What we like about the school
- Nantes is one of the top destinations our students liked most
- Excellent nationality mix. No student nationality makes up more than 10% of students.
- Lessons are for 60 minutes, much longer than in most schools.
Location: Right in the centre of the historical city of Nantes, lies the school Institut Francophonie. Nantes is to the North West of France in the region of Brittany, close to the Bay of Biscay and home to the Medieval Castle of the Dukes of Brittany. This structure dates back to the medieval period, although it has experienced extensive restoration, and was a pivot point not just within the city but also for the whole of Brittany.
Getting around: Institut Francophonie is a 10 minute walk from the Medieval castle in the up and coming neighbourhood of Madeleine-Champ de Mars, a mixture of modern architecture and traditional streets.
Local attractions:Along with the jaw dropping castle, Nantes has some other interesting characteristics and historical notifications. Looking for something different, then look no further than the Machines of the Isle of Nantes, a museum created by two local artists to project fantasy and surrealism into the city. The museum is around a 25 minute walk from the school, along the River Loire, and the river itself is a noteworthy feature in the history of the city.
Course Structure: Nantes has lots to offer anyone wanting to learn more about the town and Institut Francophonie absorbs this into its courses. With nearly 30 years of experience teaching the French language, Institut Francophonie really understands what helps to form a deep memory of a language and has designed its courses to reflect this. The school offers a range of package programmes, which combine learning the French language with one of the key features of the city including Véritable Petit Beurre", the castle, the mechanical artwork, Jules Verne, Jacques Demy and the River Loire. It is not surprising that a vast nationality mix of students visit the school to learn more of both the French language and the city of Nantes.
- The language school Institut Francophonie was founded in Nantes, France in 1991.
- Legal name / parent company: EURL Francophonie
- Tax registration ID: FR46812609816
French Courses
School also offers courses to learn
English
General Language
General French 15

15 Lessons per week
|
12 Students (max)
Offer!
from
181€
172€
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 13 | 25 | 36 | 52 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | 181 172 | 362 344 | 453 431 | 604 574 | 906 861 | 1208 1148 | 1703 1618 | 2950 2803 | 4248 4036 | 6136 5830 | 118 113 |
Price in US$ | 176 | 351 | 439 | 585 | 877 | 1169 | 1647 | 2853 | 4109 | 5935 | 115 |
This course includes 3 lessons a day 5 times a week.
Course specific data
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
See starting dates for absolute beginners
Starting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a French course before:
03 Jan. 2022, 12 Sep. 2022
03 Jan. 2022, 12 Sep. 2022
General course schedule
3 daily lessons of 60 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: 9:30 - 12:30
Morning: 9:30 - 12:30
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 10
General French 4
4 Lessons per week
|
12 Students (max)
Offer!
from
49€
47€
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 13 | 25 | 36 | 52 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | 49 47 | 98 94 | 135 129 | 180 171 | 270 257 | 360 342 | 533 507 | 975 927 | 1404 1334 | 2028 1927 | 39 38 |
Price in US$ | 48 | 95 | 131 | 175 | 262 | 349 | 516 | 943 | 1358 | 1962 | 38 |
This course includes 2 lessons a day 2 times a week.
Course specific data
Starting dates
For all levels except of absolute beginners:
See starting dates for absolute beginners
Starting dates for absolute beginners who have not taken a French course before:
03 Jan. 2022, 12 Sep. 2022
03 Jan. 2022, 12 Sep. 2022
General course schedule
0-1 daily lessons of 60 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: 9:30 - 11:30
Afternoon: 13:45 - 15:45
Morning: 9:30 - 11:30
Afternoon: 13:45 - 15:45
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 12 / Average: 10
Petit-Lu Nantais Pack
15 Lessons per week
|
12 Students (max)
Offer!
from
477€
466€
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 |
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Price in € | 477 466 | 954 931 | 1431 1396 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Price in US$ | 474 | 947 | 1421 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Included in package is:
Transfer to and from the airport
Level test
Hot beverage offered at each class.
