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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
Learn from qualified professionals.
Get personalised attention and rapid progress.
Experience French culture beyond the classroom with our events, film screenings, and social gatherings.
Join us in-person at our Manchester centre or learn online.
Loving Alliance Française Manchester? If you introduce a friend, we'll give you both £15 toward future classes or
events with the Alliance!
Unsure of your level? Click here to take a placement test
Course material will be provided by the teacher.
Come along and see how you find it – no commitment required!
Learn to introduce yourself, talk about your nationality and job, give personal details, ask and answer common questions, and understand simple phrases, numbers, and basic verbs.
Price
per hour*:
from £9.50
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 -
Learn to introduce yourself, talk about your nationality and job, give personal details, ask and answer common questions, and understand simple phrases, numbers, and basic verbs.
Price
per hour*:
from £9.50
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 -
In this course you will learn how to order at a restaurant, talk about the weather, tell the time and give and understand directions.
Price
per hour*:
from £9.50
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 -
In this course you will learn how to order at a restaurant, talk about the weather, tell the time and give and understand directions.
Price
per hour*:
from £9.50
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 -
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 course, you will focus on speaking and listening practice, with short discussions on everyday topics, group activities and
pronunciation exercises. You will also refresh key language notions covered in Beginner levels.
Each 4-week 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 Elementary 1 or level assessment.
Price per hour*: from £9.80
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!
In this course, you will refresh key notions from our Beginner levels, build confidence and get ready for the next level, with
plenty of chances to practise speaking. It’s ideal if you’re returning to French after a break or want some structured revision before
joining one of our Elementary classes.
From Elementary 1 or level assessment.
Price per hour*: from £9.60
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!
In this course, you will learn how to describe your daily routine and plans for the week ahead, and how to shop for clothes and food in
French.
Price per
hour*:
from £9.50
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 -
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 course, you will learn how to describe your daily routine and plans for the week ahead, and how to shop for clothes and food in
French.
Price per
hour*:
from £9.50
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 -
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 course, you will learn how to describe people, give advice and instructions, talk about your studies and express yourself in the
past tense.
Price
per hour*:
from £9.50
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 -
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 course, you will learn how to describe people, give advice and instructions, talk about your studies and express yourself in the
past tense.
Price
per hour*:
from £9.50
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 -
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!
An informal conversation course, where you will discuss topics such as holidays, weekend activities, food, leisure, house and home etc.
Each 4-week 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 £9.90
Materials: Provided by the teacher.
In this course, you will intensively refresh key language notions and topics covered in the Beginner and Elementary levels. It is ideal if
you are returning to French after a break or need more practice before moving up to an Improvers class. You will have regular opportunities
to work on your speaking throughout the course. If you are looking for an extra challenge, this class will also help you prepare for the
DELF A1 exam.
Each 4-week 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 level assessment.
Price per hour*: from £9.60
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!
In this course, you will learn how to give advice, make plans and express a goal, express duration and frequency, and describe a house or
apartment using complex sentences.
Price per hour*: from £9.50
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 -
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 course, you will learn how to describe past events, speak about your professional path, talk about activities you like and dislike, and talk about things you find funny and shocking.
Price per hour*: from £9.50
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 -
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 course, you will learn how to describe past events, speak about your professional path, talk about activities you like and dislike, and talk about things you find funny and shocking.
Price per hour*: from £9.50
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 -
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 course, you will learn to give your opinion, how to avoid repetition by using pronouns, how to give advice using the subjunctive,
and how to express wishes using the conditional.
Price per hour*: from £9.50
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 -
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 course, you will be able to give a structured opinion about your town and living environment using phrases such as "for example",
"but" and "then", talk about connected devices, and talk about an object, describe it and the pros and cons of its use.
Price per hour*: from £9.50
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 -
In this course, you will refresh key language notions and topics covered in the Improvers levels, with a strong focus on speaking and
listening. It is ideal if you are returning to French after a break or want extra practice before moving on to an Intermediate class.
You’ll revise essential grammar and vocabulary to describe people, talk about past events, express opinions, and make plans, all while
boosting your confidence and fluency. And if you’d like an extra challenge, it can give you a useful boost if you’re thinking about
taking the DELF A2 exam.
Each 4-week 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 Intermediate 1 or above, or level assessment.
Price per hour*: from £9.60
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!
An informal conversation course, where you will discuss topics such as holidays, weekend activities, food, leisure, house and home etc.
From Improvers 1 or higher, or level assessment.
Price
per hour*:
from £9.80
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!
An informal conversation course, where you will discuss topics such as holidays, weekend activities, food, leisure, house and home etc.
Each 4-week 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 £13.20
Materials: Provided by the teacher.
In this course, you will discuss travel activities and new trends in travel, learn to report what someone else has said, to sequence using past tenses and to present a goal and a hypothesis.
