France | Paris | Intensive French Course

Intensive Language Course

These courses are available throughout the year starting every Monday. Students can travel for a week, two weeks or longer. We are able to tailor packages to suit your requirements and the time you have available.

Courses are available for all abilities of language skill from complete beginners to degree level and business French.

You may also be interested in pairing a language course with a work experience placement by enrolling on our popular Work and Study courses.

Courses for complete beginners start on 09/01/23, 27/02/23, 11/04/23, 19/05/23, 05/06/23, 03/07/23, 07/08/23, 25/09/23 and 06/11/23. For all those with at least a basic level of French courses start every Monday. 

Please note that students must be at least 17 years old to join this course. Although similar courses are available in other destinations, please enquire for more information. 

Location

Studying French amongst the history, culture and cosmopolitan life of Paris is truly an experience to remember! The language school in Paris is  right in the heart of the city.

The school is situated in the midst of the Latin Quarter, opposite Notre Dame Cathedral, two minutes walking distance from the Sorbonne, the Pantheon and the Luxembourg garden in one of the liveliest and most culturally active neighbourhoods of the city. Balzac, Jean-Paul Sartre, Jacques Prévert, Serge Gainsbourg, are just some of the great artists and thinkers linked to this beautiful and unique area of Paris. The school's Notre-Dame neighbourhood offers extensive possibilities to discover Paris, learn its history, experience the French way of life and to become a true Parisian in this historical and fascinating district.

You will find a vibrant, young and dynamic atmosphere at the school, which has various onsite student facilities such as a student lounge with drinks, snacks and vending machines, free WiFi access, computer area and private gardens.

Students will be allocated to a class depending on the results of their level test prior to their arrival.

Language Course

The core course comprises 20 lessons which concentrate on learning and actively using French. The tuition is very much practice oriented. You will participate in group sessions alongside other students of a similar level, with lessons focused on improving all aspects of the language; speaking listening, reading and writing. There are four 45 minute lessons per day and these take place during the morning. This course is designed for students who wish to learn or improve their French, meet new people and have some free time to participate in French culture and life in Paris. The core course of 20 lessons also combines very well with a work experience option in our Work and Study package.

For students who want a more intensive experience, it is possible to add an extra 6 group lessons (for an additional cost).

There is also an option of 5 or 10 1:1 classes throughout the week (for an additional cost), the content of which will be decided by you in advance. We will ask you before you travel what you would like to cover with your tutor during these individual sessions, for example grammar, a specific thematic topic, conversation or pronunciation.

You will be given a written assessment before you travel and a speaking assessment on the first morning before lessons in order to place you in the group most suited to your ability level. Classes have an international flavour and a lively feel because they are grouped by ability not nationality or age.

Optional Social and Cultural Programme

The school offers a range of activities during the week, such as a film club, meal out at a local restaurant and excursions to the many cultural and historic sights and venues in Paris. Some of the activities incur an extra cost (payable on the week of your stay directly to the school) however, many of the activities in Paris are free. All activities are optional.

Accommodation

For students wanting to completely immerse themselves in the French language and culture we recommend that you stay with one of our carefully selected French host families. They will not only introduce you to the French way of life and help you practise the French language but will also give you a taste of local and delicious regional specialities. The host families are situated near to the school and provide half board accommodation (breakfast & evening meal) from the Sunday before your course starts to the Saturday after it finishes. Subject to availability, an extra day on one side of your trip may be available on request to facilitate flight dates. A surcharge is payable for any extra nights.

You can read more about what it means to stay with a host family in our Host Family Guide.

Centrally located residence accommodation with private bathroom and shared kitchen is available is available to students aged 18+.

Transfers

The school is easily accessible via the Paris Metro and we are happy to provide details on request. We can also arrange private transfers for you from any of the Paris airports or train stations for an additional cost.

School Closures

The school will be closed on 10/04/23, 01/05/23, 08/05/23, 18/05/23, 29/05/23, 14/07/23, 15/08/23 and 01/11/23. 

On these days the school does not make up lessons on other days. A discount of £55 is offered (This is applied after the deposit is paid). Of course in Paris, there is no shortage of opportunities to spend the day exploring the galleries, museums (many with free entry) and shops.

Insurance

Travel and Medical Insurance is available as an optional extra with this package. For more details please see our Insurance page.

Paris, France

Blue Stamp Travel were very helpful and always at the end of the phone to discuss any questions or issues we had organising a language school and host family stay for our son during the covid impacted summer of 2020.  I would highly recommend their professionalism and care.
Emma Boardwell, Mother of Sam Boardwell

Intensive Language Course, Paris, France

I had a really good stay in Paris.  The language school was excellent and my host family were very accommodating and friendly.  Most importantly, I feel my French speaking and listening skills in particular have really benefited. Thank you.

Sam Boardwell

Intensive Language Course, Paris, France

Included in the Package

  • 20 Core French lessons per week
  • Option to add to additional 5 or 10, 1:1 lessons
  • Option to add 6 extra group lessons
  • Individualised follow up of homework / tasks / performance to ensure the best progression
  • Welcome meeting and snacks
  • Guided tour of the area
  • Accommodation (optional)
  • Social & Cultural Programme (optional)
  • Course Certificate
  • 24/7 Emergency support from UK office
  • Travel and Medical Insurance (optional)

Longer stays

Students are welcome to book into the school for any number of weeks. Many students will travel to the school for long (12 weeks+) at a time, even starting from limited or no level in the language. We have prices for 1-4 weeks on our website. We are able to arrange any duration of stay at the language school.  Contact us if you would like a package that we have not listed.

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