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Adult Group Classes

Learn French Your Way

Whether you’re learning for travel, work, or simply the joy of mastering a new language, Alliance Française de Manchester offers high-quality French classes for adults. Our courses are designed to be interactive, engaging, and tailored to your level—from complete beginners to advanced speakers. No matter your goals, we’ll help you build confidence and fluency in a supportive and immersive environment.

Flexible Learning Options

We provide a range of courses to suit different needs and schedules. Join one of our group classes, which run across six terms each year (lasting 4 to 16 weeks), or opt for specialised tuition such as DELF/DALF exam preparation, A-Level support, or private lessons. Whatever your focus, we have a course that fits.

Special Offers

Love learning with us? Refer a friend and you’ll both receive £15 off future courses or events. We also offer discounts for early enrolment (5%), returning students (5%), and when you book two courses together (5%). All savings are applied automatically, so you can focus on enjoying your French journey.

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Beginners 1 (A1.1)

Beginners 1 (A1.1) - 14 weeks

Progress

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 -


Pace: Once a week x 1.5 hours (21 hours in total)

Beginners 1 (A1.1)

Progress

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 -


Pace: Once a week x 2.5 hours (20 hours in total)
Beginners 2 (A1.2)

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!


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 -


Pace: Once a week x 1.5 hours (21 hours in total)

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!


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 -


Pace: Once a week x 2.5 hours (20 hours in total)
Beginners Conversation + Grammar (A1)

Beginners Conversation + Grammar (A1)

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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 £9.90

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!


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 £9.90

Materials: Provided by the teacher


Pace: Once a week x 1.5 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!


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 £9.90

Materials: Provided by the teacher


Pace: 4 x 2-hour lessons over 3 weeks (8 hours in total)
Elementary 1 (A1.3)

Elementary 1 (A1.3) - 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!


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 -


Pace: Once a week x 1.5 hours (21 hours in total)

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!


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 -


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!


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 - 


Pace: Once a week x 2.5 hours (20 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!


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.


Pace: 4 x 2-hour lessons over 3 weeks (8 hours in total)
Improvers 1 (A2.1)

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!


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 -


Pace: Once a week x 1.5 hours (21 hours in total)

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!


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 -


Pace: Once a week x 2.5 hours (20 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!


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 -


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!


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 -


Pace: Once a week x 2.5 hours (20 hours in total)
Antoine's Grammar Masterclass : Making Sense of Asking Questions (A2/B1/B2)

Antoine's Grammar Masterclass : Making Sense of Asking Questions (A2/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!


To say “Who is the child looking at?”, can you say “Qui regarde l’enfant ?”, “L’enfant regarde qui ?”, “Qui l’enfant regarde ?” — or all three? Sharpen your skills and feel more confident with French question structures in this Grammar Masterclass. Perfect for A2+ learners looking to review and refine their understanding of interrogative forms, with clear explanations and a handy mind map to take home! Taught in French and English for better understanding. 


This course will be taught by our grammar expert, Antoine!

This workshop is open to all learners from level A2+ and above. There is no maximum level to take part.


Please note: If you are also enrolling in the Grammar Masterclass: Making Sense of Asking Questions (A1), be aware that the A2 session will revisit some key points from the A1 workshop before building further — this overlap is normal and a helpful way to reinforce what you've learned.

From Improvers 4 or level assessment.

Price: from £30

Materials: Provided by the teacher.

Antoine's Grammar Masterclass : Making Sense of Object Pronouns (A2/B1/B2)

Antoine's Grammar Masterclass : Making Sense of Object Pronouns (A2/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!


Still not sure whether to say “Je pense à toi” or “Je te pense”? This Grammar Masterclass is here to clear things up! Perfect for learners from A2+ level upwards, this workshop will help you understand what each pronoun replaces, how to tell the difference between direct and indirect objects, and where pronouns belong in a sentence. You’ll get clear explanations and a handy mind map to take home. Taught in French and English for better understanding.


This course will be taught by our grammar expert, Antoine!

This workshop is open to all learners from level A2+ and above. There is no maximum level to take part.

From Improvers 4 or level assessment.

