Alliance Francaise de Chicago offers French classes and cultural activities. Founded in 1897, we are one of Chicago's oldest cultural and educational institutions. We are a gathering place for people interested in all aspects of France and French speaking cultures. Each year we welcome more than 2,700 students, both adults and children, into our classrooms. As a school, we offer a wide and varied curriculum, from French language courses, to classes specializing in history, culture and business. As a cultural center, we sponsor or co-sponsor approximately 30 programs a year, all open to the public. Come and discover all we have to offer.

Our classes are offered over a large range of days and times. Make-up classes, tailored classes, and personalized attention make attending the Alliance Française a no stress experience. Chez Kids Academy offers French immersion programs for toddlers and children alike.

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2. French Language Salon, NYC

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Situated on Lexington Avenue on Manhattan's Upper East Side, the French Language Salon provides a range of beginner to advanced level French language courses to adults, teens, children, and tots. In addition to our General French as a foreign language lessons for adults, we also offer Teen French (8-17 years), French for Children (3-9 years), and French for Tots (0-3 years). We also provide Private / One-on-one lessons, Business French, Test Preparation courses, and Refresher programs.

We offer a fresh approach to mastering the art of French conversation. With longstanding expertise in teaching French to every age group and ability level, we know how to engage students with thought-provoking content, language-rich visual aids, and easy-to-learn examples.

All of our instructors are native French speakers who are trained to take a special interest in each of their students. Learning a language should be more than memorizing vocabulary lists and completing verb tables. That’s why French Salon teachers develop understanding through meaningful conversation, rather than dry exercises.

Beginner to Advanced Level French Language Classes:

- General French classes for Adults (18+)
- Teen French (8-17 years)
- French for Children (3-9 years)
- French for Tots (0-3 years)
- Private French lessons
- Tutoring & French Test Prep
- French On-Location (activities & excursions)
- Business French
- French Refresher course
- French Grammar Review program

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3. ABC Languages, Manhattan - French Classes in NYC & Online via Zoom / Skype

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• Learn French in Manhattan with ABC Languages! A leading provider of foreign language instruction, ABC offers group French classes and private French tutoring to adults, teenagers and kids.

• Founded in 1997, we teach students at all levels - from total beginner to advanced. Daytime, evening and weekend classes are available in NYC, NJ, Westchester County NY & Fairfield County CT. In addition, we provide corporate French language training to companies and organizations.

• Our popular language school is conveniently situated at 146 West 29th Street in Chelsea, Manhattan West Side (between 6th and 7th Avenues, near Penn Station, NoMad, Koreatown, Flatiron and Midtown).

Student Review:
• "Nice folks - wide range of classes, and very friendly / accommodating. I took a French class there a few years ago and had a great time - only reason I didn't continue was that I got busy with work.

The owner, Elizabeth, seems to have a real passion for languages herself . She's lived in quite a few places and speaks four or five languages fluently. She's a nice woman, too - you should at least give her a call to see how they can help you out with your language aspirations."

French Courses for Adults & Juniors:

• Group French classes for adults at beginner, intermediate or advanced level. Daytime, evening & weekend French classes are available.
• Private / Semi-private French lessons - can take place in your home or office
• French intro/ travel crash course
• Summer French classes
• Private French tutoring for kids & teens
• After-school French programs for elementary, middle & high school students
• Corporate French language training for businesses & organizations
• Cross-cultural French programs
• Online French lessons

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4. Manet Languages

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Manet Languages is a quality language school offering both French and German language lessons and tutoring for adults, children and teenagers in Alexandria, VA, approximately 6 miles south of downtown Washington, D.C. We are committed to helping you realize your goal of learning a language, and dedicated to high standards of teaching at a reasonable price. We work according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), which establishes standards to be obtained for every stage of learning languages.

Students can learn French in one-on-one or small groups classes. We will introduce you to the French language and culture; help you to improve your oral and written communication skills with participative teaching. We will support you so you can learn to the best of your abilities, at your own rhythm, and in a friendly and comfortable atmosphere.

We will introduce you to the French language and culture, help you to improve your oral and written communication skills with participative teaching. We will support you so you can learn to the best of your abilities. Our goal is to teach you a language with a high standard of excellence.

- French language lessons for adults (all levels), businesses and military.

- French language lessons for children and teenagers (3 years +).

- French language exam preparation for TEF Test.

- One-on-one / small groups classes.

- The course curriculum focuses on oral communication.

- We use authentic materials: Children's books, songs, TV programs, movies and magazines for teens and a lot of interactive games and activities.

- Classes provide total immersion.

- We also offer German language classes.

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5. French Academy DC, MD, VA

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Are you interested in learning French?
If so, the French Academy DC is a new French language school in the DC metro area offering a wide range of classes for adults and children as well as one-on-one lessons, with excellent teachers!

