Beginning French Classes2019-09-26T22:12:09-07:00

Beginner Group Classes

Multiracial family of four - wife, husband, son, daughter

Beginning French teaches the fundamentals of listening, speaking, reading, and writing French. Common themes covered are greetings, exchanging simple information, restaurant, travel, family, weather, activities and shopping. Students learn correct pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary through student interactions while exploring French and francophone cultures.

As students progress through the beginning levels, new thematic units and vocabulary are introduced such as clothing, careers, daily routines and activities, foods, transportation, and directions. Through paired and group activities, simple conversations, dictations, and grammatical patterns students learn to comprehend, ask and answer questions, and follow instructions in French. Students explore writing and reading while expanding their vocabulary and command of the language.

  • Spring I Session: May 2 through June 20, 2024

    • Day and TimeThursdays, 1:30 - 3:30 pm
    • Location: In-Person – 1011 2nd Street, Suite #206, Santa Rosa
    • Instructor: Lisa Broderick
    • Tuition: $320 (8 weeks) or $280 (7 weeks)
    Advanced Beginner to Early Intermediate: In-person class! Students will improve their language skills through speaking, news podcasts, reading selections and short films.  Listening and proper pronunciation are stressed using dictation, videos and situational vocabulary.  (A2/B1 Level) This is an ongoing class. Please contact the School Director for additional questions on correct placement in beginning classes. Books: Inspire 2, Hachette, textbook and cahier d'activités (Workbook)  For fast 1-2 day shipping, purchase at European Books and Media, Oakland. Click to order on their website: https://www.europeanbook.com/
  • Spring I Session: April 30 through June 18, 2024
    • Day and Time:  Tuesdays, 1:45 - 3:45 pm
    • Location: In-Person – 1011 2nd Street, Suite #206, Santa Rosa
    • Instructor:  Lisa Broderick
    • Tuition: $320 (8 weeks) or $280 (7 weeks)
    French for Mid-Beginners A2: In person class!  At the A2 level, students continue to strengthen their skills in French through proper pronunciation, vocabulary and grammar, focusing on a communicative approach to the language. Dialogues and listening activities are stressed and students read short stories to expand their vocabulary, grammar and comprehension.This class will help students learn to enjoy and interact in the French culture, whether it be for travel, work, or personal pursuits. (A2 Level) Please contact the School Director for additional questions on correct placement in beginning classes. Books: Inspire 2, Textbook and Workbook - Hachette. For fast 1-2 day shipping, purchase at European Books and Media, Oakland. Click to order on their website:https://www.europeanbook.com/
  • Spring I Session: April 29 through June 17, 2024

    • Day and Time:  Mondays, 6:00 - 7:30 pm
    • Location: Online
    • Instructor: Laura Patterson
    • Tuition: $225 (7 weeks)
    French for Mid-Beginners A2: Online class! At the A2 level, students continue to strengthen their skills in French through proper pronunciation, vocabulary and grammar, focusing on a communicative approach to the language. Dialogues and listening activities are stressed and students read short stories to expand their vocabulary, grammar and comprehension.This class will help students learn to enjoy and interact in the French culture, whether it be for travel, work, or personal pursuits. (A2 Level) Please contact the School Director for additional questions on correct placement in beginning classes. Books: Inspire 2, Textbook and Workbook - Hachette. For fast 1-2 day shipping, purchase at European Books and Media, Oakland. Click to order on their website:https://www.europeanbook.com/
  • Spring I Session: April 30 through June 18, 2024

