
French School
French school in Lyon
The school offers a wide variety of French courses in Lyon and is located in the city centre of Lyon second largest city in France. In the heart of the city, our school offers a harmonious and convivial environment for French language courses, a stone’s throw from the historical centre of Lyon on one side and the business district on the other, at the crossroads of numerous choices of public transport, in a stylish and lively neighbourhood.
Facilities include 14 fully equipped classrooms, a student’s room equipped with PCs for use by the students, Wi-Fi Internet connection, and a book and Video/DVD library service. All French teachers are native speakers of French and are fully qualified to teach French as a foreign language.
French Courses
Semi-intensive course
Comprehensive French course that develops all areas of French language learning: vocabulary, spoken and written expression, grammar, listening and comprehension, practical vocabulary. 3 lessons of 45 minutes per day of general French in the morning or in the afternoon according to your level, from Monday to Friday.
Lessons per week | 15 | Duration | 1-24+ weeks |
Levels | Beginner to Advanced | Students per class | Maximum 12 |
Minutes per lesson | 45 | Minimum age | 18 |
Standard course
General standard complete that develops all the skills throughout the week: vocabulary, grammar, oral and written expression, oral and written comprehension, practice and communication. General French courses (3 lessons of 45 minutes) every day and three workshops on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Groups in the mornings or afternoons depending on the level.
The workshops are designed around activities to work on improving and practising your French language skills in more specific contexts.
Examples of activities in workshops according to the levels: conversation, song, French practice, press/TV, dictation/spelling, grammar reinforcement, French culture, cinema, etc.
Lessons per week | 21 | Duration | 1-24+ weeks |
Levels | Beginner to Advanced | Students per class | Maximum 12 |
Minutes per lesson | 45 | Minimum age | 18 |
Intensive course
Comprehensive general French course that works on all areas of French language learning : vocabulary and spoken and written expression, grammar, listening and comprehension, practical vocabulary. General French courses (3 lessons of 45 minutes) and A workshop (2 lessons of 45 minutes) Daily for a total of 5 lessons of 45 minutes/day, in the morning or afternoon depending on the level.
The workshops are designed around activities to work on improving and practicing your French language skills in more specific contexts.
Some examples of workshops: phonetics, conversation, written expression, song, cinema, press and TV, dictation, focus on grammar, French culture, etc.
Lessons per week | 25 | Duration | 1-24+weeks |
Levels | Beginner to Advanced | Students per class | Maximum 12 |
Minutes per lesson | 45 | Minimum age | 18 |
Combined courses
Students follow the Standard or Intensive French courses in Lyon, France and have an extra 5 or 10 private lessons each week depending on how intensive a course they desire. Perfect for students that want the diversity of a group course but would like a few private lessons to focus on a specific area of the language, topic or exam.
Lessons per week | 15+5, 15+10, 25+5 or 25+10 | Duration | 1-12 weeks |
Levels | Beginner to Advanced | Students per class | Maximum 12 |
Minutes per lesson | 45 | Minimum age | 18 |
Private tuition
Lessons can be tailored to the needs and requirements of the students, to a particular subject or focusing on a specific exam. Students can have private lessons on a 2 to 1 basis providing they are of a similar ability.
Lessons per week | 30 | Duration | 1-12 weeks |
Levels | Beginner to Advanced | Students per class | 1:1 or 2:1 |
Minutes per lesson | 45 | Minimum age | 18 |
DELF/DALF preparation course
In addition to the Standard course in the mornings, students will receive 5 private lessons per week focusing on preparation for the DELF/DALF exam. These lessons are the best way for you to prepare your DELF/DALF exams, the only official and international qualification certifying your level of French.
Lessons per week | 15+5 | Duration | 1+ weeks |
Levels | Beginner to Advanced | Students per class | Maximum 12 |
Minutes per lesson | 45 | Minimum age | 18 |
French & Cuisine course
Students follow the standard French course of 15 lessons per week combined with a cookery programme. Discover traditional recipes of Cuisine Lyonnaise, and more general French gastronomy in a practical workshop with demonstration and tasting. A diverse programme of visits based around cuisine and gastronomy, which allow students to discover French cooking traditions and the world-renowned Lyonnaise specialities. Lunch or dinner in typical restaurants in Lyon.
Lessons per week | 15 + 5 | Duration | 1 or 2 weeks |
Levels | Beginner to Advanced | Students per class | Maximum 12 |
Minutes per lesson | 45 | Minimum age | 18 |
French & Culture course
Students follow the standard French course of 15 lessons per week with 5 cultural lessons. The cultural programme is designed to help students discover French history and culture while encouraging them to practice and speak French in a uniquely French context.
Lessons per week | 15 + 5 | Duration | 1 or 2 weeks |
Levels | Beginner to Advanced | Students per class | Maximum 12 |
Minutes per lesson | 45 | Minimum age | 18 |
Accommodation
Host Family
This accommodation option suits students who want to immerse in everyday French life and tradition, and enjoy family atmosphere and meals. Families are also selected on the basis of their hospitality and positive feedback from students. Although you will have your own keys to come and go as you please, you will have to respect some rules and schedules, especially for mealtimes.
This option is offered as single room, B&B or Half-board.
Residences
Please contact the office for details.
Transfer
A transfer service from Lyon airport to your accommodation is available at an extra cost. Alternatively we can provide you with advice on travel.
