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LSFMontpellier, France

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4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Overall school rating of LSF, Montpellier
Ranked #2 of 8 French schools in Montpellier
School
Location of the school
4.8 

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Facilities
3.9 

Rating: 3.9/5.0

Social activities
4.2 

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Organisation
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Course
Quality of teaching
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Value for money
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Accommodation
Homestay
4.3 

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Shared Flat (apartment)
3.7 

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Other
5.0 

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Overall school rating by student age group
Students < 18 years
4.4 

Rating: 4.4/5.0

(31)
Students 18-30 years
4.6 

Rating: 4.6/5.0

(65)
Students 31-49 years
4.5 

Rating: 4.5/5.0

(53)
Students 50+ years
4.6 

Rating: 4.6/5.0

(64)
What we like about the school
  • Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students.
  • E-learning platform.
What we dislike about the school
  • Lessons are 45 minutes long, which is shorter than in other schools.
How we create the points regarding what we like/dislike about a school

Location: Located south of France, LSF Montpellier is a learning haven for students of the French language. With 20 years of experience and 20 fully equipped, air-conditioned classrooms, the school welcomes over 3,000 students every year. LSF Montpellier has a range of courses tailored for a variety of objectives including learning French for professional purposes, academic or even simply for the love of the language.

Course selection: The school offers beginner to advanced level courses adapted to all backgrounds of learning which is assessed through a written online test followed with an oral test. It also offers an intensive course for upgrading oral skills. LSF’s high quality programs are aimed at improving and solidifying the understanding of the French language. Students are provided with a Roadbook that includes illustrated examples and group activities that ensure the learning goes beyond the introductory understanding of French.

School facilities: The school incorporates an e-Learning platform for added convenience to students as well as long-distance learning programs.

Social and Cultural: Montpellier offers a wide range of sightseeing and tourism opportunities like hiking in the Pic Saint-Loup overlooks, stand up paddling in La Grande-Motte and biking among others. Students have a range of accommodation options from private apartments to host families to choose from.
  • The language school LSF was founded in Montpellier, France in 1996.
  • Legal name / parent company: New LSF SARL
  • Tax registration ID: FR09504539388
  • The school is an official exam center
    The following language examinations can be taken directly at the school:

French Courses

General Language
Junior
Online
Exam Preparation

Information for all courses offered by LSF

Comments about courses

Absolute beginner courses have fixed starting dates. A late start is possible (within two weeks after the course has begun) with the condition that you complete the online module for beginners (EUR 49).

Inscription fee for online courses is EUR 30.
Course prices include French lessons, use of LSF course materials (LSF course manual, e-learning platform and LSF app for smartphones), welcome meeting (with breakfast), guided visit of Montpellier and end-of-course certificate.

During busy weeks some classes may take place at the LSF annexes no more than a 5-minute walk from the LSF permanent school.

Lesson duration
45 minutes
School's administrative fee
80.00 €
Course material
Generally course material is distributed free to students and will stay in student property.
Days without class
In 2024 (including national and regional bank holidays):
01 Jan 2024 - 08 Jan 2024, 01 Apr 2024, 01 May 2024, 08 May 2024, 20 May 2024, 15 Aug 2024, 01 Nov 2024, 11 Nov 2024, 23 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024.
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 email.

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.

Our price includes

  • 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 junior courses: every afternoon free organized leisure program
  • INCLUDED For adult courses: a minimum of one free organized leisure activity per week
  • INCLUDED Free assistance in finding flats for long-term students
  • INCLUDED Elearning platform
Note: All courses offered by LSF, Montpellier can be reserved online with LanguageCourse.Net at a lower price than what you pay when booking directly at the school or at the school's website. In case a course is not listed above, just let us know.

Videos & Photos

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  • LSF School building
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  • friends
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  • LSF students
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  • Chatting
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  • Certificates
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  • New students
    New students8/41
  • Welcome to LSF
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  • Colourful steps
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  • Taking a break
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  • Courtyard
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  • Dinner with friends
    Dinner with friends13/41
  • in the garden
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  • Enjoying the outdoors
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  • Class work
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  • Happy students
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  • Group activity
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  • Conversations
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  • Outside discussion
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  • New friends
    New friends21/41
  • WELL DONE!
    WELL DONE!22/41
  • Class presentation
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  • Lounge of LSF Montpellier
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  • Group class
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  • Big group lesson
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  • City of Montpellier
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  • City streets
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  • Discussion
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  • Classwork
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  • Learning
    Learning34/41
  • Taking notes
    Taking notes35/41
  • Teacher
    Teacher36/41
  • textbook
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  • Listening in class
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LSF

