French classes in Durham: Try a class for free

Looking to improve your conversational skills and/or perfect your accent?

I offer fluency & pronunciation classes as well as preparation classes for the DELF-DALF exams.

Whether you are looking at learning French as a hobby or improving your language skills for a job, an exam or daily-life conversations, I will be more than happy to help you.

I tailor my classes to your needs and in the first lesson, we will get to know each other.

We will speak about your goals and what you want from these lessons.

I'm aware that learning French can be life-changing for many students and I approach each lesson professionally.

Teaching Approach - CONVERSATION-BASED LESSONS TO IMPROVE YOUR ACCENT AND FLUENCY.

I offer :

- Relaxed, supportive, and encouraging environment.

- Customized lessons to meet your individual needs and learning style.

- Focus on pronunciation, accent reduction and fluency.

Qualifications & Experience

Experienced - Over 6 years experience / over 7,000 classes taught online

I specialize in teaching adults at the intermediate to advanced levels. I focus on fluency and confidence, using real-world situations. 

DELF and DALF - I have a solid background teaching and helping the students prepare for the standard exams (A1-C2)

Professional – Business – I have taught French to multiple professionals wishing to work or live in France (Interview / CV / Presentation)

Bonjour, my name is Veronique. 

I'm a French teacher for adults and a professional watercolour artist .

I'm originally from France but have lived in the UK for over 20 years.  

 I've been teaching French informally since 2009.

- My clients included professionals, students and people wishing  to learn French for pleasure.

- I use texts, videos, articles, songs and a lot of exercises in my classes.

- I focus on pronunciation, grammar, syntax and vocabulary.

- I tailor every lesson to make sure my students get the best out of each course.

Bonjour, 

My name is Louise and I am a certified French teacher. I have a Master degree in French teaching and for the last few years, I have been teaching French to students from all around the world. I am very passionate about the French language and its transmission. 

⚠️ I am currently only teaching intermediate or advanced levels (on the CECRL scale : A2 and higher).

If you are seeking to… : 

• have fluent conversations with French speaking people 💬
• understand how the French language works 🧐
• watch French series and movies (without subtitles) 📺
• get to know the French cultures 🥐
• write an email in French 📧
• read French newspapers or books 📖
• prepare for an exam (DELF, DALF, TCF, A-level…) 🎓

… you are in the right place ! 

Because each student is different, I have a wide range of resources and I adapt to your specific needs and objectives. I am convinced that we learn by doing. That's why my students are fully involved in their learning process and are always DOING (and RE-DOING). I do all I can so that you can progress in French and reach your goals. 

Feel free to book a trial lesson with me to evaluate your level, define your needs and desires in order to build a lesson plan together. 🙂

PS : you can check out my new Instagram account https://www.instagram.com/learnfrenchwithlouise/ 

Hello, My name is Julien, I come from Saint-Malo, a beautiful little town in Brittany in the northwest of France. 

I love traveling to discover new cultures and learn new languages. 

I have lived in several countries: Japan, Taiwan, Peru, Ecuador and Colombia. In life, what I love is cinema, reading, walks, games and of course good food! 

I have been a French teacher since 2015. I have taught in Peru, Ecuador and Colombia, whether in groups, private classes, face-to-face or online. 

I have worked in a private institute, in universities and in French Alliances. 

You are at the center of my pedagogy! I adapt my approach according to your objectives, your pace and your areas of interest. 

We can work: conversation, grammar, pronunciation, expressions, etc ...

In addition, I can prepare you for international exams such as the DELF / DALF / TCF / TEF. 

During my classes, we use photos, videos, articles, songs, games, etc. to diversify the lessons. 

I adjust my courses to each of my students, I can help you practice oral and written comprehension, oral and written expression as well as conversation.

👋🏻 Hello and welcome!

I’m a certified native French teacher, specialized in French language and culture. With qualifications from the Alliance Française and extensive experience as a trainer, I provide structured and engaging lessons designed to deliver real progress.

📖 Grammar

• Opt for targeted exercises on specific topics or follow a progressive, structured program using level-appropriate books.
• Beginners (A0-A2): Build a solid foundation in grammar and conjugation.
• Intermediate (B1-B2): Master more advanced structures to express yourself fluently and confidently.

🗣️ Enhance Your Conversation Skills

• Explore fascinating topics such as culture, current events, art, or history. Choose what interests you, or let me suggest some ideas.
• Diverse materials: We’ll use articles, videos, podcasts, and other authentic resources, which I can provide in advance for preparation.
• Prefer a spontaneous approach? Let’s improvise and let the conversation flow naturally!

🎓 Exam Preparation (DELF, TCF, TEF)

• Work with specialized guides for practical tips and focused exercises.
• Practice with official past exam papers to familiarize yourself with the test format.
• Benefit from an intensive preparation program with mock exams, tailored strategies, and detailed feedback.

Book a lesson now and progress with discipline and passion in an immersive environment where language meets culture.

✅ Please share any relevant information, difficulties, or topics you'd like to discuss to make our experience enjoyable and productive.

✅ Adopt a compassionate and rigorous attitude characterized by respect, discipline, dedication, and punctuality to create an optimal learning environment.

✅ Dedicate daily time to personal learning outside of our sessions to enhance language mastery.

✅ Prior to scheduling, ensure to check my availability as my schedule may vary.

✅ Follow the platform's policy for canceling or rescheduling appointments to avoid financial burdens.