    • Day and Time:  Tuesdays, 5:30 - 7:00pm
    • Location: In-Person – 1011 2nd Street, Suite #206, Santa Rosa
    • Instructors: Julia Fornage
    • Tuition: $240 (8 weeks) or $225 (7 weeks)
    French for Beginners A1.4 (Part IV): In person class! This is an ongoing class for beginners in the final part of a 4 part course which teaches students to communicate immediately in Everyday Situations by learning the building blocks of the language.  Students practice dialogues to introduce themselves, ask questions, make purchases, and enjoy the culture and challenges of everyday life. Use of current practical expressions, correct pronunciation, grammar, and cultural know-how are stressed, focusing on a communicative approach to the language. This class will help students learn to enjoy and interact in the French culture, whether it be for travel, work, or personal pursuits. (A1 Level) Please contact the School Director for additional questions on correct placement in beginning classes.  Books: Inspire 1, Textbook and Workbook - Hachette. For fast 1-2 day shipping, purchase at European Books and Media, Oakland. Click to order on their website:https://www.europeanbook.com/
  • Spring I Session: May 2 through June 20, 2024

    • Day and Time: Thursdays, 6:00 - 7:30 pm
    • Location: In-Person – 1011 2nd Street, Suite #206, Santa Rosa
    • Instructor: Laura Patterson
    • Tuition: $240 (8 weeks) or $225 (7 weeks)
    French for Beginners A1.3 (Part III): In-Person class! This is an ongoing class for beginners in the 3rd part of a 4 part course which teaches students to communicate immediately in Everyday Situations by learning the building blocks of the language.  Students practice dialogues to introduce themselves, ask questions, make purchases, and enjoy the culture and challenges of everyday life. Use of current practical expressions, correct pronunciation, grammar, and cultural know-how are stressed, focusing on a communicative approach to the language. This class will help students learn to enjoy and interact in the French culture, whether it be for travel, work, or personal pursuits. (A1 Level) Please contact the School Director for additional questions on correct placement in beginning classes.  Books: Inspire 1, Textbook and Workbook - Hachette. For fast 1-2 day shipping, purchase at European Books and Media, Oakland. Click to order on their website:https://www.europeanbook.com/
  • Spring I Session - May 1 through June 19, 2024
    • Day and Time:  Wednesdays, 10:00 - 11:30pm
    • Location: In-Person – 1011 2nd Street, Suite #206, Santa Rosa
    • Instructor: Valerie Sell
    • Tuition: $240 (8 weeks) or $225 (7 weeks)
    French for Beginners A1.3: In-person class. In-Person class! This is an ongoing class for beginners in the 3rd part of a 4 part course which teaches students to communicate immediately in Everyday Situations by learning the building blocks of the language.  Students practice dialogues to introduce themselves, ask questions, make purchases, and enjoy the culture and challenges of everyday life. Use of current practical expressions, correct pronunciation, grammar, and cultural know-how are stressed, focusing on a communicative approach to the language. This class will help students learn to enjoy and interact in the French culture, whether it be for travel, work, or personal pursuits. (A1 Level) Please contact the School Director for additional questions on correct placement in beginning classes.  Books: Inspire 1, Textbook and Workbook - Hachette. For fast 1-2 day shipping, purchase at European Books and Media, Oakland. Click to order on their website:https://www.europeanbook.com/  
  • Spring I Session - May 2 through June 20, 2024
    • Day and Time: Thursday 4:00 - 5:30pm
    • Location: In-Person – 1011 2nd Street, Suite #206, Santa Rosa
    • Instructor: Laura Patterson
    • Tuition: $240 (8 weeks) or $225 (7 weeks)
    French for Beginners A1.2: In-person class. In-Person class! This is an ongoing class for beginners in the 2nd part of a 4 part course which teaches students to communicate immediately in Everyday Situations by learning the building blocks of the language.  Students practice dialogues to introduce themselves, ask questions, make purchases, and enjoy the culture and challenges of everyday life. Use of current practical expressions, correct pronunciation, grammar, and cultural know-how are stressed, focusing on a communicative approach to the language. This class will help students learn to enjoy and interact in the French culture, whether it be for travel, work, or personal pursuits. (A1 Level) Please contact the School Director for additional questions on correct placement in beginning classes.  Books: Inspire 1, Textbook and Workbook - Hachette. For fast 1-2 day shipping, purchase at European Books and Media, Oakland. Click to order on their website:https://www.europeanbook.com/

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