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Lyon Bleu International
Lyon, France

82 rue Duguesclin - 69006 Lyon - see on map
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What we like about the school
  • Welcome breakfast.
  • Free optional weekly tutoring sessions in mini-groups.
What we dislike about the school
  • Do not offer favorable cancellation terms in the case of a student getting a visa rejected.
  • Lessons are 45 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.

Venue: One of Lyon’s most prominent French language institutes, Lyon Bleu International is housed in a 600m2 ground-level space, situated in a lively neighborhood that has plenty to offer to those who wish to embrace this historical city and what it has to offer. Lyon serves as a large economic and tourist hub in France and is conveniently situated in the middle of the country where very important crossroads lead to the heart of Europe.

Course structure: At Lyon Bleu, teachers are screened and hired based on their academic qualifications and relevant experience in teaching French to international students across the following course plans: Semi-intensive General French, Intensive General French, One-to-One General French, Premium Intensive General French, French Programs for Groups, and DELF/DALF/TCF preparation courses. All language instructors at Lyon Bleu are committed to ensuring the highest quality of education, by implementing up-to-date and varied methods within each programme.

Accommodation: Lyon Bleu International offers 2 main accommodation options that include staying with a French family, or in a furnished and fully-equipped studio that offers transportation to and from the school.

French Courses

General Language
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 30 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 12 13 24 36
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 269 256 538 512 807 767 1,075 1,022 1,494 1,420 1,992 1,893 2,490 2,366 2,640 2,508 2,860 2,717 5,280 5,016 7,920 7,524
Price in US$ 301 602 903 1,203 1,672 2,229 2,786 2,954 3,200 5,907 8,860
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
4 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:45 - 12:00
Afternoon: 14:30 - 17:45
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Absolute Beginner (A0)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 10
Lesson duration
45 min
Student reviews about "Standard Course" at Lyon Bleu International
Sayuri  5.0
"The classes were well-balanced, covering grammar and pronunciation, and even included some fun games."
Ulrich 5.0
"Well prepared."
Daniel 5.0
"Well delivered and timetable worked very well for me. "
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 30 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 6 8 10 12 13 24 36
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 329 313 658 626 987 938 1,316 1,251 1,794 1,705 2,392 2,273 2,990 2,841 2,500 2,375 3,250 3,088 4,500 4,275 5,995 5,696
Price in US$ 369 737 1,105 1,473 2,007 2,676 3,345 2,797 3,636 5,034 6,707
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
5-6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:45 - 14:15
Afternoon: 12:15 - 18:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Absolute Beginner (A0)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 10
Lesson duration
45 min
Student reviews about "Intensive Course" at Lyon Bleu International
Anna Sophia 5.0
"Very good. You have the basics in normal lessons and then deepen your knowledge in les Ateliers."
Alva 4.0
"Worth to do the whole 8 weeks, disappointing that there was no compensation for the holiday."
Celene 5.0
"Very good environment. Teachers were great, especially Mihaela Balta."
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 30 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 365 347 730 694 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Price in US$ 409 817
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:45 - 12:00
Afternoon: 14:30 - 17:45
Possible course durations
1, 2 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 10
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 30 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 469 446 938 892 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Price in US$ 525 1,050
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
8 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:45 - 12:00
Afternoon: 14:30 - 17:45
Possible course durations
1, 2 weeks
Required minimum language level
Elementary (A2) or higher
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 10
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 30 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 560 532 1,120 1,064 1,680 1,596 2,240 2,128 2,525 2,399 3,030 2,879 3,535 3,359 4,040 3,838 4,545 4,318 5,050 4,798 6,060 5,757
Price in US$ 627 1,253 1,880 2,506 2,825 3,390 3,955 4,520 5,085 5,650 6,779
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday

This course includes the Intensive Course of 26 group lessons plus 4 private lessons per week.

Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:45 - 14:15
Afternoon: 12:45 - 18:00
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Required minimum language level
Absolute Beginner (A0)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 10
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 30 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 469 446 938 892 1,407 1,337 1,876 1,783 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Price in US$ 525 1,050 1,574 2,099
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
General course schedule
8 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:45 - 12:00
Afternoon: 14:30 - 18:00
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
Required minimum language level
Elementary (A2) or higher
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 10
Lesson duration
45 min
Online
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 30 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 0 0 0 180 171 0 0 0 320 304 0 0 460 437
Price in US$ 202 358 515
Starting dates
Every first Monday of month
Course specific data
General course schedule
0-1 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Afternoon: 18:00 - 19:30
Possible course durations
4, 8, 12 weeks
Required minimum language level
Elementary (A2) or higher
Minimum required student age
18 years
Students per class
Maximum: 8 / Average: 6
Lesson duration
45 min
Private
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 30 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 670 637 1,340 1,273 2,010 1,910 2,680 2,546 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Price in US$ 750 1,499 2,249 2,998
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
Required minimum language level
Absolute Beginner (A0)
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 30 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 342 325 684 650 1,026 975 1,368 1,300 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Price in US$ 383 766 1,148 1,531
Starting dates
Every Monday
Course specific data
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Lesson duration
45 min
Exam PreparationWhy exam preparation courses are excellent for optimum progress
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 30 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 560 532 1,120 1,064 1,680 1,596 2,240 2,128 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Price in US$ 627 1,253 1,880 2,506
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday

This programme consists of the Intensive group course of 26 group lessons and 4 private lessons devoted to EXAM preparation per week.

Course specific data
General course schedule
6 daily lessons of 45 minutes will take place within the following possible time slots. The exact schedule will be assigned on the first day of class according to your level:
Morning: 8:45 - 14:15
Afternoon: 14:30 - 18:00
Possible course durations
1, 2, 3, 4 weeks
Required minimum language level
Beginner (Upper A1)
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 14 / Average: 10
Lesson duration
45 min
Specialty Courses
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 30 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 350 333 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Price in US$ 392
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
Every Monday
Course specific data
Possible course durations
1 weeks
Language levels of course
Suitable for all levels: Beginner (A1) - Proficiency (C2)
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 30 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 400 380 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Price in US$ 448
Starting dates
2026: 30 Mar 2026, 20 Jul 2026
Course specific data
Possible course durations
1 weeks
Required minimum language level
Lower intermediate (B1) or higher
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min
FREE changes
FREE cancellation up to 30 days before the start of your course.
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Price at school (€) Our price (€) 400 380 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Price in US$ 448
Starting dates
2026: 27 Jul 2026, 26 Oct 2026
Course specific data
Possible course durations
1 weeks
Required minimum language level
Lower intermediate (B1) or higher
Students per class
Maximum: 10 / Average: 7
Lesson duration
45 min

Our prices for Lyon Bleu International include

  • INCLUDED Organized activities
  • INCLUDED Internet access and use of school computers
  • INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
  • INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test at first day of classes
  • INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
  • INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
  • INCLUDED Paid assistance in finding flats for long-term students at 60€

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Student opinions about Lyon Bleu International, Lyon

