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Welcome to Paris Langues aim is to offer quality teaching of French as a foreign language, combining language classes and linguistic and cultural workshops, to share knowledge of the French language and its culture and to help its development in the world. Paris Langues was created in 1992, by the CEI (Centre d Echanges Internationaux), founded in 1947 whose aim is to promote international exchanges between young French people and foreign nationals. In France, the CEI offers language study holidays for young foreign nationals, educational trips and holidays for school groups, immersion in French schools and summer jobs for university students. FIAP Jean Monnet Students on the terrace of FIAP Jean Monnet Location of Paris Langues The school is situated in the centre of Paris, in the 14th arrondissement, close to the famous Montsouris park and the lively Montparnasse and Butte aux Cailles neighbourhoods. The school is easily accessible by Métro and bus. The classrooms are in the FIAP Jean Monnet premises, an international 200 room residence in a lively area close to a Métro station. The students have access to the benefits of the area: top quality accommodation (double rooms with shower and toilet), a restaurant, cafeteria, bar, terrace, internet café, disco, and numerous cultural activities (photo exhibitions, concerts etc). Paris Langues received the Qualité Français Langue Etrangère label, which was set up by the Ministries of Higher Education and Research, Foreign and European Affairs and Culture and Communication, which is aimed at identifying and recognizing teaching settings whose linguistic offering and services provide an expected, guaranteed quality. Summary Passport to success General lessons & workshops Speciality courses Other types of courses Group programmes Accommodation solutions 3 4 5 5 6 7
The four keys of the Paris Langues Passport to Success We will work with you around a quality benchmark, guaranteeing: 1. Options for each student profile All the Paris Langues classes are in accordance with the levels defined by the Council of Europe in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Our method is based on written and oral comprehension, with teachers listening to each student. The lessons are adapted to the profile of each student (nationality, culture ). 2. Teaching based on interaction and creativity Our teaching material is: > designed for the practice of a modern and current language, a long way away from simple theoretical text books, > enriched with numerous authentic documents from everyday life: songs, newspaper and magazine articles, videos, games 3. Teaching approaches based on communication The Paris Langues teachers: > organize lessons which allow each student to feel at ease, > ensure that everyone gets to speak, > systematically correct pronunciation during lessons. The students thus learn how to communicate and lead a fluent conversation. 4. Exposure to contemporary French culture Exhibitions, theatre, cinema, museums, concerts. Thanks to the Wednesday afternoon outings as well as access to the cultural offerings of the FIAP centre, the students will discover and live current French culture and will consolidate their skills. FIAP Jean Monnet s reception Practical information Courses start each Monday except for students at a complete beginner level who must start their course on specific dates (see sessions calendar). An assessment takes place on Monday mornings in order to place each student in the right group according to level. At the end of the course, all the students receive a certificate detailing the number of hours attended and the level attained.. The Paris Langues welcome pack The Eiffel tower The first day at school, Paris Langues gives to each student a folder, containing: > information on the chosen course (dates, timetable), > the program of cultural activities offered, a Paris information pack: Metro map, useful addresses and telephone numbers (dentists, police stations etc.), > an end of course evaluation form.
General French classes for individuals Since each student plans his language study holiday differently, we offer a choice of three options for classes: 20, 26 or 30 lessons per week (1 lesson = 45 minutes). Organisation of classes Every Monday morning from 9.00 am to 10.00 am: welcome to new students, presentation of the school, the teams and activities, proficiency tests. In summary > Duration of courses: 2 36 weeks > Minimum age: 17 > Number of pupils per class: 8-10 students (maximum of 12) > Levels offered throughout the year: Complete Beginners (AO) to Advanced (C1) > Course start dates: throughout the year/ every Monday > Complete Beginners AO: once per month (generally the 1st Monday of the month) Notre Dame Included in the programme Proficiency test, teaching materials, end of course certificate, free internet access, Wi-Fi
French courses for Professional Purpose For all students wishing to have the opportunity to take an official exam in Paris, we organize 2 combined courses dedicated to the preparation of professional exams (DELF/DALF and Business or Tourism diplomas). Combined Courses (per week): 20 lessons of General French Courses in the morning, plus: 6 or 10 lessons in mini-groups (3/4 pax) in the afternoons. Lessons in mini-groups are dedicated to prepare the DELF or DALF Exams, the DFP*Business or the DFP Tourism. *DFP: Diploma of French for Professionals of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Paris, recognized in the whole world. Exams organized in Paris Langues school: DFP Business (levels B2 and C1) and DFP Tourism (level B1). 4 compulsory exams (written and oral comprehension and expression) according to Business or Tourism industry. Duration: 3 hours. DFP exam price: 150 euros. In summary > Duration of course: 2 12 weeks > Minimum age: 17 > 1 lesson = 45 minutes > Start date of courses: every Monday Included in the programme Teaching materials, end of course certificate, free internet access, Wi-Fi connection, access to our resources centre for independent work. Thematic Programs French course Alone or with friends, come to Paris to taste the French gastronomy, or discover the major monuments and famous places of Paris through guided visits! FRENCH COURSES & COOKING MASTER CLASSES (all year round) : Learn to cook French specialties with professional chefs and treat your friends to a delicious French dinner at home! Cooking class Duration of course: 1-4 weeks Minimum age: 18 Weekly program includes General French (20 lessons of 45 minutes in the morning from 09 am to 12) and 4 Cooking Master classes of 60 minutes in the afternoons + a gastronomic lunch or dinner in a selected restaurant at the end of the stay. - Transportation card for the length of the stay. FRENCH COURSES and PARISIAN IMMERSION (specific dates) : Take the opportunity to discover Paris through guided tours and let yourself be led to places frequented by Parisians! Students at the museum Duration of course: 2-4 weeks Minimum age: 18 Weekly program includes (per week) General French (20 lessons of 45 minutes in the morning from 09 am to 12) and 4 cultural activities in the afternoons. Sample of visits: cruise on the River Seine, Museums Louvre & Orsay (impressionists), typical and historical districts: Montmartre, Latin Quarter, etc. - Transportation card for the length of the stay. Starting Dates: March 9 or 23, April 13, June 29, July 20, August 3 or 17, September 7 or 21, 2015.