Price: from £30

Materials: Provided by the teacher.

Elementary Conversation Altrincham (A1/A2)

Elementary Conversation 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!


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.


Pace: Once a week x 1 hour (8 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!


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 2 or higher, or level assessment.


Price per hour*: from £13.20

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!


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 2 or higher, or level assessment.


Price per hour*: from £13.20

Materials: Provided by the teacher.


Pace: 4 x 1.25-hour lessons over 3 weeks (5 hours in total)
Improvers Conversation + Grammar (A2)

Improvers Conversation + Grammar (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!


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 Intermediate 1 or higher, or level assessment.


Price per hour*: from £9.90

Materials: Provided by the teacher.


Pace: 4 x 2-hour lessons over 3 weeks (8 hours in total)
Intermediate 1 (B1.1)

Intermediate 1 (B1.1) - 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!


In this course, you will learn to speak about the future, to use the conditional, to talk about cause and obligation and to talk about your relationship with the media and what you think about journalism.


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 -


Pace: Once a week x 1.5 hours (21 hours in total)

Intermediate 1 (B1.1)

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!


In this course, you will learn to speak about the future, to use the conditional, to talk about cause and obligation and to talk about your relationship with the media and what you think about journalism.


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 -


Pace: Once a week x 2.5 hours (20 hours in total)
Intermediate 3 (B1.3)

Intermediate 4 (B1.4)

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!


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 -


Pace: Once a week x 2.5 hours (20 hours in total)
Antoine's Grammar Masterclass : Making sense of Past Participle Agreement (B1/B2)

Antoine's Grammar Masterclass : Making sense of Past Participle Agreement (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!


Still unsure how to agree the past participle in sentences like “Elle s’est demandé(e?) la nationalité de Paul” or “Elles se sont demandé(es?) au téléphone”? This Grammar Masterclass is designed for learners from B1.4 and up. Taught in French and English, this clear and interactive workshop will help you master tricky agreement rules with confidence. You’ll get clear explanations and a handy mind map to take home!


This course will be taught by our grammar expert, Antoine!


This workshop is open to all learners from level B1.4 upwards, including advanced levels. There is no maximum level to take part.


From Intermediate 3 or level assessment.


Price: from £30

Materials: Provided by the teacher.

Intermediate Conversation + Grammar (B1)

Intermediate Conversation + Grammar (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!


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.


Pace: Once a week x 2 hours (8 hours in total)

Intermediate Conversation + Grammar (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!


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.


Pace: 4 x 2-hour lessons over 3 weeks (8 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!


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 4 or higher, or level assessment.

Price per hour*: from £13.10

Materials: Provided by the teacher


Pace: Once a week x 1.25 hours (5 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 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 above, or level assessment.


Price per hour*: from £13.10

Materials: Provided by the teacher.


Pace: 4 x 2-hour lessons over 3 weeks (8 hours in total)
1 Class / 1 Tense B1/B2

1 Class / 1 Tense 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!


Do you feel intimidated by French verbs? Need some extra practice with conjugation? Gain confidence in 1 Class / 1 Tense, where you will review a different tense each week - present, imperfect, past tenses, future, conditional, imperative and everyone's favourite, the subjunctive! Each class is independent from the next; something new each week and if you miss a class, there's no stress!


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 4 or higher, or level assessment.


Price per hour*: from £12.40

Materials: Provided by the teacher.


Pace: 4 x 2-hour lessons over 3 weeks (8 hours in total)
Higher 1 (B2.1)

Higher 1 (B2.1)

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!


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


Pace: Once a week x 2.5 hours (20 hours in total)

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!


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


Pace: Once a week x 2.5 hours (20 hours in total)
Higher 2 (B2.2)

Higher 2 (B2.2)

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!


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


Pace: Once a week x 2.5 hours (20 hours in total)

Higher 3 (B2.3) - 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!


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


Pace: Once a week x 1.5 hours (21 hours in total)
Higher Practice (B2)

Higher Practice (B2)

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!