Accreditations and Quality seals
FLEPreferential Terms in Case of Visa RefusalDFP, TEF
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 8:30
Offer for returning students
You will be refunded/waived the school's administration fee If you already attended previously a course at LSF and you book here.
Payment methods accepted for payments made directly to the school
Visa - logoMastercard - logoEurocard - logoPayPal - logoMaestro - logoCash payment - logoBank Transfer - logo

General school facilities

  • Kitchen for student use

  • Microwave for student use

  • Fridge for student use

  • Snack vending machine

  • Drink vending machine

  • Computer lab

  • Library

  • Daily press

  • Movie rental

  • Free after-class access to language learning software

  • Lounge

  • Garden

  • Rooftop terrace

  • Balcony / terrace

  • Student support desk

  • Copy machine

  • Printer for student use

  • Free water dispenser

  • Free WIFI

  • Smoking zones (outdoors)

  • Tourist information

  • Assistance with reservations for restaurants, bars, clubs

  • Facilities for islamic students

    • Homestay option that can prepare halal food

    • Homestay option for female islamic students where no men are living in household and that prepare halal food

    • Please advise us about the need for halal food and any other special dietary requirements at the time of booking
  • Classroom equipment

    • TV in all classrooms

    • Electronic whiteboard in some classrooms

    • Air conditioning in all classrooms

    • Heating in all classrooms

    • Ample natural light in most classrooms

    Number of classrooms: 22
    Number of public PC workstations: 8
    Paid parking (<500m)

    Facilities for disabled students

    • Wheelchair access to classroom

    • Accessible Toilet

    • Wheelchair access to reception

Additional comment about facilities of school

The main adult school, which also houses the administrative team, is located in a building opposite the law courts and next to the Arc de Triomphe, in the historic centre of Montpellier. The school includes 20 air-conditioned classrooms and 5 classrooms with interactive flat panels. LSF Foch has 7 classrooms, a Staff-room, garden, a terrace and drinks machines. LSF Préfecture has 7 classrooms and drinks machines. LSF Barnabé has 6 classrooms, a rooftop terrace and drinks machines.

Student Age / Nationality

Average number of students
In summer: 150
Throughout the year: 50
Junior courses - In summer: 80
Minimum age of students
16 years
13 years for specific Junior courses
Average number of levels
Adult courses In summer: 6
Adult courses Throughout the year: 5
Junior courses In summer: 5
Average age of students
In summer: 24 years
Throughout the year: 29 years

Top student nationalities

Age of students

Airport transfer

Montpellier-Mediterranee Airport:
70 € one way
140 € return (both ways)
Best arrival airport is Montpellier-Méditerranée Airport (MPL).
More information about airports around Montpellier and how to get from the airport to Montpellier on your own here on our Montpellier page.

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)
95 €
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 possibledistance from school
Ballet2 km
Basketball3 km
Cooking1 km
Dancing2 km
Diving12 km
Football (soccer)4 km
Golf10 km
Horse riding6 km
Ice Hockey6 km
Mountainbiking-
Music-
Sailing12 km
Squash2 km
Swimming1 km
Table Tennis2 km
Tennis2 km
Volleyball2 km
Windsurfing12 km
Yoga1 km

Examples of leisure activities organized by the school

Adults - Free activities

- Montpellier guided tour.

Adults - Paid activities

The school organises a weekly calendar of social activities which can include Welcome drinks in a local bar, a meal in a local restaurant or crêperie, wine and cheese tasting, bowling, ice-skating, visits to local museums, beach trips, excursions to local towns and places of interest and more. Excursions available by our professional guide on : www.oculture.fr

Junior - Free activities

All-inclusive compulsory programme of activities and excursions (1 half-day and 1 full-day excursion per week).

Junior - Paid activities

All-inclusive compulsory programme.

