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Language Programs in Paris, France

Sure, you can recite “Parlez-vous français?”or quote Lumiere from Beauty and the Beast, but do you REALLY know French? Maybe not yet, but you will if you study French in Paris! The prevalence of the French language in modern history has earned it a place as an official language of both the Olympics and the UN. Paris alone receives over 20 million tourists annually, making it one of the most visited cities (read: most loved) in the world. While you can study French abroad in a number of fantastic cities, each one pales in comparison to Paris, a city famous for its art, fashion, food, and more! Language programs in Paris are an opportunity you can’t say Non to.
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44 Language Courses in Paris, France

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EF Education First

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Learn French & Stay at Your Teacher’s House (Near Paris)

Escape to the charming countryside of Paris, just 30 km southwest of the City of Light, in the heart of the breathtaking Vallée de Chevreuse. Welcome to Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse, a hidden gem where nature, history, and culture blend harmoniously. Here, I invite you to immerse yourself fully in the French language and lifestyle through my exclusive "All-in-French" immersion program designed for both adults and minors. With a Master’s and Bachelor’s degree from the Sorbonne in Modern Literature and Teaching French as a Foreign Language, combined with 20 years of experience, I offer personalized lessons tailored to your level and goals. You’ll not only improve your French with a dedicated private teacher, but also experience the warmth of real French life—from lively market visits to engaging cultural excursions. Fluent in English and Italian, I ensure smooth communication while guiding you toward French fluency in an enriching and supportive environment. Come live, learn, and speak French with confidence!

Cours de civilisation française de la Sorbonne

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Learn Business French in Paris

Business French is of growing importance in a world where intercultural communication and mastery of several languages are essential assets! The CCFS business French course thus allows students to integrate many language skills necessary to evolve in a French-speaking professional environment. This program offers the following combination, over 12 weeks of class (one semester), either in the Fall or in the Spring: - French language teaching focused on Business (10 hours per week) - phonetics with laboratory (5 hours every other week) - lectures on French civilization (optional, up to 9 jours a week) - sessions dedicated to oral and professional writing (job interview, administrative email, annual evaluation interview, meeting, telephone interview, cover letter, analysis of articles from the economic and professional press etc.) We also offer the opportunity to completely immerse yourself in the language and culture by living with a French host family!

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French Individual Immersion in Paris

Join this individual French host family immersion program for high school students! Spend 2 to 6 weeks of your summer in stunning and historic Paris, living with a volunteer family. We will choose a family most suited to you and your interests and with a teen of a similar age. You will speak only French from start to finish and will be completely integrated into your host family's life and culture. This is the best way to improve your French! Our families live in and around Paris, giving you a unique and authentic experience living in the capital! Our families are carefully chosen and are all volunteers, eager to host and forge a connection with international students. Enhance your stay with the option to take one-to-one French classes and participate in sports or local activities. This is a highly flexible program—you choose the dates and length of stay. Your host family coordinator is on call 24/7. You will have regular contact with your amazing local host family coordinators during your stay.

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Academic French Program (9 Months)

This intensive French course is open to all levels, from complete beginner to advanced. ACCORD French language school follows the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). In the CEFR, there are six main levels, from A1 (basic user) to C2 (proficient user). At ACCORD Paris, we offer an A0 level for complete beginners. Join a high-quality intensive French course at a cheap price! This ACCORD Paris afternoon Intensive French Course PM2 combines 5 afternoon lessons and one-hour coaching per day. The 5 afternoon lessons include 3 afternoons dedicated to ‘Written French & Grammar’, and 2 afternoons dedicated to ‘French Culture and Civilisation’ or ‘Oral Communication’. This Intensive French Course PM2 invites students to practice their French through the use of authentic material and to learn related idiomatic expressions in various contexts. The emphasis will be on improving confidence in speaking and listening in French in a range of everyday situations. Subjects covered in class include topical vocabulary and language, the study of grammatical structures, pronunciation and listening skills, social skills, cultural awareness, and reading and writing skills.

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French Language & Culture Immersion in France

Immerse yourself in the French language as you journey through six distinct regions of France—each with its own identity, landscape, and history. Begin in a small Breton fishing village and experience daily life in the countryside, then explore Paris, the cultural capital of the world. Strengthen your language skills through hands-on interactions: shop in open-air markets, interview local artisans, and learn from chefs, historians, and outdoor guides. Live with a host family and gain real insight into everyday customs and conversations. Swim in the Mediterranean, hike in the Alps, and wander medieval streets in Provence. Return home with stronger French, greater confidence, and a deeper connection to France’s rich regional diversity.

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Learn French in Paris Catholic University - ILCF Paris

Looking for a French programme in Paris? Founded in 1948, the ILCF welcomes 2,000 foreign students every year, from all over the world. Students come for one month to one year, individually or in a group, to learn French language and become acquainted with French culture and civilization in a university atmosphere. The ILCF Paris is an Institute of the Catholic University of Paris (ICP) - a place of intellectual and research tradition in the historical heart of Paris, near the students' Latin Quarter, the existentialists' Saint-Germain-des-Prés (Sartre, Simone de Beauvoir) and the painters' Montparnasse (Modigliani, Chagall). A team of qualified and experienced French language teachers, all specialists of FLE (French as a Foreign Language), teaching in a personalized way. The Catholic University of Paris is an academic campus housing faculties and higher education schools of professional training in three areas: Literature, Languages and Social Sciences; Science and Engineering; Theology and Religious Sciences. Registrations are open all year round.