In this course, you’ll revisit and consolidate key language points and themes from our Higher levels, with plenty of practice to boost your confidence. It’s ideal if you’re returning to French after a break or want some structured revision before joining one of our Higher Conversation classes. And if you’d like an extra challenge, it can also 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 £9.35

Pre-requisite: Higher 6 achieved or above, or level assessment.

Materials: Provided by the teacher.


Pace: Once a week x 2.5 hours (10 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 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.


Pace: Once a week x 2 hours (8 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 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.


Pace: Once a week x 3 hours (12 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 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.


Pace: 4 x 2-hour lessons over 3 weeks (8 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 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.


Pace: 4 x 3-hour lessons over 3 weeks (12 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!

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.


Pace: Once a week x 2 hours (8 hours in total)

Higher Conversation 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 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.


Pace: Once a week x 1.5 hours (12 hours in total)
Expertise (C1)

Expertise (C1)

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!

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


Pace: Once a week x 2 hours (8 hours in total)

Order This Course

£221.35

2025 Autumn Early Bird 1/2: £11.65 off
Normally: £233
Code: 06-B1.1/Inter1/AM/T5 -25 (14 weeks)
Class length:
- 7+ students: 1h30/week
- 6 students: 1h10/week

Please note that AFM will be closed from 22 December 2025 to 4 January 2026, and no classes will take place during this period.

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DELF/DALF Exam Preparation

Mock exams and personalised feedback to help you succeed.

TEF Exam Preparation

Personalised lessons to prepare you for your upcoming TEF exam. 

Conversation Classes

Build your fluency and confidence.

Private Tuition

One-to-one intensive and personalised language coaching.

Beginner Courses (A1 & A2)

Master The Basics

Perfect for those with little or no prior French knowledge.


🎯What You’ll Learn:

  • Learning basic vocabulary and essential phrases
  • Greetings, introductions, and everyday conversations
  • Ordering in restaurants, shopping, and travel essentials
  • Foundations of pronunciation and sentence structure


📖 Course Format:

  • Weekly group classes (evening and weekend options available)
  • Small class sizes for personalised attention
  • Interactive exercises, role-playing, and cultural insights

Intermediate Courses (B1 & B2)

Build Your Confidence

For those who want to improve fluency and comprehension.


🎯What You’ll Learn:

  • Expressing opinions, telling stories, and discussing current events
  • Understanding and using past, present, and future tenses
  • Reading and listening comprehension for real-life situations
  • Expanding vocabulary through themed lessons


📖 Course Format:

  • Interactive speaking and listening activities
  • Weekly assignments and progress tracking
  • Opportunities for real-world conversation practice

Advanced Courses (C1 & C2)

Speak Like a Native

For those who already speak French well and want to refine their skills.


🎯What You’ll Learn:

  • Complex discussions on literature, politics, and French culture
  • Writing advanced essays, emails, and formal communication
  • Improving pronunciation and mastering French expressions
  • Supporting you for a DALF certification 


📖 Course Format:

  • Advanced conversation workshops
  • Practical applications with authentic French media
  • Individual feedback and correction from expert teachers

Why Learn French?


Travel with Ease

Explore Paris, Montreal, or the French Riviera and converse like a local.


Boost Your Career

Open up career opportunities in the UK and overseas with the French language. 


Improve Brain Power

Learning a second language can help develop your cognitive skills, no matter your age. 


Expand Your Social Circle

Join a global network of 300 million French speakers and connect with our community in Manchester

Why Choose Alliance Française de Manchester?

Official Language Centre

We are Manchester’s Official French Language and Cultural Centre

Convenient Location

Based in the heart of Manchester, near Oxford Road and Deansgate


Community and Cultural Events

From French film club to meet & speak events, exhibitions and more.  


Extensive French Library

Benefit from access to our French library and online resources. 



Term Calendar 2025

LATE SPRING


Mon. 24 March - Sat. 24 May 2025 (8 weeks)
Early Bird: Sun. 16 March
Bank holiday replacement class: Fri. 9 May


SPRING BREAK

Thurs. 17 April - Weds. 23 April 2025: offices closed

EARLY SUMMER


Mon. 26 May - Sat. 19 July 2025 (8 weeks)
Early Bird: Sun 16 May
Bank holiday replacement class: Fri. 20June