Accommodation

Ratings of LSF compared to ratings of all schools in France

 LSF MontpellierAverage of all other schools in France
Overall school rating4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Location of the school4.8

Rating: 4.8/5.0

4.7

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Facilities4.0

Rating: 4.0/5.0

3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Social activities4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

3.7

Rating: 3.7/5.0

Organisation4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Quality of teaching4.6

Rating: 4.6/5.0

4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

Value for money4.3

Rating: 4.3/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Homestay4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

4.2

Rating: 4.2/5.0

Shared flat4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

4.1

Rating: 4.1/5.0

Student opinions about LSF, Montpellier

Liked
The school is super centrally located and can be reached by tram. The on-site team is very well organised. All questions are answered quickly, even in English if your language skills are a little lacking. The lessons are didactically very well organised. There is a good balance of grammar, vocabulary and exercises. There are printed worksheets and also slides via projector. The teaching materials are still available to me for revision after the course. The city of Montpellier is a very good destination. It is a pleasant size, so you can get a good overview of the city after a few days and at the same time there is always something going on. For the weekend: The Mediterranean Sea is not far away.
Disliked
I had classes mainly in the afternoon, which took some time to get used to. In the group sessions, I had many Mexican students who were there for the student exchange. As they went to a regular school in the mornings and were still comparatively young (around 18 years old), concentration and motivation were very slow in the afternoons and only improved over time.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Away from school, take in the cultural life, cafés/restaurants, museums, zoo, parks, small shops, ...
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Homestay
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress: 30 sessions as educational leave are quite demanding with preparation and follow-up of about 1-2 hours per day. But it was fun because I noticed the progress after one week.
Other comments I will recommend it to others.
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
19. Oct. 2023
Liked
Teacher used Google classroom, she had a very integrated programme, which fostered a lot of high-level conversation. She was constantly challenging us, and at the time supporting us to try new things and expand our vocabulary. It was amazing to see a professional to see her working with students at different levels within the same group giving support and encouragement constantly. We could see the improvement. I was very impressed. Instead of spending time with formal testing, evaluation was based on our oral and written work.
Disliked
There is a large classroom in the basement Foch. The lighting is poor in this room. A few floor lamps would make a big difference.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Before accepting accommodation with a host family, I would be contacting the host family to get an idea of what the expectations and accommodations are to see if it’s a good fit.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Homestay
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress: The first week was a little intense as I came at the very end of B1. The school and the teacher were very helpful in making sure I was in the right level. It was challenging, but I think I made a lot of progress.
Other comments The staff in the main office was very helpful. When I needed a doctor, they found one very quickly. They responded to the problems with lodging, and they followed up to make sure that if there was a problem it was resolved.
Course: Standard Course  - 6 weeks
30. Nov. 2023
Liked
The school is in the city centre and is well organised. There is also a tram stop nearby. The teachers are good and helpful, the lessons interesting. The environment is very friendly and the students come from all over the world (many from Germany and England). Essential to get to know the people is the city tour on the first day.
Disliked
The students are divided into several schools located in different places in the city (all in the centre, however). There is no common place to meet everyone. The school organises some activities (but not too interesting) and many excursions, but all of them cost 40€.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
2.0

Rating: 2/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
2.0

Rating: 2/5.0

Homestay
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Course: Standard Course  - 2 weeks
30. Aug. 2022
Liked
Compared to other language schools that I have already got to know, the LSF in Montpellier is the best. All (very competent) teachers and staff take care of each student individually. A solution is sought immediately for every problem that occurs. Dealing in school is respectful and informal.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Other
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Other comments I can highly recommend the school, regardless of age.
Course: Online Standard Course - 10 weeks
26. Jul. 2020
Liked
The school is located in the very center of the beautiful city of Montpellier, the organization functions well, and (at least) my teacher was phenomenal. I would definitely recommend it to others and would love to come back again the the near future!
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Join the activities organized by the school. It is worth the money and a chance to see more than just Montpellier!
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Course: Standard Course  - 2 weeks
28. Aug. 2019
Liked
Good animation team and activities. Lovely city and the homestay was very good. I think activities should have all been after lessons as there was a lot of travelling back and forth to the homestay until very late at night.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Take snacks for lunch as the school food is not great.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Course: Montpellier Summer Vacation - Homestay Full Board [French] - 1 week
20. Aug. 2019
Liked
My host family and my teacher were amazing (although I was lucky because not all my friends had such great experiences with theirs), there were many free excursions which were fun, and the weather was incredible.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Check out the activities that the school offer to help you pass the time outside of the lessons. Go to the beach.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Homestay
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Other comments Some of the other students wanted their teachers to speak more English with them to help them understand but LSF insists on only speaking French. For this reason, it may be difficult for total beginners to learn French at LSF.
Course: Standard Course (20) [French] - 4 weeks
29. Oct. 2018
Liked
I especially liked the teachers, they were very competent and patient. I also enjoyed the different classroom locations. The groups were well mixed and we always had a good time learning together.
Disliked
Nothing in specific, everything was OK
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress: No
Course: Intensive Course  - 3 weeks
26. Sep. 2022
Liked
The lovely welcome on the first day. The city tour. Our teacher Genna. The structure of the lessons. The materials were very professional and lovingly put together.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss The tour of Montpellier, because you not only get an overview, but also recommendations on history and restaurants.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Other
2.0

