French Language School in Lyon, France

Lyon Bleu International:
Learn French at Lyon Bleu International! Lyon Bleu International is a private school which has been offering French language courses since 1999. We are located beside the city centre of Lyon, situated in the Southeast of France! We offer a wide range of programmes from intensive French to exam preparation as well as French culture courses. Lyon has a very rich cultural heritage and is famous for its gastronomy and vineyards and more recently for its football team and art. At the crossroads of the main European cities, close to the Mediterranean sea and Alpine ski resorts, Lyon is perfectly located for people wanting to visit France and Europe. Lyon also offers a very dynamic cultural life and a variety of entertainment opportunities.

Lyon Bleu International wishes to provide a quality alternative to larger, more traditional academic structures for french language courses. We want to concentrate our efforts on improving the quality of our french language classes and of our services.

1. a large variety of french language programmes and courses
2. Active and modern teaching methods for french language with materials based on practice and communication
3. well trained and motivated teachers
4. original classes to learn french, made to measure by the teachers and the pedagogical manager, adapted and updated each week according to the needs of the groups
5. modern pedagogical material to learn french supplied at no extra cost.
6. 6 levels in french language open all year round from complete beginner to advanced, A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2 based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages CECR
7. Small groups of 12 participants for faster progression in learning French
8. A system of evaluation and self-evaluation so that you can be placed in a group adapted to your level in fench and your needs and the possibility of changing group as soon as you’re ready to:
– A french written test before coming to the school
– An oral test in french on your first day at the school
– Continuous evaluation during your french course by your teachers
– Self evaluation tools so that you can accurately analyse your progress in french
– A certificate of attendance and level of French language skills acquired at the end of your courses (référence au CECR)
9. A preparation for units A1 A2 B1 B2 of the french language DELF exam and C1 , C2 of the french language Dalf exams (a specific preparation in individual or group classes is possible – please contact us directly).

- General French
- Intensive French
- Semi-Intensive French
- Business French
- DELF and DALF exam preparation
- French for Au pairs
- French Conversation Club
- French for Seniors 50+
- French Culture
- French Cuisine
- Group Lessons
- Individual Tuition

We can help you to find accomodation in Lyon.

We offer you 2 types of accomodation :
* Lodging with a French family
* Studio in a Hôtel residence

We can also help you to find other types of accommodation :

* hôtel
* shared apartment
* youth hostel YMCA (limited number of nights)
* furnished studio or apartment (only possible for long stay – more than 10 months)

Cultural activities:
Each one of our course programmes offer activities relating to French culture and life.

Different aspects of French life are dealt with in the vocabulary classes and practical activities.

This cultural and free time programme is build and updated by Janine, in order to meet any needs and expectations.

Lyon is a city which offers a wide variety of activity and entertainment
The city of Lyon has been classed part of "World heritage" by UNESCO since 1998.

Arts : Lots of theaters, a national Opera house, museums ...
Sports : sports facilities, swimming pools, ice-skating rink, bike lanes ...
Leisure : movie theaters, clubs, restaurants, pubs ...
And also many parks and monuments to visit throughout the city.

Our team is here to inform and guide you to make the most of your time with us in Lyon.