Leisure
The French school is here to inform and guide students so they can make the most of their time in Lyon. Every one of our French courses in Lyon offers activities relating to French culture and living in France. All aspects of everyday French life are dealt with in vocabulary classes and practical activities. Lyon is, culturally, a very active city throughout the entire year. Up to date information (leaflets, brochures, posters, etc.) about shows, concerts, exhibitions, theatre, cinema etc. can be found throughout the school with staff on hand to provide further information. In the afternoons and evenings the school offers a variety of regular activities including, but not limited to the following:
- Guided tours of Lyon
- Museums
- Food tasting
- Cooking workshop
- Picnics
- Concerts
Course Prices
FRENCH COURSES
1 lesson = 45 minutes / Minimum age = 18
ADMINISTRATION FEE: € 60.00
Week (s) | SEMI-INTENSIVE COURSE
15 lessons per week / Max. 12 per class |
STANDARD COURSE
21 lessons per week/ Max. 12 per class |
1 | € 150.00 | € 200.00 |
2 | € 300.00 | € 400.00 |
3 | € 450.00 | € 600.00 |
4 | € 600.00 | € 800.00 |
6 | € 900.00 | € 1140.00 |
8 | € 1200.00 | € 1520.00 |
12 | € 1800.00 | € 2280.00 |
16 | € 2240.00 | € 2720.00 |
20 | € 2800.0 | € 3400.00 |
24 | € 3360.00 | € 4080.00 |
extra weeks | € 125.00 | € 165.00 |
Week (s) | INTENSIVE COURSE
25 lessons per week/ Max. 12 per class |
1 | € 235.00 |
2 | € 470.00 |
3 | € 705.00 |
4 | € 940.00 |
6 | € 1350.00 |
8 | € 1720.00 |
12 | € 2580.00 |
16 | € 3200.00 |
20 | € 4000.00 |
24 | € 4800.00 |
extra weeks | € 185.00 |
COMBINED COURSE (per week) | |||
15 group + 5 private | 15 group + 10 private | 25 group + 5 private | 25 group + 10 private |
€ 360.00 | € 575.00 | € 440.00 | € 650.00 |
DELF & DALF PREPARATION COURSE
15 group + 5 private lessons per week / Max. 12 per class |
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1 week | 2 weeks | 3 weeks | extra weeks |
€ 360.00 | € 720.00 | € 1080.00 | € 360.00 |
FRENCH & CUISINE | |
1 week | 2 weeks |
€ 285.00 | € 570.00 |
FRENCH & CULTURE | |
1 week | 2 weeks |
€ 285.00 | € 570.00 |
PRIVATE TUITION | |||
5 lessons | 10 lessons | 15 lessons | 20 lessons |
€ 225.00 | € 440.00 | € 645.00 | € 840.00 |
ENROLMENT FEE | € 55.00 per person |
Accommodation Prices
ACCOMMODATION
Sunday to Saturday
HOST FAMILY / SINGLE ROOM | ||
Week (s) | Breakfast | Half board |
1 | € 154.00 | € 220.00 |
2 | € 308.00 | € 440.00 |
3 | € 462.00 | € 660.00 |
4 | € 616.00 | € 880.00 |
6 | € 840.00 | € 1320.00 |
8 | € 924.00 | € 1716.00 |
12 | € 1749.00 | € 2527.00 |
16 | € 2201.00 | € 3222.00 |
20 | € 2730.00 | € 3990.00 |
24 | € 3276.00 | € 4696.00 |
extra weeks | € 138 | € 205 |
STUDENT RESIDENCES | Please contact the office for prices. |
ACCOMMODATION BOOKING FEE | € 60.00 per person |
TRANSFER SERVICE ARRIVAL AND/OR DEPARTURE | ONE WAY | |||
LYON AIRPORT | € 75.00 |
2020 Dates
STANDARD, INTENSIVE & COMBINED COURSE: Non-beginners can start on any Monday through out the year. Beginners must start on the dates shown in RED. | |||||
JANUARY | 6 | 13 | 20 | 27 | |
FEBRUARY | 3 | 10 | 17 | 24 | |
MARCH | 2 | 9 | 16 | 23 | 30 |
APRIL | 6 | 13 | 20 | 27 | |
MAY | 4 | 11 | 18 | 25 | |
JUNE | 1 | 8 | 15 | 22 | 29 |
JULY | 6 | 13 | 20 | 27 | |
AUGUST | 3 | 10 | 17 | 24 | 31 |
SEPTEMBER | 7 | 14 | 21 | 28 | |
OCTOBER | 5 | 12 | 19 | 26 | |
NOVEMBER | 2 | 9 | 16 | 23 | 30 |
DECEMBER | 7 | 14 |
PRIVATE TUITION | ANY MONDAY |
FRENCH CUISINE COURSE | 24th February, 23rd March, 20th April, 25th May, 6th July, 7th September, 12th October and 23rd November. |
FRENCH CULTURE COURSE | 2nd & 23rd March, 27th April, 1st June, 13th July, 14th September, 19th October and 30th November. |
PUBLIC HOLIDAYS | 13th April, 1st May, 8th May & 21st May, 14th July and 11th November. Christmas break: 18th December 2020 to 4th January 2021.
Lessons lost on these public holidays will not be made up or refunded but the school will arrange an excursion on these days instead. |