French School on the French Riviera

Accredited French school in Antibes

Creation: 1985

Accreditation: Qualité FLE, Label Qualité, Professional Consortium of French as a Foreign Language Providers, Eaquals among others.

French courses in Antibes

• Type of course: General French lessons, 20 or 30 lessons/week (on request DELF exam preparation course)
• Course content: oral and written production and comprehension, assimilation and vocabulary, grammar and structures, oral and written intensive practice, as well as the approach of the French culture and civilization
• Number of students per class: 15
• Course duration: 45 minutes
• Level test: yes 
  

Dates of French courses in Antibes

It's you who chooses the length of the program and the dates when you would like to travel. But please note that: 

• Arrival date: Sunday (possible to book an extra night upon availability)
• Departure date: Saturday (possible to book an extra night upon availability)
• French courses in Antibes: From Monday to Friday
• Specific start dates for beginners

What would be the best moment to register?

Any time during the year but at least 4-6 weeks before the starting date. You can start any Monday (apart from absolute beginners who have fixed dates). We still recommend booking as early as possible for the high season to provide you with the accommodation of your choice.

Would it be possible to share accommodation with my partner or friend?

Yes, this is possible in a host family and the residence. 

Following French language classes, there's a plethora of activities to enjoy, including sailing, beach outings, pool games, boat excursions around the Côte d’Azur, lively zumba sessions, and on-campus parties. For those whose parents allow, there's also the option to be off-campus in the evening (up to the allowed curfew time.)

Host family: single room, half board (even on weekends, no weekend lunches).

Options: 

• Weekend lunches: 20 EUR/weekend
• Gluten-free diet: 40 EUR/week
• Lunches at school: 10 EUR/lunch
• Extra day: 49 EUR
• Double room (discounted)

On request:

• Residential accommodation, Studio single, between 280 and 840 EUR/week depending on the time of the year (low, medium, and high season)
• Flats for rent

On the first Monday, the student will take a written and oral test in order for our teachers to place the student in the right level group. The student will also attend an information meeting and a visit of the city. 

There is no class on the first day due to this schedule. The classes will start on Tuesday.

No lessons take place on public days. They are neither replaced nor refunded.

French courses on the French Riviera

* Price in EUR

• Arrival day: Sundays
• Complete beginners: special starting dates, please inquire! 
• Bank holidays: 01/04, 01/05, 09/05, 20/05, 15/08, 01/11, 11/11
• School closure: December 20th 2024 to January 6th 2025

Prices for longer stays are available on request.

How to arrive in Antibes?

By airplane: Nice International Airport

By train: Antibes Train Stations

How to get to my accommodation in Antibes? 

Transfer possibilities: 

• One way transfer on weekend from/to Nice airport 60 €
• One way transfer on weekend from/to Antibes train station 15 €
• One way transfer during the week from/to Nice airport 80 €
• One way transfer during the week from/to Antibes train station 25 €

* Transfers are only available from 6:30am to 9:00pm and have to be booked in advance.

Price includes

• Administration fees
• French Courses (see options)
• Accommodation in host family, single room, half board (no weekend lunches) (for other options please ask for a quote)
• Support, assistance and 24 hours emergency phone number during the whole program

Price does not include

• International airfare
  
• International Travel Insurance
• Visa, passport and medical exam fees
• Extra activities organized by the school
• Personal expenses and pocket money
• Local transportation from and to the French language school
• Medical, Liability and Emergency Repatriation Insurance (may be provided by Nacel for an extra cost)
• Application fees (65 euros)

• Age: 16+
• Minimum language level: absolute beginner (special starting dates, please inquire)

Insurance: You must have health and personal liability insurance before arriving in France. Please ensure that you have these documents in your possession to prove that you are insured. Health insurance permits eventual medical fees to be taken charge of. Personal Liability insurance covers any eventual compensation to the family or school if you cause damage to the accommodation of family possessions. If you are not covered by insurance, you might be asked to pay for the damages. Nacel International offers insurance packages, please inquire about the possibilities.

How do I get a Visa? We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the language school will provide you with all the documentation you need to support your successful visa application.