You can find all levels of general French, but also specialized French, like business, project management, Finances, literature and art at convenient locations. Their youth program is for children aged 1 to 16.

The concept is fun and simple: progression through the Blue, White and Red level will make you an intermediate French user. All their levels match the CEFR (Common European Framework for Languages), so you’re sure to have classes in accordance with international standards.

Blue: Beginner (A1)
White: Elementary (A2)
Red: Intermediate (B1)
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Gold: Upper Intermediate to Mastery (B2 – C2)

In addition to the basic classes, we offer reinforcing courses so you can brush up on your grammar and vocabulary. We also offer numerous workshops, ranging from news to literature to art.

- Tailor made curriculum
- Small group classes to give every one a lot of attention.
- Regular Feedback and evaluation.
- Private lessons, tailor made to your needs.
- Youth programs: for kids aged 1-16.

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6. Dictyon Language Services

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Situated in the heart of Arlington VA, in the Washington DC suburbs, Dictyon Language Services offer beginner to advanced level French language courses in a highly professional and comfortable environment.

Morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend (Saturday) group classes are available depending on the number of students per group.

Our classes incorporate the latest in learning technology and are led by some of the area’s most skilled and personable instructors.

All of our instructors are native speakers who share a common desire to not only provide language courses, but also their country’s customs and culture with their students.

French Classes for Adults:

- French Beginner 1
- French Beginner 2
- French Elementary
- French Intermediate
- French Upper Intermediate
- Advanced French
- French Proficiency
- Private French Lessons

Morning, afternoon, evening & weekend classes available.

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7. International Language Center at San Antonio

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Learn French in San Antonio TX!

Located in the Stone Oak area of north-central San Antonio, ILCSA provides beginner to advanced level French language classes to adults and children.

We use a proven method based on a communicative approach, and customize your French language learning according to your needs and goals.

Our instructors are native speakers, and we offer private, one-on-one instruction.

We are the only language school in San Antonio affiliated with Mexico's private language institution–Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara (UAG).

French Language Classes for Adults & Children:
- Beginner to advanced levels

- 10, 20 or 50-hour lesson packages available. Study options include:

- Group French courses
- Private / One-to-One French lessons
- Corporate / Business French classes

- We also provide classes in Spanish, English, Italian, German, Arabic, Japanese, and Korean.

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8. Department of Modern Languages, College of Marin, North Bay

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The Department of Modern Languages in the College of Marin provides quality language instruction in a range of foreign languages, including French, Spanish and Mandarin Chinese among others. Conveniently situated in Kentfield, just 3 miles south-west of San Rafael, we offer French classes for students at elementary, intermediate or advanced level. In addition, students have the opportunity to earn an Associate of Arts (A.A.) in French.

In California, knowledge of a second modern language is now required in many jobs that involve dealing with the public. These may include Civil Service roles, social work, nursing, and other service-oriented fields.

Another major reason to learn the French language is that you also learn about the culture, philosophy, and civilization of another people, thereby broadening your understanding of the world and enriching your intellectual growth. On the practical side, any field of specialization (medicine, law, journalism, business, teaching) is enhanced if you can speak another language.

- Elementary French classes
- Intermediate French classes
- Advanced French classes
- Associate of Arts Degree in French

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9. French Institute of the North Shore, Illinois

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French Institute of the North Shore is a dedicated French school in Winnetka, located on the Lake Michigan shore and just 30 km north of Chicago. Whether this is your first exposure to learning French or you just want to brush up from years past, our motivating approach and warm setting will inspire you to achieve your goal to speak French.

Learn practical vocabulary, communicate effectively in typical situations encountered by travelers, and understand a French menu and order in French. For those who already have a stong level of French, you can enhance your reading comprehension and further your familiarity with French literary works by taking our literature discussion class.

French Classes:
- Beginner to advanced levels

- General French Programs
- Business French Programs
- Group French Programs
- Individual French Tuition
- Day and Evening Classes
- Practical Conversation
- Literature and Culture Programs.

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10. French School: Ecole 2 France, North Carolina

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Immerse yourself in French language, literature, history, art, culture and civilization without leaving North Carolina. Located in Raleigh NC, Ecole2France is a French school, which offers highly qualified and experienced French native teachers. A proven, interactive method, which provides language skills and cultural awareness necessary to communicate in French perfectly, and the opportunity to exchange ideas with teachers and peers through class discussion. Small groups (5 students maximum) which allow active participation of all students and assure quick progress.

French lessons and tutoring for K-12 & College students, French language exam preparation for DELF, DALF, TCF, SAT French, and AP French. French language courses for children and adults, all levels. Intensive courses, workshops, private lessons, & more.