Price per hour*: from £9.50
Materials:
Inspire 3: Livre de l'élève (Student's book): ISBN9782017133452
Inspire 3: Cahier d'activités
(Workbook): 9782017133469
- not included in course price -
In this course, you will discuss travel activities and new trends in travel, learn to report what someone else has said, to sequence using past tenses and to present a goal and a hypothesis.
Price per hour*: from £9.50
Materials:
Inspire 3: Livre de l'élève (Student's book): ISBN9782017133452
Inspire 3: Cahier d'activités
(Workbook): 9782017133469
- not included in course price -
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 course, you will learn to express doubt and fear, express duration and consequence, and discuss advertising and different family
structures.
Price per
hour*:
from £9.50
Materials:
Inspire 3: Livre de l'élève (Student's book): ISBN9782017133452
Inspire 3: Cahier d'activités
(Workbook): 9782017133469
- not included in course price -
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 course, you will talk about superstition and learn how to give general information, how to express a regret about the past,
concessions and oppositions, and the image that you have of France and French people.
Price per hour*: from £9.50
Materials:
Inspire 3: Livre de l'élève (Student's book): ISBN9782017133452
Inspire 3: Cahier d'activités
(Workbook): 9782017133469
- not included in course price -
In this course, which is suitable for those who have completed the Intermediate classes or have a similar level, you will your speaking and
listening skills through general conversation and roleplay, so you can express your opinions more fluently. You will also refresh key
language notions learned in the Intermediate levels.
Each 4-week 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 Higher 1 or above, or level assessment.
Price per hour*: from £9.90
Materials: Provided by the teacher.
In this course, you will intensively refresh key language notions and topics covered in the Intermediate levels, with a strong focus on
speaking and listening. It is ideal if you are returning to French after a break or want extra practice to consolidate your skills. You’ll
revise essential grammar and vocabulary to talk about past experiences, express your feelings using the subjunctive, and give your opinion
or disagree while organising your speech clearly. And if you’d like an extra challenge, it can give you a useful boost if you’re
thinking about taking the DELF B1 exam.
Each 4-week 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 Higher 1 or above, or level assessment.
Price per hour*: from £9.60
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!
An informal conversation class where you will discuss your opinions and debate various topics, including social, environmental, and current
affairs.
Each 4-week 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 Intermediate 3 or higher, or level assessment.
Price per hour*: from £13.10
Materials: Provided by the teacher
In this course, you will share opinions using varied structures, voice concerns about environmental issues, use verbs with the correct
prepositions, and debate consumerism using the indicative and subjunctive moods.
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 £9.50
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 -
In this course, you will learn to discuss the purpose of education, share opinions on access to higher education, talk about your
career path and future plans, debate remote work, and analyse the impact of digital public services.
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 £9.50
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 -
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 course, you will learn to discuss women's involvement in history, use precise vocabulary to present historical facts and figures,
describe locations accurately, compare different ways of traveling, and present typical landscapes of your country.
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 £9.50
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 -
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 course, you will learn to discuss the news and media using precise vocabulary, express opinions on the reliability of
information, talk about cosmetic surgery, natural remedies, and healthcare challenges, and describe physical well-being with common
expressions.
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 £9.50
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 -
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 course, you will intensively refresh key language notions and topics covered in the Higher levels, with a strong focus on speaking
and listening. It is ideal if you are returning to French after a break or want extra practice to consolidate your skills. You will also
enrich your vocabulary through the wide variety of topics covered. And if you’d like an extra challenge, it can give you a useful boost if
you’re thinking about taking the DELF B2 exam.
Each 4-week 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.
Price per hour*: from £9.60
Pre-requisite: Higher 6 achieved or above, or level assessment.
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!
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 4-week 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.
Price per hour*: from £9.40
Pre-requisite: Teacher advice or Level assessment.
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!
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 4-week 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.
Price per hour*: from £9.40
Pre-requisite: Teacher advice or Level assessment.
Materials: Provided by the teacher.
This course will give you the opportunity to discuss and debate various advanced-level topics taken from French, British and
international news and other sources. It is a perfect informal way to improve your fluency and extend your vocabulary.
Each 4-week 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.
Price per hour*: from £10.30
Pre-requisite: Teacher advice or Level assessment.
Materials: Provided by the teacher.
This course will give you the opportunity to discuss and debate various advanced-level topics taken from French, British and
international news and other sources. It is a perfect informal way to improve your fluency and extend your vocabulary.
Each 4-week 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.
Price per hour*: from £10.30
Pre-requisite: Teacher advice or Level assessment.
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!
In this special class for advanced-level students, you will fine-tune your French listening, reading, writing and speaking skills,
learning to express yourself on an ever-wider range of topics with greater finesse, nuance, and accuracy. If you’re aiming to take your
French to the next level — and perhaps even considering the DALF C1 — this course will give you the tools and confidence to get there.
Each 4-week 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.
Price per hour*: from £10.30
Pre-requisite: Teacher advice or Level assessment.
Materials: Provided by the teacher
