Best French schools in Lyon by category
French course types in Lyon
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General French courses
General adult courses cover the main elements of the French language for all levels and have various options including number of lessons per week and course duration. -
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French exam preparation courses
French exam preparation courses are available to help students to advance through the French levels and gain an official certificate on completion.- DELF/DALF - Lyon (5)
- Other exams - Lyon (5)
- TCF - Lyon (3)
- Alliance Française - Lyon (1)
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French plus activity courses
Make the most of your time when studying abroad by adding an extra curriculum experience, such as a sport or cultural activity, to learning French. -
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Business French courses
Business people can enhance their French language used within this field by selecting a group or private class, which focuses solely on using French in the business context. -
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Junior French courses
For students under 18 years of age who want to study French, there are a selection of day courses, week packages with accommodation choices and whole family programmes. -
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Work & Study French programmes
Students who are learning French to further their career can choose a Work & Study package consisting of French classes with a volunteering programme or a work placement. -
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Specialty courses French
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Private French courses
One-to-one classes in French are available in bundles which can be added to general French courses or as a stand alone course. -
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Lyon ratings & opinions
How our students rated their experience in Lyon
What our students said about Lyon
I thought Lyon was great! A pleasant, very interesting city with different, lively districts, many great impressions, a large park, small squares, cultural offers. The culinary offer in particular is great, and at affordable prices. The museums are also worth seeing, there are changing, exciting exhibitions. I especially liked the walks along the Rhone and the Saône, where you can picnic, party in the houseboats, just sit around and enjoy the atmosphere. Everything is peaceful and harmless. I walked alone through the streets at 10.30 p.m. and never had the feeling of being in danger.
Germany
Lyon is a 'young' city with a high proportion of students. The people overall are very friendly and relaxed, even if I disregarded the traffic rules (no honking). A good mix of representative districts with stately houses and many small galleries, shops, cafes, bistros ... A little more cleanliness with regard to dog poo would make the city even more lovable.
Germany
Lyon is a beautiful, lively and varied city, very well served by public transport, with a wide range of cultural activities and surroundings worth seeing. I did not take part in the nightlife, so I cannot give it a rating.
Germany
I primarily enjoyed the park, it is really beautiful and definitely something you have to see, the old parts of the city and the big paintings on many buildings are also really beautiful.
Germany
There are many things to see or do but being a big city you have to walk a lot or use public transport. Restoration is a bit more expensive than in other smaller towns in France.
Spain
Hard to give accurate picture since the city was quite empty of locals - a great many people had gone on holiday and many venues/shops/museums were closed.
France
Overall, Lyon is pretty nice city to study. Local people are much more gentle than I expected and liveable in France. City view is so beautiful.
Japan
My mobile phone was stolen. Therefore, one should think carefully about which neighbourhoods of the city one spends time in.
Germany
A very dynamic city with a lot of young people. We were served very friendly everywhere (restaurant, supermarket, shops...).
Switzerland
a very French city with not too many tourists, elegant, self-confident and in parts like Algiers.
Germany
Better than Paris because it is more compact. Lots of young people
Germany
I like Lyon, have been there several times and will go back again
Germany
A very beautiful city with very friendly, easy-going people
Germany
A very beautiful city, both to live in and to visit
Germany
Most recent student reviews of language schools in Lyon
Standardized information does not fit my situation.
10 October 2023
Course: Home Tuition 15 - 1 week
Student age: 60 years
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!
Overall I was very satisfied and will probably come again
1 October 2023
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 68 years
The cultural activities and Wednesdays of support for doubts, I don't remember the name, it was like group counseling where we also talked.
It's good.
5 September 2023
Course: Essential General Course - 4 weeks
Student age: 53 years
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.
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.
30 August 2023
Course: Essential General Course - 1 week
Student age: 64 years
Very good and motivated teachers, the afternoon programme was also very good.
26 June 2023
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Student age: 46 years
The lively and engaging lessons, very suitable also for students with less knowledge of the French language. Above all, speaking was practised. Grammar was not neglected either. There was a cheerful atmosphere, which was certainly also due to the teacher's positive charisma. I liked it very much
25 April 2023
Course: Standard Programme - 1 week
Student age: 73 years
nice competent teachers, good group size, international students with good motivation
17 April 2023
Course: Standard Programme - 2 weeks
Student age: 15 years
Teachers are so gentle and they explain pretty well. I love wine tasting activities.
