French Language & Culture Classes in Chicago IL

Alliance Francaise de Chicago:
Alliance Francaise de Chicago offers French classes and cultural activities. Founded in 1897, we are one of Chicago's oldest cultural and educational institutions. We are a gathering place for people interested in all aspects of France and French speaking cultures. Each year we welcome more than 2,700 students, both adults and children, into our classrooms. As a school, we offer a wide and varied curriculum, from French language courses, to classes specializing in history, culture and business. As a cultural center, we sponsor or co-sponsor approximately 30 programs a year, all open to the public. Come and discover all we have to offer.

Rond-Point is a highly interactive method that requires additional oral activities in class. This method offers new concepts, new ways of learning and, of course, new opportunities for immersion in the French and Francophone world.
Students know in advance the programming of each class, as all teachers’ activities are indicated in the student textbook. One book covers all seven levels. The book and its companion CD are available for purchase in our office.
In addition, at the end of each session, students receive a final evaluation to rate their communicative skills: oral and written expression, comprehension, and use of lexical and stylistic structures. Then students receive a personal and accurate evaluation from their instructor. In this way, each student knows the progress he/she has made and exactly which course to take next. The length of each class is 1h45 + 5 mns Q&A for the once-a-week and twice-a-week courses and 2h30 for the 3 times a week courses.

Our classes are offered over a large range of days and times. Make-up classes, tailored classes, and personalized attention make attending the Alliance Française a no stress experience. Chez Kids Academy offers French immersion programs for toddlers and children alike.