4.3
Overall school rating of
Lyon Bleu International, Lyon
205 authentic ratings from students who booked with us
School
Location of the school
4.6 
Facilities
4.0 
Social activities
3.9 
Organisation
4.4 
Course
Quality of teaching
4.6 
Value for money
4.2 
Accommodation
Homestay
4.2 
Shared Flat (apartment)
3.8 
Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years (7 ratings)
4.6 
Students 18-30 years (96 ratings)
4.4 
Students 31-49 years (55 ratings)
4.2 
Students 50+ years (45 ratings)
4.4 
Verified reviews only, uncensored. All student opinions from students who booked a course at the school with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Both the teachers and students were incredibly friendly. It’s a great learning environment for everyone, from young students to older learners. The lessons were fun and really easy to follow. Since I was in the A1 level, there was hardly any homework. They even offered free mini Q&A sessions!”
“They didn't have many books in their library, but I didn't really feel the need for them, so it wasn't an issue.”
Insider tip: “The lessons are easy to understand, and the teachers make sure to go over the tricky parts as many times as you need. All the students are so kind. This school is truly amazing!”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: The classes were well-balanced, covering grammar and pronunciation, and even included some fun games.Other comments: The school is in a fantastic location. It’s truly a wonderful school—thank you so much!
Course: Standard Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 15. Dec. 2025 by Sayuri  Shigeta
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Competent teacher”
Insider tip: “Excursion to Vienne.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Well prepared.Other comments: Excellent school
Course: Standard Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 16. Sep. 2024 by Ulrich Kempkens
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Everyone is very nice, the teachers are very friendly and you make a lot of progress with the lessons”
“Air conditioning did not always work well in one room”
Insider tip: “Le Parc de la Tête d'Or”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Very good. You have the basics in normal lessons and then deepen your knowledge in les Ateliers.
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 27. Jul. 2024 by Anna Sophia Sowa
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“Good teachers.
Syllabus makes sense.
Nice, that you can choose the length of your stay.”
“Should make it possible to buy coffee with reusable cup. The coffeemashine right now doesn't allow it, which is not sustainable.

Facilities either have no fresh air or daylight or if you open the roomdoor a lot of noises, which makes learning harder ...

Why is Lyon Bleu listed twice (once as Lyon Bleu and one time with KLF). The result is the same so it's just not correct to have it twice on your website (language course).
Also the description is not correct. See the following points:

No choice in time of lesson (A1, B1, C2 morning, A2 etc afternoon).
No compensation for the missing three classes on first of may. I asked if I could join some of the A1 classes in the morning as a compensation but they just offered to upgrade my booking which would have cost more...

Also the afternoon activities were not all free. In the end I was just able to join the only free one. (If that's always the case, the description should be more precise).

No snacks available to buy.

