Take French courses in Rouen, the historic capital of Normandy. It is one of the university cities in France par excellence.
Live in France for a few weeks or months and attend a language school where you can learn, improve your French language skills and meet new friends of other nationalities. In your free time go sightseeing, work or study! Paris is 2 hours away!
Learn French in France at one of the best-accredited language schools selected for you by Nacel.org The French school is located in the center-west of Rouen. Easy access to the school (metro stop 300 meters).
There are groups at 6 different levels from beginnersto advanced students and courses start every Monday.On the first day there is an evaluation and needs analysis session in themorning and on the first afternoon the school offer a free orientation sessionfor new students, introducing them to the city of Rouen. . In the afternoons, theproject-based workshops are designed to help you overcome any difficulties thatyou may have as well as enabling you to work at your own pace on differenttopics.
METHOD the school puts the emphasis on active communication and thelanguage and culture of today’s France. They use the communicative and task-based method which is student-centered for personal attention.
General French courses are based on communicative French and structural progression in the mornings. Class times are 9.30am to 1.00pm, including a 30-minute recess from 11am to 11.30am. Students are encouraged and facilitated to use the language learned in the course. This covers all aspects of French language skills – speaking, listening, reading and writing as well as pronunciation, vocabulary and grammar activities.
In the afternoons between 2.00pm to 4.00pm, the lessons are organized through a series of workshops based on specific skills and cultural topics:
CLASS CHANGES Youwill be placed in class according to the level you achieve in your entry tests.
There is also an option to do for instance 50/50. Halfof the time group classes and half of the time one on one. Or 15 hr group + 5hr individual per week. Inquire after the possibilities
Courses are given only in French. It‘s really thebest way to learn a language! At the school the maximum number in the group is12 students. This gives you every opportunity to speak. After the lessons, takethe time to speak French with the other students even if you are not in thesame group. It is an ideal opportunity to get to know each other and to practice your French. Your teacher will give you homework to check if you haveunderstood the various points tackled in class. This work will be corrected inclass the following day. So it is very important to do it in order to not slowdown the rhythm of the group. In the afternoon classes, we offer you a variedprogram of workshops. If you havebooked the semi-intensive course but are interested in one of our afternoonworkshops, you can sign up for it. The cost is 30 € per afternoon, payable whenyou book.
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It's you who chooses the length of the program and the dates when you would like to travel. But, please note that:
Book French courses in Rouen with or without accommodation for adults and students of all levels!
Any time during the year but at least 4-6 weeks before the starting date. You can start any Monday you wish (apart from absolute beginners, who have fixed dates). We still recommend booking as early as possible for the high season in order to provide you with the accommodation of your choice.
Yes, this is possible in the student residence, in the aparthotel and in a hotel, and on request in a host family.
Rouen is famous for its history (medieval city), beautiful landscapes, its fine regional cook and of course the friendly welcome offered by the people. This North-West French city is in the capital of Normandy and the Seine-Maritime department. The city, also known as the ‘Ville aux cent clochers’ dear to Victor Hugo, has preserved much of its historical centre which is now largely composed of pedestrian streets. As you walk through the historical centre, past half-timbered houses, discover architectural treasures for example Gothic monuments like the Notre Dame Cathedral, St Ouen Abbey, Saint Maclou Church and the Palais de Justice, or Renaissance style monuments like the Gros Horloge, Saint Maclou Ossuary. Or you can also follow in the steps of Richard the Lionheart, Joan of Arc, Pierre Corneille or Gustave Flaubert, some of the many characters who have been part of Rouen’s history.
After your day treasure hunting, come and enjoy cultural events and performances throughout the summer period, for example, the ‘From Monet to Pixels’ light show on the façade of the Cathedral which transforms the impressive gothic monument into a huge painting canvas with images inspired by Claude Monet’s paintings. An amazing and impressive show! Finally, after a busy day in Rouen, you can enjoy a well-earned rest savoring the cuisine in some local restaurants. Enjoy our French school in Rouen!
The French school in Rouen offers optional paid or free activities:
Prices for a longer stay on request.
How to arrive to Rouen?
You can take a train to Rouen from Paris.
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Caroline enjoyed her stay in Rouen very much. She particularly liked the family and said she learned a lot from them. She felt very safe and well taken care of. Caroline enjoyed meeting the other students from all the other countries.
We are very pleased with the program and are very grateful to her host family.
I am in France studying French. I would like to do university in France in the future, maybe at the Sorbonne. I would like to have 2 majors: French and History. The food has much less sugar than in the US, and it tastes more natural. I visited the Château d’Amboise, the Clos Lucé et the Chateau Gaillard. I’m fond of Castles. In Paris I hope to visit Place de la Concorde, Château de Vincennes, Château de Fontainebleau and Château de Versailles. It is my passion. I love France and I hope to live here one day. I really want to learn how to speak French properly, this is why I’m here!
Complete Beginners: Minimum 2 weeks of an 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.
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.
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