6 language schools in Bordeaux from 318€ for a 1 week French course
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How our students rated their experience in Bordeaux
What our students said about Bordeaux
Beautiful, elegant and charming city. Felt very safe and enjoyed exploring the city and nearby beaches. Would be nice to have the option to get the bus to Arcachon. Bordeaux is a great place to visit. However, it could do with more visible and thorough acknowledgement of the part it, and its citizens, took in the horrific kidnapping, raping, torture, murder and exploitation of the people it enslaved in Africa and Haiti. Questions were asked in our class about why monuments to people involved in the slave trade continue to stand.
Bordeaux is a very good city to travel to, it offers a lot of activities and there are many places nearby to visit. Unfortunately when I was there it was very hot and it was difficult to do things during the day because it was very oppressive together with the humidity. Still the experience was very positive.
Bordeaux has atmosphere! I really liked it all round: the city centre with its many squares, the beautiful architecture, the many cafés and restaurants that are always busy, the lively hustle and bustle along the Garonne.
Public transport great, not expensive, beautiful city with many historical sights, many old buildings. The restaurants are expensive, like everywhere else in France... I would go there again, it's worth it!
Lot more relaxed than Paris. Locals easy to get in touch with. Would recommend to attend to the BlaBla language exchange twice a week for practicing and meeting locals
Very pleasant, nice, helpful townspeople, easy to communicate with. Beautiful, and quite clean city. The public transport is very well organised.
Bordeaux is a very beautiful and very lively city. It has a huge number of terraces to have a drink and the people are generally friendly.
Super city. Big but very manageable with cute boutiques and bakeries. Lots of greenery in the city and lots of cycling.
It was an interesting stay and I enjoyed it, but I wouldn't do another language course there.
The best city in France, so pretty and welcoming. There is something for everyone!
Most recent student reviews of language schools in Bordeaux
I thought it was great that the teacher (Heloïse) printed out the worksheets for me, as I didn't have a laptop with me.
14 October 2024
Course: Standard Programme - 1 week
Student age: 49 years
I loved everything, absolutely everything. My teacher Marion was the best! Her classes were pedagogically informed with a variety of strategies to work all four skills. She is amazing and every class flew by.
2 October 2024
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Student age: 67 years
What was written in my wife's response, Myriam, goes for us both.
24 September 2024
Course: Super Intensive Programme - 1 week
Student age: 77 years
The teachers were all very friendly and helpful.
How do they stay in business?
23 September 2024
Course: Super Intensive Programme - 1 week
Student age: 81 years
Very good atmosphere. Nice people.
No comments
12 August 2024
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Student age: 61 years
Information about Bordeaux
Key Facts about Bordeaux
- Price index excluding rent: 85* (15% cheaper than New York)
- Price index including rent: 57* (43% cheaper than New York)
- Price index food only:80* (20% cheaper than New York)
- Big Mac price (France average):
4.55 € (7% cheaper than in USA)
- Residential voltage: 230 V
- Frequency: 50 Hz
Weather in Bordeaux
Events in Bordeaux
March 2025Since 1854 the funfair usually takes place twice a year, once in autumn and again in spring. It is the biggest fair held in Bordeaux and you will find plenty of rides, attractions and food.
June 2025Fête de la Musique is an annual music festival celebrated across the city, featuring performances ranging from classical to contemporary genres. People of all ages come together to enjoy the numerous shows on offer, whether it be in the street, or in popular parks and squares.
14 July 2025 - 30 July 2025Let's Dance on the River Bank is an annual summer festival that takes place on the banks of the Garonne river which crosses the city. Here's your chance for some free, open air dance lessons -- of every kind. You can also participate in the different themed parties (rock, jazz, pop.) which take place every night.
November 2025Ob'Art is a yearly festival where artesans present their creations to the general public. The exhibitors are chosen by some of the country's most respected craftsmen.
Arrival airport
Public transportation to city center:
Every 10 minutes, 45 minutes.
Main stops: Lindbergh, Kennedy, Mérignac Centre, Mendes France, Place Mondésir, Gambetta Mériadeck, Palais de Justice, Victoire
Taxi: 14 minutes drive to city center of Bordeaux
Q&A - Questions about French courses and schools in Bordeaux
- What's the best way to get around Bordeaux?“You can get around very well by bike or tram.”Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 18, 2024Will you receive a recognised certificate at the end of the course?“At the end of the courses, you always receive a certificate of attendance. An official certificate sounds more like a DELF or DALF certificate, but you have to take an exam for that too and we recommend exam preparation for that. Is that what you are looking for? It depends entirely on what you need it for. If you need a DELF or DALF certificate (usually employers specify this themselves), let me know and I will look for you. ”Robin Rebecca Pietersma, LanguageCourse.Net - Jul 31, 2023I am looking for a language course in Bordeaux for 14 year old students. Are there any options for starting the course from mid-August?“Newdeal's junior programmes for 12-15 year old students run from mid-July to early August. Exact course dates can be found on the website. Students aged 16 and over will be accepted for the group programmes from mid-August.
I would like to introduce you to a programme where teenagers are always welcome, because it's right at the teacher's home with private lessons! The Home Tuition French course is organised by the Influent programme. All you have to do is tell us the exact travel dates and we will look for a perfect family for your daughter.”Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 21, 2023FAQ - Frequently asked questions about French courses in Bordeaux
- I'm interested in non-intensive evening classes in Bordeaux.
“At the moment, we don't have any partner schools in Bordeaux offering evening classes, so the best option would be individual classes at one of our partner schools. Don't hesitate to contact our team of advisers, who will help you choose the school with the best prices!”Madly Simba, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 13, 2024Is there a French language school in Bordeaux for 16-year-olds?“Yes! 16 year old students can join the general French courses which are offered by all the schools. So you have a lot of choice! ”Robin Rebecca Pietersma, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Feb 23, 2023Didn't find what you are looking for?Interested in a specific type of course? See our reviews of French courses & camps for teenager and children in Bordeaux or other 25 different French course types in Bordeaux.Interested in language travel to other cities? Have a look at French language schools in other cities in France such as Aix-en-Provence, Ajaccio (Corsica), Annecy, Antibes, Avignon ..., Bayonne, Biarritz, Brest, Caen, Cannes, Carcassonne, La Rochelle, Lille, Lyon, Marseille, Megève, Montévrain, Montpellier, Morzine (Alpes), Nantes, Nice, Nîmes, Paris, Perpignan, Rennes, Rouen, Royan, Saint Laurent de Cerdans, Strasbourg, Toulon, Toulouse, Tours, Vichy or see our list of all schools in France. You may also want to consult options outside France for learning French.Show moreLanguage School Destinations
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