Printing is very limited (just 10 pages max).”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Worth to do the whole 8 weeks, disappointing that there was no compensation for the holiday.
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Review date: 7. May. 2024 by Alva Beutin
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Teaching is to a high level and there is good variation throughout the class day. All teachers are exceptionally talented and linguistic. Lyon is a vibrant city with so much going for it. I would highly encourage anyone looking to learn French to come to this school. Standard is incredibly high and there is a lot of passion and commitment from all staff to push their students to a higher level of language learning.”
“Not much to be fair. Other than be prepared to speak French as speaking English, while tolerated, is not actively encouraged especially within class only French will be permitted and encouraged.”
Insider tip: “Be sure to be strong in all aspects of French as your grammar, listening & writing will be thoroughly honed in on, while at this school.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Well delivered and timetable worked very well for me. Other comments: Definitely worth while experience.
Course: Standard Course - 3 weeks
Review date: 5. Apr. 2024 by Daniel Sheridan
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Overall, I was very enthusiastic about the quality of the school. Everything was very well organised, you were well informed about the procedures in advance. On the first day, there was a nice welcome with a friendly assessment of language skills. All of the teachers I experienced were friendly, personable and absolutely professional. My teacher Constance made the lessons very lively, with good, creative ideas. She was able to turn even dry grammar lessons into motivating units with a lot of humour. I also found the afternoon activities good and interesting. I especially liked the French dinner at Chantale's. Absolutely recommended!”
“I had planned the language course in Lyon to get more into speaking. That came up a little short. Since the school also prepares students for the language exams required to study or work in France, the lessons were very grammar-heavy. I can also do that in Germany at the VHS. Tutorials were offered in the afternoons, but far too few for my taste, and you had to register very early to even get in. In class, there was often group work. Of course, we had to speak French, but there was no teacher to correct mistakes. I also found the tests that were given pointless and a waste of time. In my opinion, the school should differentiate more according to the motivation for taking part in the language courses and then adapt the courses accordingly.”
Details of the review
Other comments: Overall I was very satisfied and will probably come again
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 1. Oct. 2023 by Felicitas Kaiser
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“The cultural activities and Wednesdays of support for doubts, I don't remember the name, it was like group counseling where we also talked.”
“Improve classrooms; in some the air conditioning did not work. Create a conversation club to help us learn.”
Insider tip: “In general, the school seems good to me, just reinforce the points already mentioned.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: It depended on the teacher: with some we didn't have a conversation, just the class.Other comments: It's good.
Course: Essential General Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 5. Sep. 2023 by María Isabel Hernández
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Reasonable price, quality of teaching, comfortable classrooms, kindness of teachers and other staff. Through Google Classroom you can access the summary of everything given in class every day.”
“You have to take the metro or walk for a long time to go to the city center.”
Insider tip: “In general, most of the students are very young, 20-25 years old, but in the culture course there were quite a few over 50.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: It is a very good course because it includes 2 cultural activities after classes. Activities such as visits to various parts of the city, wine tasting, cooking class, cruise along the Saona river, etc.Other comments: I've only been there for a week, but due to the quality of the teaching, I think it's worth doing long-term courses.
Course: Essential General Course - 1 week
Review date: 30. Aug. 2023 by Javier Montalvo
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Very good and motivated teachers, the afternoon programme was also very good.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Review date: 26. Jun. 2023 by Patrick Konrad
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Teachers are so gentle and they explain pretty well. I love wine tasting activities.”
Details of the review
Course: Standard Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 13. Feb. 2023 by Emiri Iwasaki
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“I really enjoyed learning the language, good and friendly teachers and a very nice Host family (Janine) and the fact, that you made sure, that you will be in a class with students which are as good (or bad) as you are.”
“It was really good that you offered afternoon activities, although there weren't many things I was interested in. I really enjoyed the city tour by Janine, but that was basically it. But I am also quite young compared to the other students, so I would guess that that was a unique problem. All in all, I learned a lot and I enjoyed spending my free time in the park.”
Insider tip: “The Park”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 5. Sep. 2022 by Malte Clement
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“Well-structured programme. Competent teachers.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Very competent teacher in private lessonsOther comments: Some of the groups are far too big. (also due to Corona)
Course: Combined Semi-Intensive Course 2 (15 Group + 10 individual) - 4 weeks
Review date: 19. Jul. 2022 by Johannes Besgen
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Teachers' professionalism”
