Courses starting in April 2026
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This course is the continuation of our Elementary group and is designed for learners who already have a solid grasp of the basics and are ready to keep building toward A2.
To join this group, students should have some understanding of passé composé and near future, describing people, asking questions, and handling everyday situations in French.
In this new term, we’ll deepen and expand what you already know to help you communicate with more confidence and flexibility. You’ll learn to talk about your experiences in more detail, express opinions and preferences more naturally, compare things, give more precise information, and handle a wider range of real-life situations.
We’ll also continue strengthening key grammar points while introducing new structures to help you speak more fluidly and spontaneously.
Expect interactive speaking activities, practical themes, and lots of opportunities to build confidence in a supportive and dynamic environment — with a focus on helping you move closer to the A2 level.
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This course is the continuation of our Pre-Intermediate group and is designed for learners who want to build on their existing knowledge and start expressing themselves with more nuance and ease in French.
To join this group, students should feel comfortable using a range of present, past and future structures, understand common time markers (such as depuis, pendant, il y a), and be familiar with basic uses of the subjunctive.
In this new term, we’ll take things further by helping you connect ideas more smoothly, speak in more detail, and react more naturally in conversation. You’ll develop your ability to express opinions, justify your ideas, talk about hypothetical situations, and handle more complex everyday topics with confidence.
We’ll continue reinforcing key grammar while introducing more subtle structures to help you sound more natural and fluent, with a focus on real communication rather than perfection.
You can expect plenty of speaking practice, interactive activities, and short texts that bring variety to the classroom. The aim is to help you feel more comfortable holding longer conversations, understanding different tenses when you hear them, and using French with greater ease — all at a steady, supportive pace.
When ? Saturday morning 18/04/2026 - 13/06/2026 8 sessions of 1 hour 20 minutes
Please note there will be no lesson on Saturday 23/05/2026
French Elementary Plus : 9.10am-10.30am
French Pre Intermediate Plus : 10:35am-11.55am
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Where ? Common Ground Community Centre - Nether Edge - S7 1GR
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How much ? £176 for 8 lessons
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.