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Learn French In Manchester

Learn French with Alliance Française, the UK's largest network of French speaking classes. 


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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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Beginners Taster Classes

Beginners Taster Class - Your First Step into French

Special courses
Discover how fun and accessible French can be in our Taster Class, the perfect introduction for complete beginners! Meet an experienced tutor, get a feel for our teaching style, and learn to greet, count, and order like a local. No experience needed, just curiosity and enthusiasm!



Course material will be provided by the teacher.
   

Come along and see how you find it – no commitment required!

Beginners 1 (A1.1)

Beginners 1 (A1.1)

Progress

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.



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

Progress

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.



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)

Beginners 1 (A1.1) Twice A Week

Progress

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.



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)

Beginners 1 Booster (A1.1)

Consolidate

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!


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)

Beginners 2 (A1.2)

Progress

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!


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

Progress

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!


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)

Beginners 2 (A1.2) Twice A Week

Progress

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!


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)

Beginners Conversation + Grammar (A1)

Speak

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!


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)

Speak

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!


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)

Speak

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!


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)

Elementary 1 (A1.3)

Progress

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!


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

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)

Elementary 2 (A1.4)

Progress

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 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

Progress

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 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

Pronunciation Clinic

Special courses

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!


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

Materials: Provided by the teacher.


Pace: Once a week x 1.5 hours (4.5 hours in total)
Foundational Conversation + Grammar

Foundational Conversation + Grammar (A1)

Speak

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 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)

Speak

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 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)

Elementary Conversation + Grammar (A1)

Speak

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 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 (A1)

Elementary Conversation + Grammar Altrincham Library (A1/A2)

Speak

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 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)

Improvers 1 (A2.1)

Progress

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 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

Progress

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 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)

Improvers 2 (A2.2)

Progress

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.


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)

Improvers 3 (A2.3)

Progress

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 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)

Improvers Grammar Clinic (A2)

Consolidate

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!


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.


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 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)

Consolidate

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!


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.


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 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)

French Chat (A1/A2)

Speak

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!


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.

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 £14

Materials: Provided by the teacher.


Pace: Once a week x 1.25 hours (5 hours in total)

French Chat (A1/A2)

Speak

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!


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.

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 £14

Materials: Provided by the teacher.


Pace: Once a week x 2 hours (6 hours in total)
1 Class / 1 Tense (A2)

1 Class / 1 Tense (A2)

Special courses

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!


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.



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 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)

Intermediate Conversation Plus (B1)

Speak

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!


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)

Speak

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!


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)

Intermediate Grammar Clinic (B1)

Consolidate

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!


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.


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 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)

French Chat (B1/B2)

Speak

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 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.


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 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)

French Chat (B1/B2)

Speak

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 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.


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 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

Discover France B1/B2

Special courses

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!


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!


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 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)

1 Class / 1 Pioneer (B1/B2)

Special courses

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!


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.


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.


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

Discover Francophonie B1/B2

Special courses

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!


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.


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 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)

Current Affairs (B1/B2)

Special courses

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!

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.


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)

Higher 3 (B2.3)

Progress

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 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)

Higher 5 (B2.5)

Progress

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!


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.

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 6 (B2.6)

Higher 6 (B2.6)

Progress

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 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+)

Higher Conversation (B2+)

Speak

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.


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.

Price per hour*: from £11

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+)

Higher Conversation + Grammar (B2+)

Speak

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.


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+)

Speak

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.


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 (B2+)

Higher Conversation + Grammar Altrincham Library (B2+)

Speak

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.


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

Higher Conversation Plus (B2+)

Speak

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.


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+)

Speak

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.


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)

Why Choose Alliance Française de Manchester?


Experienced Teachers

Learn from qualified professionals.

Small Class Sizes

Get personalised attention and rapid progress.

Cultural Events & Immersion

Experience French culture beyond the classroom with our events, film screenings, and social gatherings.

Flexible Learning Options

Join us in-person at our Manchester centre or learn online.

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