This French course for teens in France combines 15 hours of French lessons per week with supervised activities, excursions and accommodation on the French Riviera. Available in spring and fall, the program welcomes teenagers aged 12 to 17, from complete beginners to advanced French learners.
Students can enjoy the Côte d’Azur outside the busy summer season, with mild spring and fall weather that becomes especially warm in May, June and September. Learn French in small international classes, then discover the region through cultural activities and excursions.
What is the French course like?
Outside class, students take part in an organized program of activities and excursions and meet other young people from different countries. Depending on their age and chosen accommodation option, students stay in a supervised residence or with a local host family.
- 15 hours of French lessons per week
- Classes for beginner to advanced levels
- Small international classes of up to 10–12 students
- Residence close to the beach and town center
- Host family accommodation available for students aged 13+
- Supervised activities and excursions
- Spring and fall dates outside the main summer season
Supervision
From the arrival at the airport in Nice, the camp leaders are there for the students 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A free shuttle bus service connects the campuses to the town center or beaches.
- 12 years old students are not authorized to go out unaccompanied.
- 13 - 15 years old: ALL students have AUTOMATIC permission to go out unaccompanied until7.30 pm maximum. NO AUTHORIZATION to go out unaccompanied after 7.30 pm.
- 16 - 17 years old: ALL students have AUTOMATIC permission to leave the school unaccompanieduntil 7.30pm maximum. FOR THE EVENING, the parents can choose to give evening permission as below:
- Option 1: NO evening permission unaccompanied from 7:30 pm
- Option 2: EVENING PERMISSION as below:Monday - Thursday till 10:00 pm - Fridays, Saturdays, and days prior to a bank holiday till midnight - Sundays till 7.30 pm
Language level
This Teen Travel Abroad in France is suitable for beginners to advanced students. Teachers make the lessons fun and attractive for teenagers to help them improve their spoken French, while also encouraging them to apply the French grammar rules. They use stimulating activities to make sure everybody stays engaged and maximize their learning curve.
Standard course
- 20 lessons of 45 minutes per week
- From Monday to Friday From 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. (15-20 min. break)
- 10-12 persons maximum in a class*
Intensive course
It is possible to add a supplemental intensive course of 2 afternoons a week (1:45 - 4 PM). This intensive course complements the morning classes and focuses on their spoken language skills in small groups of a maximum of 8 students.
* except on the first Monday of their stay which is dedicated to the placement test
What activities and excursions are included?
Typical excursions and activities may include:
- 1 half-day excursion to Nice or Cannes
- 1 full-day weekend excursion, such as Monaco, a treetop adventure course, or Grasse and the Fragonard Museum
- 2 half-day activities per week, such as sailing, trampoline park, Zumba or an escape game
- Evening activities may include a beach party, barbecue, games and other organized group activities.
Students aged 13 and over have free time after scheduled activities and excursions. The full-day weekend excursion takes place on either Saturday or Sunday, and students aged 13+ have the other weekend day free.
Where do students stay during the spring and fall program?
What are the student residences like?
Students stay in shared rooms for 2 to 4 students in one of the program residences, located approximately 10 minutes on foot from the beach and town center.
- Castel Arabel – VIP option, supplement of €250
- Astor Residence
- Aragon Residence
Residential accommodation includes:
- Shared room for 2 to 4 students
- Full board, including all meals
- Air conditioning in the bedrooms
- Free Wi-Fi
- Bed linen
- Light daily housekeeping
- Weekly thorough cleaning
- Common areas and terraces
- Easy access to the school, beach and town center
Castel Arabel and Astor Residence also have a swimming pool.
For students who enjoy a more social environment, the residence is a good opportunity to spend time with other international participants outside French classes and activities.
Is host family accommodation available?
Yes. Students aged 13 and over can request host family accommodation during the spring and fall program.
Host families live within approximately 20 minutes of the school by foot or public transportation and welcome international students throughout the year.
This option may suit students who would like to experience more of everyday life in France, including local routines and additional opportunities to use French outside class.
The 2027 spring and fall program is available from March 7 to June 26 and from August 22 to October 30. Students can start on any Sunday within these periods and must stay for a minimum of 2 weeks.
Spring
- March 7th, 2027
- March 14th, 2027
- March 21st, 2027
- March 28th, 2027
- April 4th, 2027
- April 11th, 2027
- April 18th, 2027
- April 25th, 2027
- May 2nd, 2027
- May 9th, 2027
- May 16th, 2027
- May 23rd, 2027
- May 30th, 2027
- June 6th, 2027
- June 13th, 2027
Fall
- August 22nd, 2027
- August 29th, 2027
- September 5th, 2027
- September 12th, 2027
- September 19th, 2027
- September 26th, 2027
- October 3rd, 2027
- October 10th, 2027
- October 17th, 2027
Arrival on Sunday and departure on Saturday.
Planning a summer stay? Explore the French Riviera Summer Camp for Teens, designed for students traveling during the main summer months.
French courses for Teens on the French Riviera 2027
* price in Euro.
TRANSFERS INCLUDED (on weekends only)
- From Nice Airport
- From Antibes Railway station
SUPPLEMENTS
- Intensive course 165€/week
- Single standard room 245€/week
- Extra day full board shared room 165€/week
- Extra day full board single room 195€/week
- Extra transfer during the week 80€ (Nice airport) / 25€ (Antibes train station)
- Gluten-free meals supplement 160€/week
💰 What's Included in the Price?
- Teaching material
- Transfers on weekends
- Accommodation
- Full Board
- 24-hour supervision
- Daily leisure program
- Weekly excursions
- Entrance fees
- 24/7 supervision
🚫 What's Not Included?
- Round-trip international airfare
- Non compulsory insurances (luggage lost, flight delay etc.)
- Visa, passport and medical exam fees
- Personal expenses and spending money
- Medical, Liability and Emergency Repatriation Insurance
- Application fees (65 EUR)
12-17 years old.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Of course! The transfer fees are included on the weekends to/from the Nice Airport and Antibes Railway Station. Weekday transfers are available with an extra cost.
Disposable bed linens are provided and changed weekly. Towels are not included, so students must bring their own.
Yes. All meals are included during the camp.
Meals are served buffet-style, so students can choose from the available options. Gluten-free meals can also be arranged for an additional supplement of €160.
Students should fly into Nice Côte d’Azur Airport.
Before arrival, students receive a welcome pack with a packing list and essential information to help them prepare for their stay.
Yes. Friends can apply together and request to attend the programme during the same session. Families booking for siblings or friends may also be eligible for a family/friend discount; please contact Nacel for more information.
Keep in mind: while attending the summer camp together can make the experience more comfortable, students are encouraged to take advantage of the programme as an opportunity to practise French, discover French culture and meet students from different countries. To get the most from the experience, we recommend that friends actively participate in French activities and communicate in French whenever possible.
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