Courses and Prices 2023
Enrolment Fee : 85€
General French Courses
| Description | 1 week only | 2 to 4 weeks | 5 to 7 weeks | 8 to 10 weeks | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Français Général (FG) 20 lessons/week |
Standard course of General French (FG) for adults who wish to express themselves with more ease and confidence in a personal or professional context.All levels are accepted from complete beginners to advanced (beginner to C2 according to CECR) 20 lessons/week mornings – groups from 5 to max. 10 students |
390€ | 325€/week | 290€/week | 270€/week | |
| Français Général Plus (FG+) 30 lessons/week |
Standard course (FG) in the mornings and thematic workshops in the afternoons to practice and broaden your knowledge: French civilization, conversation, media, activities outside the institute, phonetics, etc…Levels: elementary to advanced (A1 to C2 according to CECR). No beginners. 20 lessons/week mornings – groups from 5 to max. 10 students + 10 lessons/week afternoons – groups from 4 to max. 6 students |
515€ | 450€/week | 415€/week | 395€/week | |
| Français Général et Cours Particuliers (FGCP) 20 lessons/week + private lessons (CP) |
Standard course (FG) in the mornings and Private Lessons (CP) in the afternoons to focus on subjects of your choice (general or business).All levels are accepted from complete beginners to advanced (beginner to C2 according to CECR) 20 lessons/week mornings – groups from 5 to max. 10 students + 4 to 10 private lessons/week afternoons (Other combinations on request) |
FG & 4 Private lessons/week (2 x 1h30/week) |
600€ | 535€/week | 495€/week | 475€/week |
| FG & 6 Private lessons/week (3 x 1h30/week) |
715€ | 640€/week | 595€/week | 570€/week | ||
| FG & 8 Private lessons/week (4 x 1h30/week) |
820€ | 745€/week | 690€/week | 665€/week | ||
| FG & 10 Private lessons/week (5 x 1h30/week) |
920€ | 840€/week | 785€/week | 760€/week | ||
The General French courses are based on 2 week modules and are renewable up to maximum 8 weeks, or 10 weeks for beginners/elementary levels (according to CECR)
Lessons in FG include test, information session and guided city tour on starting dates.
Private lessons
| Description | Course duration at your convenience | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Cours Particuliers (CP) | Private and tailor-made course according to your level and to your personal needs. Lessons are always organized by 2 at one time (at least 1h30). All levels are accepted from complete beginners to advanced (beginner to C2 according to CECR) | 2 to 9 lessons: 55€/lesson 10 to 19 lessons: 54€/lesson 20 to 34 lessons: 53€/lesson 35 to 49 lessons: 52€/lesson 50 to 65 lessons: 51€/lesson 66 and + lessons: 50€/lesson | |
French for Exam & Professional Purposes
| Description | Rates | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Français des Affaires (FDA) 30 lessons/week | Intensive 2-week course in a mini group that is designed for executives in different areas that need to speak French in their business activity. It is structured and personalized to suit the common needs identified through the questionnaire sent beforehand.
Levels: intermediate to advanced (B1 to C1 according to CECR) We reserve the right to transform this course into a FGCP10 course if the number of participants is less than indicated | 1600€ / 2 weeks | |
| Français pour professeurs de Français (FPF) 10 lessons/week To be combined with a FG course | 2-week option with specific methodological workshops designed for teachers of French who are not native speakers of the language. This option is to be combined with an FG course.
Levels: intermediate to advanced (B2 to C2 according to CECR) 10 lessons/week afternoons – groups from 4 to max. 15 students | 200€ / 2 weeks | |
| Préparation Examens (PEXAM) 4 private lessons/weekTo be combined with a FG or FL course | Option specifically designed for the preparation of the DELF A2 to B2 exams or TCF test (any type). This option is to be combined with an FG or FL course.
Levels: minimum elementary (A2 according to CECR) 4 private lessons/week mornings or afternoons | 210€ / week | |
| Préparation Examen DALF (PEDALF) 6 private lessons/week + tutoring | Option specifically designed for the preparation of the DALF C1 and C2 exams. This option includes corrections and tutoring by the teacher, presupposing at least 6 hours of guided self-study by the student per week.Levels: minimum intermediate (B2 according to CECR)6 private lessons/week mornings or afternoons | 400€ / week | |
Long Term French Course
| Description | Course duration at your convenience | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Français Long (FL) 20 lessons/week | Long term standard course for 8 weeks that is renewable up to 2 times (for a total of 16 or 24 weeks). It is designed for adults who wish to improve and consolidate their knowledge of the French language. The program is based on the necessary linguistic content required for the DELF exam.
Levels : elementary to intermediate (A2 to B1 according to CECR) 20 lessons/week mornings and/or afternoons – groups from 5 to max. 10 students | 250€/week | |
Optional Courses
| Description | Rates | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Découverte de la Provence (DP) | Cultural activities to discover the region of Provence: guided tour and excursions as well as tasting of local products.
The course includes approximately 20h of DP over the 2 weeks (afternoons/weekend) | 400€ / 2 weeks | |
| Découverte de la Provence à Pied (DPP) | Walks in nature to discover the countryside of Provence: guided hikes at a leisurely pace to give you time to admire the famous landscapes that have attracted artists from all over the world for centuries.
The course includes approximately 17h of DPP over the 2 weeks (afternoons/weekend) | 400€ / 2 weeks | |
2-week optional courses to combine with Français Général (FG) or with 20 lessons of Cours Particuliers (CP) per week.