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Learn French at The University of Sorbonne

Learn French at the Sorbonne University, situated in the heart of the Latin Quarter of Paris on the Left Bank. The area has a bohemian character to it, and is an artists and students quarter. It also boasts the aristocratic and classical elegance of the Faubourg St. Germain. The Sorbonne University was founded in the 13th century and houses the University of Paris Arts and Human Sciences faculties. They have been running language courses for more than sixty years. Their programs are specially designed for teaching French to foreign students. They run the language lessons like regular university courses, with a practical element to it. The University represents those dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge and higher education in France. They boast famous alumni, including St. Thomas Aquinas, St. Bonaventure, and Albert le Grand.

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French Summer Immersion for Teenagers in Paris, France

Learn French this summer in the capital of France and one of the most beautiful cities in the world, Paris! This "city of lights" is filled with so many opportunities to visit famous monuments and landmarks, royal palaces, the lavish parks, endless wide avenues, ancient fortresses, world famous galleries – there is so much to see and do in the French capital. Discover Paris this summer and study with international students from around the world. Located in Issy les Moulineaux (bordering the 15th Arrondissement) in a modern campus close to the Exhibition Park of Porte de Versailles, the school is near the Corentin Celton underground station. This is a highly supervised vacation and teens will not be permitted to roam the city on their own.

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French Language Course in France

Why learn French? France is one of the world's major tourist destinations, and its language is beautiful, poetic, and chic. Jobs And Internships Abroad offers a language course in three breathtaking cities: Paris, Nice, and Montpellier. There is no better way to learn French than in a place where you can practice the language daily. The Courses France program is easy, customized, and guaranteed. It serves as the bridge between your dreams and reality. Most importantly, it's all-inclusive—with a level assessment test of your language skills, registration for the course of your choice, accommodation services, Internet access, organization of social and cultural activities, visits, excursions, on-site monitoring, continued support for the duration of your studies, and so much more! We operate in 24 countries, boast 15 years of experience, have sent over 10,000 young people abroad, and have 150 staff worldwide.

A Guide to Language Study Abroad in Paris

Language Programs in Paris

According to the French constitution, French is the only official language of France. So, in short, you picked a good language to focus on for your language study in Paris (#highfive). There are a few different types of French language programs in Paris that you can choose from, depending on how much you want to delve into language learning.

Some of local universities, like the Catholic University of Paris, the American Business School of Paris, and the Sorbonne provide a range of French language courses, often as part of larger study abroad programs. Language programs in Paris at local universities, therefore, often vary in length from semester to summer terms. Studying French at a local university will provide students with a great backdrop to get a real taste of French student life. French universities are also great places to take French language courses in Paris because students will be able to meet local students and converse with them in their free time, which will double as extra practice of their newly acquired compétences en français.

French language learning centers or language schools in Paris are a good option if you are looking for a quick and dirty (yet effective) French language program abroad. These are usually easy to find and sign up for, and are typically shorter in duration than university courses. Courses at language schools in Paris will be specifically focused on language acquisition, and teachers will focused solely on teaching students French. French classes may range from four to six hours daily and cover everything from the basics of French grammar and conjugation to the more fun (and tasty) stuff, like learning French cooking vernacular. Extra ambitieux students can also tack on a private tutor alongside their regular class schedule. Intensive French language programs in Paris aren’t easy, but they are powerful in terms of rapid language acquisition.

The typical school year in Paris runs from the beginning of September to mid-June. There is usually a longer break around Christmas and the New Year, and shorter breaks at the beginning of November, for All Saints Day, as well as in February, April, and May. The city of Paris is especially busy year round, due to the high influx of tourists, except for the month of August when it is basically deserted; this is also because the French get a mandated minimum of 30 days vacation time and almost everyone uses their vacation days before the school year starts again. If you want to make sure you can interact with the locals during your language program in Paris, then be sure to avoid the month of August!

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July 22, 2025by: Louise Morris - AustraliaProgram: Learn French & Stay at Your Teacher’s House (Near Paris)
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A Truly Enriching Stay I spent two wonderful weeks with Georgiana as part of her immersion program in the charming town of Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse — an experience I’ll never forget. A Thoughtful and Welcoming Approach Georgiana understands exactly what makes immersion so effective. Her teaching combines structure and warmth, and what truly sets this experience apart is how naturally her whole family gets involved, making you feel like a true guest — not just a student. Living the Language, Every Day From tailored, engaging French lessons to cultural outings and everyday conversations, everything happened in French. Whether we were exploring the region or sharing meals, I was constantly learning — and enjoying myself in the process. Comfort, Care, and Connection My private apartment was quiet, cozy, and ideal for relaxing after full and stimulating days. The whole atmosphere was warm and generous — I felt completely at home. Real, Lasting Progress After just two weeks, I noticed real progress — not only in my French skills but also in my confidence and ease in navigating French life and culture. Merci, Georgiana! This was more than just a language course — it was an inspiring and human experience. Thank you, Georgiana, for your generosity and passion!

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