Rating: 2/5.0

Other comments A very modern school with students from all countries and all ages
Course: Standard Course (20) - 2 weeks
17. Sep. 2018
Liked
The positivity from teachers and simply a community of random people together to learn/improve a new thing. I’ve never taken a language class before!
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress: I loved my teachers ! I thought that occasionally, students weren’t placed in the best class. For facilities, everything was great except when there was a listening exercise and the volume/speakers were barely audible (even for the younger folks!).
Course: Intensive Course  - 3 weeks
9. Jul. 2019
Liked
You have to work hard. The teachers (m/f) teach excellently. The program is also very good, but the basic program is also intensive.
Disliked
I found the intensive program in the afternoon less strong than the basic program in the morning. You are forced to speak and that is very good. But the level of the different students (9 to 10) is too different. As a result, the end effect is not good enough for me. I also did this course a few years ago and then I also noticed this negative effect. Furthermore, the classrooms are sometimes very cramped for the number of students crammed into them. I was in Montpellier at a time when it was very hot. The combination of cramped classrooms (with my wife, but not with me) and often no air conditioning in the basic lessons and fans that sounded above speaking level (with my wife) made the course even more tiring. It is also difficult that the platform with the supporting exercises is aimed at laptops and computers. I couldn't use my android tablet and phone properly for certain exercises.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress: I don't think I'll do any intensive next time, for the reason mentioned above.
Course: 1 week Intensive Course + 1 week Standard Course - 2 weeks
20. Jun. 2022
Liked
Location and atmosphere. Was well received and the teaching was high-class, even though some teachers used old-fashioned methods.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss The excursions come with an additional fee but at the same time they provided extra education as the guide only speaks French.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Homestay
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Other comments A friendly school with a consistently professional approach
Course: French and Cooking [Franska] - 2 weeks
1. Aug. 2018
Liked
Lessons ok so far. Less monologues by the teacher would be better. Even better would be more frequent changes of method
Disliked
Mini classroom in the basement. 8 people on approx. 12 sqm without windows. Not acceptable at all.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
2.0

Rating: 2/5.0

School organization
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Homestay
2.0

Rating: 2/5.0

Course: Standard Course  - 1 week
20. Sep. 2022
Liked
The lessons were excellently prepared and very diversified. My teachers were absolutely great and trained my gaps.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Apart-Hotel City Centre, Studio 3* (1-2 people)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Course: Standard Course  - 2 weeks
22. Aug. 2019
Liked
The small classes, the teachers, other students, everyone spoke French, so I couldn't easily speak English.
Disliked
1. The order of the lessons was wrong. When I arrived, I was placed in level A2 week 7 where the students were in the last week of A2 studying political opinions from radio interviews which were really difficult because I was expected to fully know my verb tenses and vocabulary. Then the second week, we reviewed the difference between passé composé and l'imparfait, skills that I needed in week one. In my last week, where I was placed into B1, we started from the beginning with the difference between passé composé and l'imparafait, which I had just reviewed in week 2. 2. The error on my schedule was never changed for the three weeks I was there even though I showed them on the first day.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Arrive at the beginning of the month so you start at the beginning of the level. Sign up for excursions: they are not only for the fun but also for meeting people.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

School organization
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Homestay
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Course: French and Cooking [French] - 3 weeks
31. Aug. 2018
Liked
My teacher, she explains very clear and makes an interesting lesson and has great pedagogical skills.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Course: Standard Course - 1 week
1. Dec. 2023
Liked
The best thing about the school was its central location, its free activities and its facilities.
Disliked
The worst thing about the school was its organization due to the overcrowding, the large number of students per class and the high price of the excursions.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
2.0