Insider tip: “Everything is going on, well planned by the manager of Lyon Bleu.”
Details of the review
Course: French for French teachers (year round programme) - 2 weeks
Review date: 17. Dec. 2019 by Rossella Ruscica
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Certificates could be printed on better quality paper. We spend a lot of money on the courses, would be nice if the school provided us with quality certificates.”
Details of the review
Quality of teaching / language progress: Very good environment. Teachers were great, especially Mihaela Balta.
Course: Intensive Course - 3 weeks
Review date: 25. Jul. 2019 by Celene Bailey
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“Nothing special.”
Insider tip: “Other schools should be better.”
Details of the review
Other comments: Terrible service.
Course: Intensive Course - 3 weeks
Review date: 5. Apr. 2019 by Yoshiharu Nakajima
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“Professor”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - 24 weeks
Review date: 6. Mar. 2019 by Sutasinee Saengprateep
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“The central location, as it gave you the opportunity to go for a walk in the city after school.”
Insider tip: “The choice of subjects in private lessons and of course arriving at school on time.”
Details of the review
Course: DELF / DALF Preparation (15 group + 5 individual) - 1 week
Review date: 11. Feb. 2019 by Andrej Klimov
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“The relaxed atmosphere”
Details of the review
Course: DELF / DALF Preparation (15 group + 5 individual) - 1 week
Review date: 11. Feb. 2019 by Simon Weibel
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“You can deal openly with each other.”
Details of the review
Course: DELF / DALF Preparation (15 group + 5 individual) - 1 week
Review date: 11. Feb. 2019 by Damian Bühler
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“Tutorials are great- personalized, interesting positive and meticulous !”
Details of the review
Other comments: Thank you everyone !
Course: Intensive Course - 3 weeks
Review date: 7. Nov. 2018 by Bryan Stickland
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“My teachers were excellent, and I liked the small size of the classes .”
Insider tip: “The wine and cheese tasting with Didier was excellent.”
Details of the review
Other comments: Please fix the coffee machine! Kept getting black sweetened coffee when I asked for unsweetened coffee with milk. Trivial, but still frustrating during a short break between classes. There seems to be a large turnover of teachers so wonder about their working conditions and salaries as compared with other schools.
Course: Combined Semi-Intensive Course 1 (15 group + 5 individual) - 3 weeks
Review date: 30. Oct. 2018 by Deborah Lee
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“The teachers were helpful and the methods were very good.
I liked coming with the students and and becoming acquainted with them.”
Insider tip: “Make contact with the other students, because that helps them to speak the new language.”
Details of the review
Other comments: It wasn't good, when I had to repeat the same course two times, so I think it´s better to make the time from the beginning of the course suitable for the student.
Course: Intensive Course - 4 weeks
Review date: 29. Oct. 2018 by Aya Alhomsi
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Lyon is a fantastic city worth exploring every nook and cranny. I had lots of time after my morning classes to take in the sights and enjoy my summer in the city.”
Insider tip: “If you're staying more than a week, consider getting a Velo'v membership. It's quicker than taking the bus or metro and you'll be able to see more of the city by using the bikes for hire.”
Details of the review
Other comments: No food is allowed to be eaten inside the classrooms, so come to class with a full stomach and bring a snack for the break.
Course: Semi-Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 6. Sep. 2018 by Kevin Carmona-murphy
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“Teachers are lovely”
Details of the review
Course: DELF / DALF Preparation (15 group + 5 individual) - 8 weeks
Review date: 4. Sep. 2018 by Nicholas Ciappessoni
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Private lessons.
Change of teachers if you stay for several weeks.
Lessons with Muriel.”
Insider tip: “The tutorial was good.”
Details of the review
Course: Combined Intensive Course 1 (25 group + 5 individual) - 3 weeks
Review date: 14. Aug. 2018 by Gabriele Kelz
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“Excellent teaching, modern facilities and well organised.”
Insider tip: “Guided visit on day 1 is well worth it.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Review date: 24. Jul. 2018 by Bernard Sexton
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Organization, teacher, lesson topics”
Insider tip: “The number of students per class does not exceed 15 people, consequently a good relationship is established between professor and students. Everyone can speak and improve the foreign language.”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Review date: 26. Jun. 2018 by NADEJDA BUTENCO
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
“Quality of the lessons and the teachers.”
Details of the review
Course: Combined Intensive Course 2 (25 group + 10 individual) - 4 weeks
Review date: 19. Jun. 2018 by Annemieke Vader
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
4.0
“The teaching was very good. The cuisine side of the course was excellent. I would have liked excursions outside the cuisine/gastronomy part of the course.”
Insider tip: “Enjoy the city! Fantastic culture and food in the city.”
Details of the review
Other comments: Excellent course but would have liked excursions.
Course: French & Cuisine - 2 weeks
Review date: 4. Jun. 2018 by Yung-ming Man
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.
Overall rating
5.0
Insider tip: “Stay at least two weeks”
Details of the review
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Review date: 5. Feb. 2018 by Yukina Sakai
Verified student who booked this course with LanguageCourse.net.