Supplement of EUR 10 per day for full board.
Transfer to and from the airport
Level test
Hot beverage offered at each class.
Supplement of EUR 10 per day for full board.
Prices
Course price includes accommodation
Homestay, Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
Mini Group Lessons
5 Lessons per week
|
3 Students (max)
Offer!
from
230€
219€
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 24 | 36 | 48 | 52 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | 230 219 | 460 437 | 690 656 | 920 874 | 1380 1311 | 1840 1748 | 5520 5244 | 8280 7866 | 11040 10488 | 11960 11362 | 230 219 |
Price in US$ | 223 | 445 | 668 | 890 | 1335 | 1780 | 5339 | 8008 | 10677 | 11567 | 223 |
Private
Private Lessons
5 Lessons per week
|
1 Student (max)
Offer!
from
185€
176€
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 24 | 36 | 48 | 52 | Additional Week |
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Price in € | 185 176 | 370 352 | 555 528 | 740 703 | 1110 1055 | 1480 1406 | 4440 4218 | 6660 6327 | 8880 8436 | 9620 9139 | 185 176 |
Price in US$ | 179 | 358 | 537 | 716 | 1074 | 1432 | 4294 | 6441 | 8588 | 9304 | 179 |
Institut Francophonie is an examination centre for One-to-One.
This course allows students to focus on their specific language needs.
Course available from 1 to 15 hours per week and organisation "à la carte". The price per hour is EUR 37.
Course available from 1 to 15 hours per week and organisation "à la carte". The price per hour is EUR 37.
Course specific data
Starting dates
Every Monday
Possible course durations
1-99 weeks
Minimum required student age
16 years
Students per class
Maximum: 1 / Average: 1
Average One-to-One exam score of former students of this course
90
Work & Study
University Preparation Course 15
20 Lessons per week
|
11 Students (max)
Offer!
from
151€
144€
Weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 24 | 52 |
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Price in € | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 1812 1722 | 3142 2985 | 4486 4262 |
Price in US$ | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 1753 | 3039 | 4339 |
Course does not take place in July and August.
This course includes 15 class lessons and 5 hours of self-learning per week.
The course to book if you want to apply for a student visa : 15 hours in class plus 5 hours in autonomy (corrected homeworks, group workshops, oral presentation preparation, etc).
This course includes 15 class lessons and 5 hours of self-learning per week.
The course to book if you want to apply for a student visa : 15 hours in class plus 5 hours in autonomy (corrected homeworks, group workshops, oral presentation preparation, etc).
Information for all courses offered by Institut Francophonie
Lesson duration
60 minutes
Level test
A test to assess your exact language level takes place before the start of the course via an online form.
Individual classes
Single individual lessons of tuition can be reserved at 37 €. 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 2022 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan. 2022, 15 Apr. 2022, 18 Apr. 2022, 01 May 2022, 08 May 2022, 26 May 2022, 05 Jun. 2022, 06 Jun. 2022, 14 Jul. 2022, 08 Aug. 2022 - 13 Aug. 2022, 15 Aug. 2022, 01 Nov. 2022, 11 Nov. 2022, 25 Dec. 2022.
01 Jan. 2022, 15 Apr. 2022, 18 Apr. 2022, 01 May 2022, 08 May 2022, 26 May 2022, 05 Jun. 2022, 06 Jun. 2022, 14 Jul. 2022, 08 Aug. 2022 - 13 Aug. 2022, 15 Aug. 2022, 01 Nov. 2022, 11 Nov. 2022, 25 Dec. 2022.
School policy regarding bank holidays:Private classes are recuperated or refunded. Same as for nearly all language schools, group classes falling on bank holiday are not refunded and not recuperated.
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Our price includes
- INCLUDED Wireless LAN zone at school
- INCLUDED Free certificate of course attendance
- INCLUDED Language level placement test before arrival
Note: All courses offered by Institut Francophonie, Nantes can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.
