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New to French? No problem, we have a whole host of classes for those who are just starting out!
Looking to learn French in Manchester as a complete beginner? Our beginner French classes at Alliance Française Manchester are designed for adults with little or no prior knowledge of the language. Whether you’re learning for travel, work, personal interest or future study, we’ll help you build strong foundations from day one.
Join a supportive, structured course taught by qualified native French teachers and start speaking French with confidence.
Join us at our Manchester centre for engaging, small-group classes where you can practise speaking and build confidence in a supportive classroom environment.
Learn from anywhere with live, interactive online lessons led by our qualified native French teachers — perfect for flexibility around work and home commitments.
Benefit from fully personalised one-to-one lessons tailored to your pace, goals and schedule, ideal for fast progress or specific learning objectives.
Take a free placement test and get instant course recommendations based on your results!
Our beginner French courses are ideal if you:
No previous experience is required.
Our courses follow the internationally recognised CEFR framework (A1–A2 level). You’ll gradually build your skills in:
Send us your enquiry.
125 Portland Street Manchester M1 4QD
Monday-Thursday: 9.30am-12pm - 1pm-7pm
Friday: 9.30am - 1pm
Learn from qualified professionals, not just fluent french speakers.
Learn from as little as £10 an hour.
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 £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 -
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 £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 -
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 £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 -
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 £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 -
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 £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 -
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 £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 -
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 £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 -
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 £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 -
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 £11
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 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.
In this course, you will 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 £10
Materials: Provided by the teacher.