Ratings of Lyon Bleu International compared to ratings of all schools in France

 Lyon Bleu International LyonAverage of all other schools in France
Overall school rating4.34.3
Location of the school4.64.7
Facilities4.03.8
Social activities3.93.7
Organisation4.44.2
Quality of teaching4.64.4
Value for money4.24.1
Homestay4.24.2
Shared flat4.14.1

Lyon Bleu International

Accreditations and Quality seals
FLECampus France
French teacher qualifications
100% hold a university degree
100% hold a recognised language teaching qualification
Languages spoken by school staff (cannot be guaranteed by school)
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee if you already attended previously a course at Lyon Bleu International and you book here.
Year of school foundation
1999

General school facilities

  • Drink vending machine

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Movie rental

  • Movie room

  • Lounge

  • Copy machine

  • Printer for student use

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Non-smoking (all indoor areas, but not all outdoor areas of school)

  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in all classrooms

    • Air conditioning in most classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in all classrooms

    • Number of classrooms: 16
    • Number of public PC workstations: 1

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to reception

    • Wheelchair access to cafeteria

Student Age / Nationality

Top student nationalities
Student Nationality Percentage of students
Germany 19%
Switzerland 12%
England 7%
USA 7%
Spain 6%
Brazil 4%
Japan 4%
Italy 4%
China 2%
Sweden 1%
Korea 1%
Netherlands 1%
Turkey 1%
Chile 1%
Other nationalities 30%
Age of students
  Percentage of students
1-18 years 3%
18-24 years 46%
25-34 years 20%
35-50 years 18%
>50 years 13%
The average age outside summer is 10 years higher than in summer.
Average number of students
In summer: 190
Throughout the year: 100
Minimum age of students
16 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Average age of students
In summer: 25 years
Throughout the year: 35 years

Information for all courses offered by Lyon Bleu International

Lesson duration
45 minutes
School's administrative fee
€80
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Comments about courses

Late-start A0 beginners will be required to complete the online platform beginner module: EUR 49.00

Registration fee for online course: EUR 30.00

Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 72 €. The combination of group and individual lessons is highly recommended. Individual lessons will encourage you to actively speak the foreign language and will offer you the opportunity to discuss individual problems and weaknesses.
Days without class
In 2026 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2026, 03 Apr 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 01 May 2026, 08 May 2026, 25 May 2026, 14 Jul 2026, 15 Aug 2026, 11 Nov 2026, 19 Dec 2026 - 31 Dec 2026.
If a bank holiday falls on a weekday there is no refund nor are missed lessons recuperated. This is the case for the majority of language schools.
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Lessons needed per French language level
Level (CEFR) LESSONS needed per level WEEKS needed
(20 lessons per week)
A1 Beginner A1 to A2 80 4
A2 Elementary A2 to B1 160 8
B1 Intermediate B1 to B2 180 9
B2 Higher Intermediate B2 to C1 200 10
C1 Advanced C1 to C2 220 11
C2 Proficiency
Data above gives some guidance. For more details consult our page How long does it take to learn a language or reach a specific level.

Airport transfer

Lyon-Saint Exupery Airport:
€90 one way
€180 return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is St-Exupéry (LYS).

Leisure activities

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

- Guided tour of Lyon every Monday.
- Picnics.
- Pétanque.

Adults - Paid activities

- Tastings (wine, cheese, champagne, chocolates).
- Cooking workshops.
- Guided tours of different areas, museums.
activity possibledistance from school
Ballet-
Cooking-
Dancing1 km
Football (soccer)1 km
Golf15 km
Horse riding10 km
Mountainbiking10 km
Music-
Rugby-1 km
Sailing-15 km
Skiing100 km
Squash1 km
Swimming-
Tennis1 km
Volleyball1 km
Windsurfing-15 km
Yoga-

Accommodation

Show details of all accommodations
Free cancellation up to 30 days before arrival
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
Price in € 215 430 645 860 1075 1290 1505 1720 2150 2580 215
Price in US$ 254 507 760 1,013 1,266 1,519 1,773 2,026 2,532 3,038 254
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

The family will meet the student at the train station. The students must provide their arrival details with sufficient notice.