Institut Francophonie
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)
First day of course
Students should arrive at 9:15
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at Institut Francophonie and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school



General school facilities
Microwave for student use
Fridge for student use
Library
Movie rental
Free after-class access to language learning software
Lounge
Balcony / terrace
Free coffee
Free water dispenser
Free WIFI
Classroom equipment
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 3Number of public PC workstations: 1Paid parking (<500m)Facilities for disabled students
Wheelchair access to classroom
Accessible Toilet
Wheelchair access to reception
Adapted for students with learning difficulty
Student Age / Nationality
Minimum age of students
16 years
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 3
Adult courses Throughout the year: 6
Average age of students
Top student nationalities
Age of students
Visa Documents
Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term courses up to 90 days.
Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.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
No
Express shipment fee (via courier)
110 €
Free shipment via regular mail
Yes
Preferential cancellation terms in case of visa refusal
School agreed that students booking online on this site will benefit from preferential cancellation fees in case of visa refusal, and in this case will never exceed EUR 180.
Leisure activities
activity possible | distance from school | |
---|---|---|
Ballet | | 2 km |
Baseball | | 5 km |
Basketball | | 5 km |
Cooking | | 2 km |
Cricket | | 5 km |
Dancing | | 5 km |
Field Hockey | | 14 km |
Football (soccer) | | 5 km |
Golf | | 10 km |
Horse riding | | 13 km |
Ice Hockey | | 6 km |
Music | | 5 km |
Rugby | | 5 km |
Sailing | | 20 km |
Squash | | 5 km |
Swimming | | 2 km |
Table Tennis | | 2 km |
Tennis | | 5 km |
Volleyball | | 5 km |
Yoga | | 2 km |
Accommodation
Homestay
Single room, Breakfast & 1 meal
| Minimum stay in weeks: 3
In high demand!
from
297 € per week
weeks | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 10 | 12 | Additional Week | One-time fee (charged by school) |
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Price in € | -- | -- | 891 | 1160 | -- | -- | 2079 | -- | -- | -- | -- | 50 |
Price in US$ | 908 | 1181 | 2117 | 51 |
Prices based on accommodation from Saturday to Saturday
Price per person
Price per person
Check-in
Saturday 8:00-19:00
Check-out
Saturday 8:00-19:00
Note: It is important to inform the school if you plan to arrive or leave outside the standard check in/check out times.
One-time fee
The school/accommodation provider will charge a non-refundable one-time fee of 50€.
Price extra night
40 €
(Individual extra nights bookable at indicated extra night price)
Room Occupancy
Single room
Includes
TV, Towels, Bedding/linen, Access to laundry service, Access to Wifi in building (Free WIFI), Heating, Shared bathroom.
Meals:
Breakfast & 1 meal.
Minimum age of students
16
Reviews
5.0
Overall school rating of
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- What is the best price for a course at Institut Francophonie, Nantes?French courses at Institut Francophonie start at 47 € for General French 4 course with 4 lessons per week. When booking here you benefit from an exclusive discount.
- What is the most popular accommodation offered by Institut Francophonie?The accommodation Homestay is the most popular among all our clients of Institut Francophonie
- Is it possible to take a course at Institut Francophonie as an absolute beginner?Yes. The following courses can be attended as an absolute beginner: General French 15, General French 4
- What is the number of students per class at Institut Francophonie?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Institut Francophonie varies from 1 students (Private Lessons) to 12 students (General French 15)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Institut Francophonie?100% of teachers at Institut Francophonie hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Which countries are students of Institut Francophonie from?The highest Nationality percentage at Institut Francophonie comes from Spain with a 9% representation, followed by students from Brazil (7%) and Venezuela (7%).
- Is this price lower than booking directly with the school?Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
- Institut Francophonie offers courses for which ages?Institut Francophonie offers courses from 16 years to 99. Average age is 20 during the summer and 30 for the rest of the year.
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