Courses starting in Autumn 2026
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This course is for learners who have a good foundation in French and want to continue developing their confidence, fluency and ability to communicate in a range of everyday situations.
We’ll build on what you’ve learnt so far, with a strong focus on speaking and real-life communication. Through discussions, games, practical activities and short texts, you’ll expand your vocabulary, develop your listening skills, express and justify your opinions, and become more comfortable talking about a wider range of topics.
We’ll also continue to strengthen your grammar, including the past, present and future tenses, while introducing and practising new structures and useful expressions.
The aim is to help you communicate more naturally and confidently in French, while continuing to make steady progress towards the next level.
If you’re unsure whether the course is suitable for you, please get in touch so that I can help you choose the most suitable grou
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This course is for learners who have a basic foundation in French and want to continue building their confidence and communication skills. We’ll build on what you’ve learnt so far, strengthening your knowledge of key grammar and vocabulary while introducing new language and everyday situations.
Through a range of speaking activities, games, role plays and practical topics, you’ll practise communicating in French, talk about the past, present and future, ask and answer questions, and develop your ability to understand and respond in everyday conversations.
We’ll continue to work on essential grammar and useful expressions, while gradually expanding your vocabulary and improving your speaking and listening skills.
The aim is to help you become more confident using French independently and give you a strong foundation as you progress towards the next level.
If you’re unsure whether the course is suitable for you, please get in touch so that I can help you choose the most suitable group.
When ? Tuesday evening 15/09/2026 - 08/12/2026 12 sessions of 55 minutes (no lesson on 27/10/2026)
Pre Intermediate Plus ( towards B1 level ) : 6:35pm-7.30pm
Elementary Plus ( towards A2 level ) : 7.35pm-8.30pm
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Where ? Common Ground Community Centre - Nether Edge - S7 1GR
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How much ? £198 for 12 lessons - possible to pay in three instalments
Levels
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Beginner
Introduction to French fundamentals.
Basic greetings, common expressions, and simple vocabulary.
Forming basic sentences using present tense verbs.
Acquiring essential grammar rules like gender and number agreement.
Practice in pronunciation and basic communication skills.
Understanding simple written texts.
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Elementary
Building on the beginner level's foundation.
Expanding vocabulary and learning more complex sentence structures.
Introducing different verb tenses like past and future.
Encouraging basic conversations and role-plays for improved oral proficiency.
Expressing thoughts on various topics.
Enhancing day-to-day conversation skills and handling basic reading materials.
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Lower Intermediate
Delving deeper into language intricacies and cultural aspects.
Learning more advanced grammar, including subjunctive and conditional tenses.
Expressing uncertainty, wishes, and hypothetical situations.
In-depth speaking exercises on various themes and narratives.
Improving listening skills.
Analyzing longer texts and understanding different writing styles.
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Upper intermediate
Refining language skills for confident and nuanced speaking.
Using more idiomatic expressions and mastering complex grammatical structures.
Focusing on pronunciation improvement.
Engaging in classroom discussions, debates, and presentations.
Interpreting authentic materials like news articles and videos.
Comfortably interacting in various social and professional settings.
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Advanced
Attaining near-native proficiency in French.
Polishing fluency and refining syntax.
Enriching vocabulary for sophisticated and abstract discussions.
Incorporating literary texts, movies, and cultural discussions.
Gaining deeper insights into the French way of life.
Confidently debating complex issues.
Comprehending intricate literary works.
Effective communication in all contexts, both oral and written.
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Conversation
Enhancing students' speaking and listening abilities in a natural and interactive environment.
Guided conversations and role-playing to practice real-life situations and discussions on various topics.
Expressing opinions fluently during conversations.
Learning to use idiomatic expressions and colloquialisms.
Gaining cultural insights through discussions about French customs, traditions, and contemporary issues.
Result: Students become more confident and competent in their ability to communicate effectively in French, both formally and informally.
What you will get in your group classes
Small Class Sizes for Optimal Learning
With a maximum of 8 students per class for online lessons and 10 students for face-to-face lessons, you will have ample opportunities to actively engage with your peers and your teacher.
Structured Curriculum for Progression
With a clear progression of topics and language structures, each lesson builds upon the previous one, allowing you to strengthen your knowledge and skills incrementally..All-Round Development of Language Skills
Your French online group classes are designed to develop all four key language skills: speaking, reading, listening, and writing. Through stimulating conversations, tailor-made activities, engaging reading materials, authentic audio resources, and writing exercises, you will gain the practical skills necessary to confidently express yourself in French in real-life situations.Comprehensive Lesson Materials and Notes
To support your learning journey, we provide comprehensive lesson materials and notes. Before each class, you will receive the necessary resources which we will guide you through providing explanations, examples, and interactive exercises. Additionally, after every session, you will receive detailed notes summarizing the lesson, enabling you to review and reinforce your learning at your own pace.
Feeling like group lessons might not be for you ? Pas de panique !
We offer private lessons.