Optional extras:
Special diet: EUR 50 per week.

Check-in
Sunday 10:00-21:55
Check-out
Saturday 10:00-21:55
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Price extra night
€40 (Only extra week bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Average distance from school
17 minutes walking (average reported by 40 former students).
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast.
Minimum age of students
17
Maximum age of students
79
Student reviews about Homestay
Felicitas
Accommodation: 3.0
Location: 5.0
Room: 4.0
Meals 2.0
"The accommodation was in a great location. Right next to the park, a 12-minute walk from the school. The room was large and clean, I used the bathroom with my hostess. Unfortunately, we had little contact as Beatrice was working, which meant that my goal of getting to speak a lot in the host family was not met. The breakfast was modest, but I guess that's normal in France.
Celene
Accommodation: 3.0
Location: 5.0
Room: 2.0
Meals 2.0
"Didn't really interact with us, as opposed to many other hosts who spent time with the students living in their home. Room had necessary things but was quite small and had ants.
Free cancellation up to 30 days before arrival
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
Price in € 275 550 825 1100 1375 1650 1925 2200 2750 3300 275
Price in US$ 324 648 972 1,296 1,620 1,943 2,267 2,591 3,239 3,886 324
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person

The family will meet the student at the train station. The student must provide their arrival details with sufficient notice.

Optional extras:
Special diet: EUR 50 per week

Check-in
Sunday 9:00-22:30
Check-out
Saturday 8:00-17:30
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Price extra night
€50 (Only extra week bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Average distance from school
18 minutes walking (average reported by 32 former students).
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
16
Maximum age of students
79
Student reviews about Homestay
Anna Sophia
Accommodation: 5.0
Location: 5.0
Room: 5.0
Meals 5.0
"Host family, single room, half board - very considerate and always friendly. Food was very tasty and balanced, room was very spacious and had a great view over the whole city
Daniel
Accommodation: 5.0
Location: 5.0
Room: 5.0
Meals 5.0
"The Family were wonderful hosts. I would highly recommend for anyone to stay with them. They will make you feel welcome and treat you like one of their own family. They’re open, honest and hard working young couple. Just be prepared their accommodation is approximately 3Km walk from school - residence. So be advised. You will also have everything you need at your doorstep in terms of facilities and local amenities (gym, shops, post office, pharmacies, restaurants, cinema). Both hosts will cook and they keep their residence’s in high standard of cleanliness. Your room will also have a table in there to study.
Emiri
Accommodation: 5.0
Location: 5.0
Room: 5.0
Meals 5.0
"Host mother is very kind and there was no trouble in terms of culture aspect and custom. Meals are so balanced and healthy.
Free cancellation up to 30 days before arrival
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
Price in € 195 390 585 780 975 1170 1365 1560 1950 2340 195
Price in US$ 230 460 689 919 1,149 1,378 1,608 1,837 2,297 2,756 230
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday 10:00-21:55
Check-out
Saturday 10:00-21:55
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Price extra night
€35 (Only extra week bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Average distance from school
20 minutes by public transport.
Includes
Towels, Bedding/linen, Weekly cleaning, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
19
Maximum age of students
79
Student reviews about Homestay
Sayuri 
Accommodation: 5.0
Location: 5.0
Room: 5.0
Meals 5.0
"My host mom was wonderful! She showed me around town when I first arrived, and even though I was doing my own cooking, she often shared her meals with me. On my last day, she even packed me breakfast and some chocolate cake for the road! My room was lovely, and I had my own private shower, toilet, and TV. She was always checking in on me to make sure I was okay. My only regret is that my French wasn't good enough to talk with her more.
Free cancellation up to 30 days before arrival
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
Price in € -- -- -- -- 1150 1380 1610 1840 2300 2760 230
Price in US$ 1,355 1,625 1,896 2,167 2,709 3,250 271
Minimum stay: 5 weeks
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
No extra nights bookable
Room Occupancy
Single room
Includes
Shared bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18
Free cancellation up to 30 days before arrival
Weeks 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 12 Additional
Week
Price in € 560 1120 1680 2240 2150 2580 3010 3440 4300 5160 430
Price in US$ 660 1,319 1,979 2,638 2,532 3,038 3,545 4,051 5,064 6,076 507
Minimum stay: 1 week
Prices based on accommodation from Sunday to Saturday
Price per person
Check-in
Sunday
Check-out
Saturday
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
Price extra night
€90 (Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Private bathroom
Included
Includes
Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Private bathroom.
Meals
No meals.
Minimum age of students
18