Rating: 2/5.0

Social activities
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Homestay
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Course: Intensive Course [French] - 3 weeks
24. Jul. 2023
Liked
Amazing teachers and staff, always available to help and make sure everything is going well.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Homestay
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Other comments One of the best weeks of my life. Wonderful atmosphere in class. High level of teaching and very experienced teachers.
Course: French and Cooking [French] - 7 weeks
24. Dec. 2018
Liked
The school is professionally run and the teaching is professional, you cannot ask for more.
Disliked
Suggestions from pupils could also be taken into account for once. No joint activities with the student group.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Helping to shape lessons yourself
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
2.0

Rating: 2/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Social activities
1.0

Rating: 1/5.0

Homestay
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress: Professional.
Other comments None
Course: Standard Course - 4 weeks
3. Oct. 2023
Liked
The organisation. Outstanding students and many activities which allow you to socialise.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Homestay
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Other comments The location of its three buildings is great. In the heart of the city.
Course: Standard Course (20) - 2 weeks
24. Aug. 2018
Liked
Central location; openness,friendliness and humor of the staff (teachers and office)
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Homestay
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Other comments During off-season, unfortunately, little differenciation according to learning levels is possible because there are only a few students - small school
Course: Intensive Group - 2 weeks
14. Sep. 2010
Liked
The activities, excursions and how the school made it easy for us to make friends.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Going to the bakery just around the corner during the break
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Homestay
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress: Pretty much everything was great about the school, the host family and the stay overall. In the intensive classes there was a little too much variation in French knowledge between the students, which was the only thing that wasn't perfect. Overall, I very much enjoyed taking courses at LSF.
Other comments Great school, a bit too many anglophones though. That makes it harder to speak French outside of school.
Course: Intensive Immersion Course  - 2 weeks
5. Jul. 2019
Liked
Loved the teacher and the ethos and the approach to teaching. I learnt so much!
Disliked
The quality of the classrooms - some were dark, windowless, airless and facilities were poor. One toilet amongst so many pupils is simply not enough and people were always queuing. Its a shame! I was not aware there was a library? Perhaps some sort of orientation would have been helpful?
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Do take the time to get to understand the online platform (maybe a workshop would be helpful).
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress: It was great and really helped develop all the learning from the morning courses.
Other comments Judith is probably the most wonderful teacher I have ever had - she is a complete inspiration.
Course: Intensive Course  - 4 weeks
17. Oct. 2022
Liked
The friendliness of all employees, the good teaching and motivation by Judith.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss The after-class gatherings, especially on Fridays, with drinks and tapas from the region
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Other
2.0

Rating: 2/5.0

Other comments Leisure activities, also many free good activities, the harmonious work of the employees, the helpfulness of everyone, the learning app
Course: Standard Course (20) - 2 weeks
29. Oct. 2018
Liked
Teachers were well prepared and interested in helping the students succeed.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss The more you participate in the social activities through the school, the more you'll practice your French and meet new people.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Homestay
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Course: Intensive [French] + Standard - 4 weeks
29. Oct. 2018
Liked
Standard program and platform are excellent. Teachers are very stimulating.
Insider tips about what future students should not miss The question is whether a course can be well organized together with friends and couples, if they want to carry out their own activities at different times. In particular, our response is based on the supplementary program.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Social activities
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Homestay
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress: Unfortunately, I was placed in the lower wrong group. After comments I could not be placed in a higher group because this only other group was full. It would have been better to give me a choice in advance whether or not to participate in a course that is too low. Afterwards I did receive a free private lesson as compensation. Furthermore, my wife had booked the cooking course that would take place at the same time as my intensive course. In the end this was not possible and my wife took the cooking course when I was free and vice versa. As a result, no free time was available at the times that we had planned. Our conclusion was that people were less inclined to courses by two partners or friends and that the organization really needs improvement in that respect.
Other comments We will definitely go back, but we will consider the additional program.
Course: Intensive Course  - 1 week
23. Oct. 2019
Liked
The staff is friendly. The school pays attention to students' needs.
Overall rating
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Value for money
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

