (B2.6)
Develop your ability to express and defend your ideas in French through discussions on technology, artificial intelligence and art. You'll
learn to present nuanced opinions, debate contemporary issues, discuss personal experiences and express your reactions with greater
precision.
Price per hour*: from £10
Pre-requisite:
- All levels from Higher 1 to Higher 5 must have been completed before progressing to Higher 6.
or
- Level assessment.
Materials:
Edito B2 - Livre de l'élève (Student's
book) - ISBN9782278103669
Edito B2 - Cahier d'activités (Workbook) - ISBN9782278103676
Please note that this is the 4th edition. You should check that the ISBN corresponds to the references above.
- not included in course price -
Pace: Once a week x 2.5 hours (20 hours in total)
Higher Conversation (B2+)
Each course is independent and can be taken on its own. The content and topics covered will vary from one session to another, so
you won’t be repeating exactly the same material if you continue.
Pre-requisite: Teacher advice or Level assessment.
Materials: Provided by the teacher.
Pace: Once a week x 2 hours (8 hours in total)
Higher Conversation + Grammar (B2+)
Price per hour*: from £10
Pre-requisite: Teacher advice or Level assessment.
Materials: Provided by the teacher.
Pace: Once a week x 2.5 hours (10 hours in total)
Higher Conversation + Grammar (B2+)
Price per hour*: from £10
Pre-requisite: Teacher advice or Level assessment.
Materials: Provided by the teacher.
Pace: Once a week x 3 hours (12 hours in total)
Higher Conversation + Grammar Altrincham Library (B2+)
Price per hour*: from £10
Pre-requisite: Teacher advice or Level assessment.
Materials: Provided by the teacher
Pace: Once a week x 1.5 hours (12 hours in total)
Higher Conversation Plus (B2+)
Price per hour*: from £10
Pre-requisite: Teacher advice or Level assessment.
Materials: Provided by the teacher.
Pace: Once a week x 3 hours (12 hours in total)
Higher Conversation Plus (B2+)
Price per hour*: from £10
Pre-requisite: Teacher advice or Level assessment.
Materials: Provided by the teacher.
Pace: Once a week x 3 hours (9 hours in total)
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