Group programs Programs available throughout the year! Program Aspect of a Capital, 7 days/6 nights Live an unforgettable experience in Paris with your pupils or amongst friends! Paris Langues will take care of the lessons and the organisation of your stay, accommodation and visits. Bespoke organisation for school groups and groups of adults according to your dates and preferred themes Triumphal Arc Program includes (per week): - 20 lessons of General French (1 lesson = 45 minutes) in the morning from 09 am to 12, in Open or Closed group* - A diverse and fulfilling cultural program: visit of most famous touristic places (5 activities per week), - Accommodation in Residence FIAP Jean Monnet or host families in half-board, - Weekly metro pass, - Airports transfers (arrival and departure). - An end of course certificate showing the length of the course and the level attained given to each student. *Open group: 1 week minimum stay. A test places the students into international classes at their existing levels. Minimum age of the participants: 17 years old. Closed group: the length of the stay, the class timetable and the distribution of the students into groups of proficiency level in French are established according to the wishes of the teacher responsible for the group. Minimum age of the participants: 14 years old. NEW! FRENCH FOR TOURISM Paris is known as one of the major place in the world for touristic industry. Our savoir-faire (know-how) in this sector is recognized in the whole world! Paris Langues organizes a special program for TOURISM CLASSES that will come to Paris to acquire and practice the necessary skills to communicate in the sector of the tourism and hotel business. A great experience for their professional life. Program includes (per week): - 20 lessons of 45 minutes in the morning focused on the Tourism and hotel industry, - 3 activities (guided visits of companies, tourism office, etc.), - Accommodation in Residence FIAP Jean Monnet or host families in half-board, - Weekly metro pass, - Airports transfers (arrival and departure). - An end of course certificate showing the length of the course and the level attained given to each student. Students of Paris Langues DFP Tourism Exam: Diploma of French for Professionals of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Paris, recognized in the whole world. Exam organized in Paris Langues school the last day of the course: DFP Tourism (level B1). 4 compulsory exams (written and oral comprehension and expression) according to the Tourism industry. Duration: 3 hours. DFP exam price: 150 euros per student.
Accommodation suggestions Paris Langues knows that good accommodation is one of the success factors of a language study holiday. It is why we have implemented a specialised service which combines experience and efficiency to offer you different accommodation solutions which fit with the budgets and wishes of each person. l FIAP Jean Monnet Residence Paris Langues exclusive! The most beautiful residence in the centre of Paris (same address as the school!) > Modern and comfortable double bedrooms with shower and toilet. > Daily housekeeping. Towels and bedding provided > Reception open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. > Half board included in our package: Breakfast and dinner (self-service). Obligatory half board. > Arrival: Sunday from 2.00 pm. Departure Saturday before 12.00 pm. > Possibility of reserving 1 or 2 additional nights at arrival or departure. Located at the same address as the school, secure residence. No loss of time travelling, quality accommodation, restaurant, cafeteria, bar, terrace, free Wi- Fi connection, disco, organisation of cultural activities, exhibitions, evening concerts etc. FIAP Jean Monnet s bedroom FIAP Jean Monnet s bar Accommodation in host families The host families are selected with the utmost care and are resident in Paris Zones 1-2. Travelling time is approximately 20-30 minutes to the school by public transport. > Single rooms. > Bathroom and toilet shared with the family. > Towels and bedding provided. > 2 options: bed & breakfast or half board. > Arrival and departure at all times on requested dates. Accommodation in host families is ideal for total immersion in French culture and language and for maximum progress in French. And also in July & August, according to availability: University Halls of Residence > Magnificent place in the middle of a 35 hectare park, one RER stop from the school. > Single rooms in each hall of residence. Showers and toilets are on the same floor. > Towels are not provided. > Breakfast is not provided but it is possible to make your own or take it at the university restaurant. The student halls are made up of 40 houses scattered around a 35 hectare park. Ideally situated a 10 minute walk from the...school. Numerous cultural and sports activities offered. Very...international ambience with students from around the world.
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