13 February 2023
Course: Standard Course - 4 weeks
Student age: 19 years
Competent and very friendly teaching staff, well-designed lessons.
9 September 2022
Course: Standard Programme - 2 weeks
Student age: 50 years
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.
5 September 2022
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 18 years
The teacher was great! He was very committed, top prepared, responsive to questions. Very pleasant class.
11 April 2022
Course: Super Intensive Programme - 1 week
Student age: 55 years
friendly teacher, demanding lessons, very intensive
11 October 2021
Course: Standard Programme - 1 week
Student age: 62 years
The teacher was very good. He used different teaching methods that were very diverse, contemporary and adapted to the learners. He involved all students very well according to their abilities.
5 October 2021
Course: Standard Programme - 1 week
Student age: 65 years
The teacher was excellent and involved everyone. The location of the school is very good. A great course.
4 October 2021
Course: Standard Programme - 1 week
Student age: 67 years
The teacher, Raphael, was professionally and personally strong, very committed.
4 October 2021
Course: Standard Programme - 1 week
Student age: 69 years
Athmosphere, location, sense of it being serious about teaching languages.
25 August 2020
Course: Standard Programme - 3 weeks
Student age: 74 years
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.
25 July 2019
Course: Intensive Course - 3 weeks
Student age: 30 years
The teacher was astute at understanding what we wanted to say, and adept at accommodating our various levels of competence in French.
19 June 2019
Course: Standard Programme - 2 weeks
Student age: 63 years
Information about Lyon
- Picturesque city.
- Diverse culture.
- Locals are easy to connect with.
- Wonderful food options.
- Some areas are unsafe at night.
- The airport is not well connected.
Key Facts about Lyon
- Price index excluding rent: 65* (35% cheaper than New York)
- Price index including rent: 51* (49% cheaper than New York)
- Price index food only:65* (35% cheaper than New York)
- Big Mac price (France average):
4.38 € (7% cheaper than in USA)
- Residential voltage: 230 V
- Frequency: 50 Hz
Weather in Lyon
Events in Lyon
December 2024Beautiful festival whose origins date back to 1643 when Lyon promised tribute to Mary if it were spared from the plague. Traditions developed gradually and now the days surrounding the Immaculate Conception are full of light, from traditional candles on windowsills to ultra-modern light installations.
What to do in Lyon
Arrival airport
Public transportation to city center:
Every 20 minutes, 30 minutes.
Main stops: Lyon Airport, Meyzieu Zone industrielle, Vaulx-en-Velin La Soie, Lyon Gare de Lyon-Part-Dieu
Taxi: 25 minutes drive to city center of Lyon
Q&A - Questions and answers about Lyon
- Where can I get information about public transport in Lyon?“In Lyon you can get around by metro, tram or bus, and of course you can also walk or rent a bike. All information and the local transport itinerary can be found on the TCL website https://www.tcl.fr/en
”Sabine Krafack, LanguageCourse.Net - Jun 13, 2023I am 65 years old. Are there courses suitable for me?“Of course there are suitable 50+ courses .”Sawsan Zein, LanguageCourse.Net - Feb 10, 2023I am looking for a school for my son in Lyon, France.“In Lyon we work with several schools. The minimum age of acceptance for their adult courses varies between 17 and 18, depending on the school, so if your son is already 17 by the time you want him to start the course, and already has some knowledge of French, then he can start the course any Monday of the year. If he is younger than 17, then the only option we can offer is a private course in a teacher's home (Study & Live in your Teacher's Home).”Rubén De Haro, LanguageCourse.Net - Nov 18, 2022FAQ about courses in Lyon
- What is the best language school for adults in Lyon?Les ateliers FL has received the best overall rating in Lyon.Which French school in Lyon has the best location?Les ateliers FL, located in 8 Place des Terreaux has been voted as the school with the best location in Lyon.How did students rate Lyon compared to other cities?Students rated Lyon with 4.7 stars out of 5.What is the best airport to arrive to in Lyon?Best airport to arrive to in Lyon is Lyon Saint Exupéry (19.1 km from city center). See information about all arrivals and airport information for Lyon.What type of business French courses are offered in Lyon?In Lyon the following courses are offered specifically for business French: Business French Private.I would like to register for the TCF exam
“Unfortunately, we do not have any partner language schools in Lyon offering TCF preparation. Our partner schools offer DELF preparation courses instead.
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