✅ Non-compliance with outlined rules may result in termination of classes to maintain a positive and respectful learning environment for everyone.

Native French teacher with 7 years experience online and many more on one to one classes, I know that the key of success for learning a language is the quality of the relationship between the student and the tutor. My duty is to understand the way you learn and adapt my teaching to your skills....regular work and motivation are the other elements ;-)

I am from the south-west of France.. I really like my native language and I am deeply interested in the history of France, its literature, culture, cuisine...and I am also very international as I lived abroad many years, and enjoyed it so much ! I have traveled a lot, met a lot of people and learned different languages such as English, Spanish & Bulgarian...so I've been a learner all my life. I understand the learning mechanisms.

I've also helped a lot of people in their study of French : homework, conversations, pronunciation, French for business, pleasure, practical life, personal projects...thus, I teach different levels (beginners to advanced) and different abilities.

I will adapt to your level and your needs. We will choose the topics together. It could vary from very practical conversations to cultural topics : music, books, photography (my hobby), trips, cinema, sport, etc.. Sometimes, we will go through some vocabulary and grammar rules...your French will improve quickly !

The main idea is that you and I are having a great time together, having fun seeing your improvements lesson after lesson :-) Hope to meet you soon

I figured out that learning is much more efficient and enjoyable when it is grounded in reality !

This is why I make my lessons student-centered : around your specific needs, goals and centres of interest. I call my method « chameleon-like »

Whether it is for receptive skills, that is listening and reading, or productive skills, that is writing and speaking, we use mostly real-life materials, role-plays and games around situations you may or will find yourself into.

It makes it much more stimulating, efficient and useful to you ! You also learn aspects of French culture as we go along.

For advanced students and conversationalists we work around any topics of your choice to consolidate grammatical points, expand and enrich your vocabulary.

I am also a visual artist. My passions are art, travels and nature. But I am very curious to know what yours are… I teach you French and you teach me about things you like !

Hello my name is teacher Sussu and I am so happy to meet you.

I am an experienced teacher with more than 17 years of experience.

I have a Master's degree in TESOL (Teaching English as a Second Language) and FLE (French as a Second Language) as well as a Master's in French literature, plus I am Montessori certified.

I believe that learning a new language should be fun and exciting.

Yes, it is not always easy, but it is more like a puzzle you build piece by piece.

I always start where you are and offer new ways to use and expand what you already know.

My priority in class is to make sure my students speak and relax.

The more relaxed, the more confident you will be. The more daring, the more you will see that it is okay to make mistakes and try again.

I will always challenge you to reach higher, to add one step and then another step in your language journey. And then, you will have fun doing so.

Plus, I match my classes to your interests and goals.

So what do you think?

Are you ready to book a trial with me?

I promise to always be patient and kind.

I hope to see you soon.

Until then...

Bonjour! My name is Constance.

With a bachelor's in applied modern languages and in the process of doing a Master's in French as a foreign language, I am very passionate about language learning and teaching my native tongue, french!  I have been teaching French for 8 years online and offline to people of various ages. I am familiar with the DELF A1-B2 examinations and also teach casual pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar.

I like to adapt my lessons according to the levels and goals of my students. I work with beginners to B2 intermediate level. My main goal is for you to come out of my lessons feeling more confident in the language. 

For the trial lesson:

- I will first send you a Google docs document. This document is for you to have access to the lesson plans before the lesson and for you to add your own notes. 

- In the first few minutes, I usually ask for you to present yourself and what you expect out of our lessons.  

- I like to start with some simple exercises to see how you feel about grammar, reading, listening, and speaking. 

If you want to focus on speaking only we will do various speaking exercises for you to be more confident in the language. If you want to practice for the DELF A1 to B2 exams or any examinations in your school/university we will work on whichever section you feel needs the most work. If you are here to have fun, you're welcome to join and have relaxing lessons on any theme or subject that sparks your interest!

I speak English (C2), French (native,C2), German (B1), and Spanish (A2)

***Note : Thanks for all your trust, I'm very grateful. Please, note that my calendar is very tight on this platform, don't hesitate to book in advance your lessons to avoid seing your slot already taken or send me an email if you don't see your normal time on the calendar. ***

Hi, I'm Sabrina, I was born in Bayonne but my studies in French Literature and French as a Foreign Language led me to live and work in different places and countries, to many students of all ages and levels ! 

That's why I would be delighted to teach my French language, whether you need it for your work, your studies, to pass your DELF/DALF examens, to brush up your grammar or to master the "art de la conversation". I always tailor my lesson, based on your level, your goals and your interests. 

As a creative person, I try to use that part of my personality to make our lesson fun yet efficient, in a relaxed atmosphere where you feel confident to speak and explore French. This is the time where you have the ability to speak French as much as possible.

I’m always in search for new material (articles, songs, podcasts, games…) to work on, trying as much as possible to use authentic material and any tools (Google Docs, screenshare, slides…) that seem adequate to learn the language French people actually speak. 

I've got loads of texbooks as well, where I like to extract interesting texts or drills to make you practise when it seems relevant to do so. 

What's important to me is that each online lesson is a place and time where you can feel confident to speak in French, in a relaxed atmosphere where you can explore our beautiful language and culture. 

I am a very easy-going, passionate and good-natured person, keen in many different subjects and aspects of our life. When I'm not teaching, I like reading, watching movies, writing, walking, traveling, practising yoga, doing theater and struggling on my guitar ! (To only name a few)

Looking forward to meeting you on this platform and learning together !

Au plaisir !