School organization
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Social activities
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Other comments Wish more free activities
Course: Standard Course (20) - 6 weeks
22. Mar. 2018
Liked
The great lessons by Genna, the teacher. She was extremely good.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Other
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Course: Standard Course (20) - 2 weeks
27. Aug. 2018
Liked
Good and professional school in a beautiful neighborhood
Insider tips about what future students should not miss Be sure to go on some excursions, well worth the money. Interact with other students and practice French with each other after school :)
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Homestay
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Other comments Good learning platform with lots of tips and content that you can continue to wor with from home. Good classes
Course: Standard Course (20) [Franska] - 1 week
24. Sep. 2018
Liked
The teachers were the best! Friendly and competent!
Insider tips about what future students should not miss 1) Do not hesitate to explore the city alone. 2) Be friendly! 3) Try to use what you learn every day outside the classroom.
Overall rating
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Value for money
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

City/place
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Facilities (library, classrooms)
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Quality of teaching / language progress
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

School organization
5.0

Rating: 5/5.0

Social activities
4.0

Rating: 4/5.0

Other
3.0

Rating: 3/5.0

Other comments Probably the best language school in Montpellier!
Course: Intensive Course [French] - 4 weeks
25. Jul. 2019

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Questions and answers about LSF

  • The minimum required age for the junior courses at LSF is 11 years. They can't make exceptions and accept younger students for the day programme.
    Eugenie, from LSF, Montpellier - May 06, 2022
  • After you drop your child off at school in the morning, you can leave the junior campus at 8:30 and attend the adult classes at 9:00.
    Eugenie, from LSF - Montpellier - Oct 28, 2022
  • Yes, you can also just cancel the accommodation and do the course if you prefer to live in a shared apartment. It is best to let us know as soon as you have made your decision so that we can change the booking accordingly. The residences are very popular in summer and then someone else would have a chance of getting a room in Montpellier.
    Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 24, 2022
  • To secure your course and accommodation now, you pay a deposit using the registration form. The outstanding fees to the school must be paid to the LSF school by 31 days before the start of the course.
    Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 24, 2022
  • Activity Programme and Excursions:
    Full programme of afternoon and evening activities, including beach sports and parties, disco, bowling, ice-skating, Photomania; all compulsory and fully supervised by qualified LSF staff. One half-day and one full-day excursion per week to local places of interest (Avignon/Pont du Gard, Sète, Nîmes, the Camargue, Grotte de Clamouse/St Guilhem-le-Désert, la Bambouseraie…).

    Activities will range from:
    Welcome Meeting
    Town Walk
    Beach-volleyball and Beach games
    Sports
    Workshops, Quizzes, Indoor Games, Video Night
    Farewell Evening (beach or disco)
    Photomania
    Theme Nights
    Discos
    Cinema
    Bowling
    Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 30, 2023
  • The two boys are supervised 24 hours a day. The host family organizes transport to and from the school. You can be more independent from the age of 16, but in your case the boys cannot leave the house unsupervised.
    Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 31, 2023
  • The minimum age is 16 years. Unfortunately, we cannot make an exception, but only if the student turns 16 within the month they attend school.
    Eugénie, Administration Assistant from LSF - Jan 23, 2024
  • A lesson lasts 45 minutes.
    Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 23, 2024
  • The LSF can help you organize a host family, hotel residence, student residence or shared apartment. If you prefer, find accommodation yourself and just book the course.
    Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 23, 2024
  • The school organizes sports and leisure activities such as volleyball, hiking and various types of water sports. If you are interested in culture, art, history & gastronomy, you will find a wide range of activities in Montpellier!
    Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 23, 2024

FAQ about LSF,

  • Yes, the school offers accommodation in homestay, studio, apartement, hotel. You can find the price and additionnal information in the section "Accommodation"
    Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Feb 03, 2023
  • LSF offers junior courses for 11-16 year old students. 17-year-old students can apply for the mixed-age adult courses. There's no maximum age for these courses. There might be older students as well, however, the average age during summer is lower: 20-25 years. Most young adults attend these courses.
    Angela Ligartova, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Jan 17, 2024
  • No, activities are mandatory in the junior day programme with lunch.
    Louise Granath, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Feb 06, 2024
  • Yes. The school offers pickup from Montpellier-Mediterranee Airport (70 €)
  • Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at LSF varies from 1 students (Combined Group 20 + 6 Private) to 15 students (Junior Summer Course)
  • 100% of teachers at LSF hold a university degree. 100% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
  • The highest Nationality percentage at LSF comes from England with a 20% representation, followed by students from USA (19%) and Germany (11%).
  • Yes, there is an exclusive discount that only applies when booking online here.
  • LSF offers courses from 13 years (Junior Summer Course, 20 lessons per week) to 99. Average age is 24 during the summer and 29 for the rest of the year.

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