French School in Lyon

 French courses in Lyon 1 900 USD/4 weeks with accommodation

Lyon, Little Paris

Lyon is a beautiful city with a rich cultural life. It is the second-largest metropolitan area in France after Paris. As a UNESCO world heritage site, Lyon has over 2000 years of history imprinted on its streets and monuments. Discover the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière as well as the Saint-Jean Cathedral, enjoy the Croix Rousse area, get lost in the huge and wonderful Parc de la Tête d'Or and so many other worth seeing things are waiting for you... Lyon is also the gastronomic capital of France, so take the time to try some specialties in our warm welcoming restaurants called “bouchons”!

Come and enjoy cultural events and performances throughout the summer period, for example the Fourvière festival which has become one of the main international festivals. The festival usually takes place in the Roman amphitheaters of Fourvière and the program includes theater, dance, concerts and cinema. Thousands of people travel to Lyon every year for this event.

Accredited French school in Lyon

The French school is located in a lovely and exclusive area of Lyon, 10 minutes walk from the historic center, and on the main metro line, very easy accessible. The school is surrounded by elegant shops, cafes and restaurants. Situated on  the ground floor of a pretty little 19th century building, the school offers a pleasant and elegant setting for its students and staff. The French school in Lyon offers a winning combination to those wishing to learn or to improve their French language skills in a great environment.

Lyon is 2 hours away from Paris by train, 1 hour away from the Alp Mountains and only 3 hours from the Mediterranean sea. So just come and enjoy your french courses and stay in Lyon! 

Facilities and Staff

• Highly qualified teachers
• 16 equipped and air-conditioned classrooms
• A large study and relaxation area with beverage machines
• A library service
• Free WI-FI access
• (complementary) after school activities 

French courses in Lyon

• Course content: General French
  
• Courses per week: 15, 21 or 25 courses a week 
  
• Course duration: 45 minutes
  
• Number of students per class: 10 to 12 students maximum
  
• Test on arrival: yes
  
• Course material: not included

Accessible for disabled students.

Dates of French courses in Lyon

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
• Departure date: Saturday
• French courses in Lyon: From Monday to Friday
• Bank holidays: 01/01, 02/04, 01, 08, 10 and 21/05, 14/07, 15/08, 01/11, 11/11, 25/12
• Absolute beginners: Minimum 2 weeks of intensive course are compulsory starting at 235 EUR/week Dates: January 10th, February 21st, March 7th, April 25th, May 9th, June 20th, July 4th, August 22nd, September 5th, October 17th and 31st, December 5th

Book French courses in Lyon with or without accommodation for adults and students of all levels! (Minimum recommended duration = 2 weeks)

The language school is open all year round except 2 weeks at the end of the year.

The French school in Lyon offers optional paid or free activities:

• Visit to the Old Lyon quarter, worth visiting monuments, museums, theatres
• Student activities: Concerts, games,
• A lot more!
  
  

• Host family: single room, shared bathroom, half board (breakfast and dinner, even on weekends).  90% of the families are within 30 minutes’ transport time from the language school.
• On request: residences and studios

Placement fee for host family and residence: 60 euros.

French courses in Lyon

How to arrive to Lyon?

• By airport: Lyon-Saint-Exupéry (LYS)
• By train: Gare Lyon Part Dieu, Perrache
• By bus: Lyon Part Dieu ( Place Francfort)

You can also land in a Paris airport and then take a train to Lyon.

How do I get to my accommodation in Lyon?

• Taxi or bus
• Transfer available: Airport pick up and transfer to the student residence or to the school. Please consult.

Price includes

• Administration fees
• Accommodation in host family (for other options please ask for a quote)
• French Courses (see options)
• 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
• Airport pick-up and transfers
• Extra activities organized by the school
• Personal expenses and pocket money
• Course Material (from 20 to 30 euros)
• Local transportation
• Medical and Emergency Repatriation Insurance (maybe provided by Nacel for an extra cost)
• Application fees (65 euros)

• Age: 16+
  
• Minimum language level: absolute beginner 

Complete Beginners: Minimum 2 weeks of intensive course are compulsory + specific dates of start of courses

Insurance: You must have both health and personal liability insurance before your arrival 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 in the event that you cause damage to the accommodation of family possessions. If you are not covered by an insurance, you might be asked to pay for the damages. Nacel International offer insurance packages, please inquire after the possibilities.