7 Language Year French courses in Annecy

**Overview** The French courses are taught by certified instructors who are all used to teaching French as a foreign language. The small student-to-instructor ratio encourages individualized instruction so that each student can improve rapidly according to their needs and desires. Particular emphasis on communication. All the French courses are based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL). Upon your arrival at school, on the first day, you will be given a written and oral placement test which will determine your group for the French lessons. A certificate of attendance is delivered at the end of the session. If you wish to, you can take the DELF exams at CILFA during the academic year at the end of your session in March, June and December. **Methodology** The four skills (oral and written comprehension, oral and written productions) are taught in a balanced way while focusing on interactions, in particular during group work. Numerous learning activities are offered: role play, debates, presentations, authentic French documents, songs, DVD excerpts, games, etc. Writing a diary is also encouraged, notably for levels A1 and A2.

15 language lessons and 2 hours of outside activities.**Overview** The French courses are taught by certified instructors who are all used to teaching French as a foreign language. The small student-to-instructor ratio encourages individualized instruction so that each student can improve rapidly according to their needs and desires. Particular emphasis on communication. All the French courses are based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL). Upon your arrival at school, on the first day, you will be given a written and oral placement test which will determine your group for the French lessons. A certificate of attendance is delivered at the end of the session. If you wish to, you can take the DELF exams at CILFA during the academic year at the end of your session in March, June and December. **Methodology** The four skills (oral and written comprehension, oral and written productions) are taught in a balanced way while focusing on interactions, in particular during group work. Numerous learning activities are offered: role play, debates, presentations, authentic French documents, songs, DVD excerpts, games, etc. Writing a diary is also encouraged, notably for levels A1 and A2. **Activities** In addition to French lessons, enrich your experience of the French language and culture, by joining in a range of recreational, cultural and linguistic activities organized by the teachers. These activities serve to enrich students’ classroom experience by giving them exposure to the surrounding attractions of Annecy. They provide new opportunities for students to practice their French language in various settings. The teacher in charge of the activity makes sure that every student actively participates in using the French language.

15 language lessons, 3 DELF preparation lessons and 2 hours of outside activities.**Overview** The French courses are taught by certified instructors who are all used to teaching French as a foreign language. The small student-to-instructor ratio encourages individualized instruction so that each student can improve rapidly according to their needs and desires. Particular emphasis on communication. All the French courses are based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL). Upon your arrival at school, on the first day, you will be given a written and oral placement test which will determine your group for the French lessons. A certificate of attendance is delivered at the end of the session. If you wish to, you can take the DELF exams at CILFA during the academic year at the end of your session in March, June and December. **Methodology** The four skills (oral and written comprehension, oral and written productions) are taught in a balanced way while focusing on interactions, in particular during group work. Numerous learning activities are offered: role play, debates, presentations, authentic French documents, songs, DVD excerpts, games, etc. Writing a diary is also encouraged, notably for levels A1 and A2. **Activities** In addition to French lessons, enrich your experience of the French language and culture, by joining in a range of recreational, cultural and linguistic activities organized by the teachers. These activities serve to enrich students’ classroom experience by giving them exposure to the surrounding attractions of Annecy. They provide new opportunities for students to practice their French language in various settings. The teacher in charge of the activity makes sure that every student actively participates in using the French language.

It is the most effective way to make rapid progress: you live with your teacher who will give you private language lessons and correct you at all times. It completely immerses you in the language you are learning as you put into practice what you have learnt during your lessons through social interactions and meal times with your host. The Home Tuition Programme includes: • 10 hours private language lessons per week • Accommodation in your teacher’s home • Meals and social interaction with your host Apply what you have learnt during your lessons, practice your language skills through varied activities with your host. The nature of the activities depend on your interests, as well as the area the host family is located in. Activities are decided between you and your host and can include bowling, mini-golf, a sport event, a ball game, cinema, theatre, a local museum, an art gallery, an aquarium, a wildlife park, a bus tour, a walking sightseeing tour, cooking/baking, shopping, filmography, conversation practise & debates, board games, nature walks, pick-your-own farm, a local festival or event, a street or farmer’s market, an outdoor outing (beach, picnic, lake, etc.), historic downtown, a typical local village, a local place of interest, volunteering for a cause or getting involved in a community project, afternoon tea or country pub (18+), arts & crafts, ice-skating, race courses, etc. All costs are included: the transport, entrance fees (if applicable) and activity expenses for the student and the accompanying person.

It is the most effective way to make rapid progress: you live with your teacher who will give you private language lessons and correct you at all times. It completely immerses you in the language you are learning as you put into practice what you have learnt during your lessons through social interactions and meal times with your host. The Home Tuition Programme includes: • 15 hours private language lessons per week • Accommodation in your teacher’s home • Meals and social interaction with your host Apply what you have learnt during your lessons, practice your language skills through varied activities with your host. The nature of the activities depend on your interests, as well as the area the host family is located in. Activities are decided between you and your host and can include bowling, mini-golf, a sport event, a ball game, cinema, theatre, a local museum, an art gallery, an aquarium, a wildlife park, a bus tour, a walking sightseeing tour, cooking/baking, shopping, filmography, conversation practise & debates, board games, nature walks, pick-your-own farm, a local festival or event, a street or farmer’s market, an outdoor outing (beach, picnic, lake, etc.), historic downtown, a typical local village, a local place of interest, volunteering for a cause or getting involved in a community project, afternoon tea or country pub (18+), arts & crafts, ice-skating, race courses, etc. All costs are included: the transport, entrance fees (if applicable) and activity expenses for the student and the accompanying person.