Student Testimonial Videos

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Questions and answers about Lyon Bleu International

I am 17 years old and am looking for a host family with breakfast without dinner. Is this possible?
“Host families with breakfast only can be booked for students aged 18 and over. Unfortunately, no exceptions can be made. The advantage is that you get more in touch with the family over dinner and practice your oral French. Also, keep in mind that it is quite expensive if you eat out every evening because the kitchens of the host families are not intended for use by the students.”
Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Jun 07, 2024
When do I have to take the level test?
“After booking, we will send you a placement test, which you should take as soon as possible. Without the placement test 48 hours before your arrival, we cannot guarantee you a place in a group that matches the level you indicated at the time of booking. On the first day of school at 8:00. there is a short oral test.”
Bella, from Lyon Bleu - Jun 13, 2023

FAQ about Lyon Bleu International, Lyon

I wanted to ask if there was a timetable for A1 - B2 classes?
“Depending on your level, you might have morning or afternoon classes. That could be confirmed after your registration and your written test. Students can't choose the schedule.

Ketty, Admission officer from Lyon Bleu - Nov 08, 2023
My children are 14 years old twins. I need them to have better knowledge of French language and culture. I want you to check availability.
“The minimum required age at the Lyon Bleu school is 18 years. They can't accept younger students. ”
Tea, Admissions Officer from Lyon Bleu International - May 08, 2023
Can you cook your own dinner if you just book the homestay with breakfast? What do most people do?
“Most schools do not allow students to use the kitchen in case they book homestay. However, if you book a single room with breakfast through Lyon Bleu International you'll have access to the kitchen. You'll be able to prepare your own dinners.”
Angela, Consultant from Languagecourse.net - Feb 14, 2023
Is there a maximum time you can stay with a host family? I am thinking of doing 10 weeks.
“The duration of the accommodation must correspond to the duration of the course.
Tea, Admissions Officer from Lyon Bleu International - Feb 14, 2023
How long does it take to complete the B2 level?
“At Lyon Bleu, the teaching programme has been tailor-made and is based on a period of 8 weeks for levels A1 to B2 inclusive (8 weeks per level from A1 to B2) and 16 weeks for level C1.
Tea, Admissions Officer from Lyon Bleu International - Feb 14, 2023
I plan to book an 8-week course at Lyon Bleu. Will the school offer any refund or make up for lessons in case a bank holiday falls on a weekday?
“The school is open all year long except for the Christmas holidays. The school will be closed for French holidays unless otherwise noted. The following applies for programmes between 1 and 4 weeks in length:

- Intensive courses: lessons falling on a holiday will be reimbursed or replaced by an activity

- For any other programme: lessons falling on public holidays will be replaced.”
Angela Ligartova, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 29, 2022
Lyon Bleu International offers courses for which ages?
“Lyon Bleu International offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 25 during the summer and 35 for the rest of the year.”

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Students should arrive at 8:00
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SARL Lyon Bleu International | Tax registration ID: FR0L422404970

Visa Documents

Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 90 days.
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Nationals from countries that require a visa will receive documents from the school, related to booking confirmation, which is required for the visa application.
Full payment of all fees required before school dispatches documents required for visa application
Yes
Express shipment fee (via courier)
120 €
Free shipment via regular mail
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