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The teachers are very nice and helpful. The school has a wonderful reference library to aid with studying. The city is small and very boring in the off-season, but it

Go on the trips, you

Cheap, residence in front of the school, studio TV used by the students (it's really funny!), beaches, classes with projector... Very very, professional... someone told me that it was one of the two best language schools in France, I really think it.

If you want to pass the DELF, you CAN do it in the school in one day, one day simulation test a week, a lot of parking, very good teachers ... I think for a Spaniard with a car, who wants to take the DELF it is the best value for the money in France (I've been to three different schools).

Marilyn is a super professional teacher, she teaches very well, and is also very pretty!

The teacher was very experienced, and the multimedia centre was very well equipped.

Make sure you're given a proper introduction to the school facilities - because only I and one other student began on the first day of my course we didn't receive a proper introduction and it took me a week to work out what facilities were available and how to access them.

The school teaches in a very formal way - it isn't interactive and doesn't support those who are struggling. Each student is expected to take care of their own needs. I fell between two levels and was put in the higher class which I found difficult and demoralising.

It was easy to find one's way around the school. There was an excellent library and computer room. It was located close to the town.

Be aware that the school has no cantine facilites.

The Erasmus accommodation was awful. It was filthy on my arrival. I had to go to the supermarket to buy cleaning products as the surfaces were black with dirt. The bed was really a matress on the floor. There was a disgusting smell coming from the fridge and mould growing around the shower curtain. I even wore flip flops in the shower. I tried to spend as little time as possible here.

Well organised, friendly, helpful and plenty of learning aids.

I only enrolled for 1 week, due to present circumstances, not long enough! Next time I will enrol for at least 4 weeks so I can progress further.

I would recommend staying with a host family, mine were brilliant and made me feel really welcome.

The facilities were good. The teaching was well adapted to the needs of students

I was told to report at 8.30 am on the 1st day but nothing happened until 9.20. After that the testing and placement took all morning and could have been much better organised.

the professors are excellent

Other students.

commnication with different people, including native speakers, during the classes and at social activities

don't be shy, participate in as many group activities as possible

the multiculturalism of the student body. The ease of living in Royan.

in the fall and winter there are a lot fewer students

voice your comments to the teacher, they are very receptive to suggestions

The friendly atmosphere and the helpful staff

Courses run for 2 weeks then a new course starts. So try to stay for an even number of weeks.

we met people from many countries you wouldn`t get to know usually

Quality of teaching/ Other students

Don't have a doubt, just do it! it's great!!

The commitment of the teachers the quality of the facilities

go for a shared flat or host family, you speak so much more french.

Teachers

just enjoy.

All the teachers are very good, each one with its own style. Well done carel. It is great that the students come from all over the world not only from one or two countries. It is a pity that the internet access is not for free.

Wonderful Professor - very patient with newbies!

Take advantage of the Media Center, well equipped and useful for studying.

Very international school, so be aware that this affects your classroom learning - various accents and levels of study contributes for an interesting learning environment. Furthermore the school is very well organized and available in your regards. Majority of students in the intensive summer course were university aged, and activities are geared more for this group age, but good interaction with everyone even if you are older and willing to be social. I highly recommend CAREL.

multi cultural and friendly

I would like to come again !

the teaching

A good school. I was unlucky with my host family, which turned out to be just a woman who had just split up with her partner.

facilities

Different media and ways to learn and consolidate the language skills.

The very dedicated and imaginative teachers, varied teaching; flexibility of teachers, focusing on communication

I would definitely take more than two weeks of classes next time.

The mix of nationalities (on average about 80 students from 20 nations) and ages (approx. 21-60 years). A good value for money. The city of Royan is not comparable to places like Nice, Paris, Bordeaux, but there are many possibilities for activities, and during the week, it is easier to focus on the lessons than in the above mentioned places.

The horseback ride through the forest next to St. George de Didonne is also great for beginners who have never even ridden before!

My accommodation in a host family was a bit grubby but my hostess was very friendly, helpful, and a good cook of the French cuisine! Also, she talked a lot with me, so I would absolutely recommend to stay with a host family. However, you should be prepared that the idea of cleanliness and order may be different than your own.

The diversity of the social activities and the innovative teaching techniques

The cosy atmosphere

In my case, the different levels in the class affected my learning.

The variety of students, the situation..

The people, the teachers and the sports program.

The variety of activities.

The residence, Lycee l'atlantique, has no kitchen.

Excellent teachers, good technical equipment, accurate evaluation of progress and indications for further improvements.

sport activities

Excursions

Congratulations for the welcome of the teachers and guides. Really good service.

Atmosphere in the school

Lunch breaks are too long

The training in the language lab and the listening exercises could have been more extensive.

I especially liked the activities outside class. For example, I went to the welcome reception for new students in the nearby Irish Pub "Astoria" and was able to quickly establish contact with French people. For me it was important to practice French. The school also offers English courses for French .There you can find also very easy language partner

Astoria and many other excursions.

Quality of teachers

To avoid accomodation at Erasmus residence

To prefer summer courses

Good organisation, very friendly, good quality of lessons

Don't miss the entertaining program!

Choose to stay at with a host family!

I can recommend this school if you are serious about learning French. Very dedicated and qualified teaching staff.

School offers alot of different leisure activities - if you have time to attend apart from class and homework. The city itself had not much to offer. It caters more to retirees and tourists.

The school/teachers put a lot of efforts to teach french with multimedia technologies and interactions with french people.

Don't miss the zoo!

the animation program

Carel is a wonderful place to study a language, to meet nice people and to have party. Almost every evening there is very varied animation programm so you get to know the other students very soon. The students are from all over the world and it´s very interesting to meet all. But you should pay attention about the placement test. So don´t hesitate to change the course, no matter if you are told that it is not possible. I think the best place to stay is either with a family (if you get along) - very good for learning French - or in an appartement. The Erasmus house is ok but not very comfortable. Royan is quite small and in the summer very touristic, the beach is a bit crowded, but anyway it´s great to be at the sea and in the evening there are lots of concerts and other animation. You shouldn´t miss the nice French restaurants, even if they are expensive and a bit touristic.

The animation program

The animation program

the organisation

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