Levels: elementary to advanced (A1 to C2 according to CECR). No beginners
Groups of at least 4 students (we reserve the right to alter the number of lessons/activities if the number of participants is less than indicated)
Optional Activities
| Description | ||
|---|---|---|
| Atelier Peinture (AP) | Painting workshops with a professional. The activity is designed for adults who wish to practice French while discovering the art and pleasure of painting in Provence, giving you the possibility to create your own piece of art.
The option includes 12h of Painting over the 2 weeks (afternoons). Price: 480€ to be paid directly to our partner. | |
| Golf (G) | Golf lessons with a professional. The activity is designed for adults who wish to practice their French while improving their golf skills in the magnificent surrounding of Aix-en-Provence.
The option includes 10h of Golf over the 2 weeks (afternoons). Price: 500€ to be paid directly to our partner | |
| Equitation (E) | Horse-riding lessons designed for adults who wish to combine a French course with the discovery of a local Riding Club, its horses and its habits. Possibility to have lessons in the different disciplines or in a specific one (dressage, jumping…).
The option includes 12h of Horse-Riding over the 2 weeks (afternoons). Price: 250€ to be paid directly to our partner. | |
| Yoga (Y) | Yoga classes for all levels for adults who wish to combine a French course with the practice of yoga. Different possibilities and intensities depending on time of day and indoor/outdoor classes.
The option can include 6-12 hours of yoga over the 2 weeks (afternoons and/or evenings). Price: 150-300 € to be paid directly to our partner | |
2-week optional courses to combine with Français Général (FG) or with 20 lessons of Cours Particuliers (CP) per week.
Levels: elementary to advanced (A1 to C2 according to CECR). No beginners
IS Aix-en-Provence booking fee: 25€
Closed Groups
| Description | ||
|---|---|---|
| Closed Groups | Specific objectives to be defined together for a tailor-made quote for groups of adults (professionals or University students) or juniors (school groups): duration, number of lessons, pedagogical program and activities, size of the group, level(s) and dates.
Please contact anna@is-aix.com | |
Dates 2023
General French Courses
| CECR level | January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November | December | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Français Général (FG) Français Général et Cours Particuliers (FGCP) | A1-C2 * Complete beginners on specific dates | 09 23* | 06 20* | 06 20* | 03 17* | 02 15* 30 | 12* 26 | 10* 24 | 07* 21 | 04* 18 | 02* 16 30* | 13 27* | 11 |
| Français Général Plus (FG+) | A1-C2 | 09 23 | 06 20 | 06 20 | 03 17 | 02 15 30 | 12 26 | 10 24 | 07 21 | 04 18 | 02 16 30 | 13 27 | 11 |
Private Lessons
| Cours Particuliers (CP) | All levels | Starting dates at your convenience |
French for Exam & Professional Purposes
| CECR level | January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November | December | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Français des Affaires (FDA) | B1-C1 | 09 | 06 | 06 | 03 | 02 30 | 26 | 24 | 21 | 18 | 16 | 13 | 11 |
| Français pour Professeur de Français (FPF) | B2-C2 | 09 | 26 | 10 24 | |||||||||
| Préparation Examens (PEXAM) | From A2 | Starting dates at your convenience | |||||||||||
| Préparation Examens DALF (PEDALF) | From B2 | Starting dates at your convenience | |||||||||||
Long Term French Course
| CECR level | January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November | December | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Français Long (FL) | A2-B1 | 23 | 20 | 15 | 10 | 4 | 30 |
Optional Courses
| CECR level | January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November | December | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Découverte de la Provence (DP) | A1-C2 | 6 | 17 | 26 | 4 | ||||||||
| Découverte de la Provence à Pied (DPP) | A1-C2 | 20 | 12 | 18 | 16 |
Public Holidays 2023
| January | February | March | April | May | June | July | August | September | October | November | December | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public holidays | 01 | 10 | 01 08 18 29 | 14 | 15 | 01 11 | 25 |
Missed lessons from public holidays are moved to afternoons of other days during the same week.
Accommodation 2023
| Accomodation | Rates | Booking fee | Description | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HOMESTAY
Single room | Half-board room + breakfast & dinner | From 1 to 8 weeks: 285€ per week | From 9 weeks: 265€ per week | Booking fee included | Individual room with breakfast and dinner with your family. Lunch is taken outside the home. This type of homestay encourages maximum immersion. All dietary needs accepted (ex. gluten intolerance, vegetarians etc.) |
| Breakfast only room + breakfast | From 1 to 2 weeks: 212€ per week | Individual room with breakfast only. All other meals are to be taken outside the home. This type of homestay suits independent students. The family’s kitchen may not be used. 2 weeks maximum | |||
| Access Kitchen room + acces to the kitchen | From 1 to 8 weeks: 200€ per week | From 9 weeks: 180€ per week | Individual room with access to the kitchen (no meals included). Student may use the kitchen to prepare his own meals at hours agreed with the host. This type of homestay is recommended for independent persons or people with a restrictive diet. | ||
| RESIDENCES
+local tax from 1.65€ to | Booking fee 30€ | ||||
| Hotel residence | 2 weeks from: 819€* | Studio with shower or bath, w.c., kitchenette, TV and air conditioning | |||
| 3* Hotel residence | 2 weeks from: 923€* | ||||
| 4* Hotel residence (with swimming pool) | 2 weeks from: 988€* | ||||
| 4* Hotel residence | 2 weeks from: 1 209€* | ||||
| HOTELS
+local tax from 1.65€ to 2.50€/day/person | 3* Hotel | 2 weeks from: 1 157€* (Breakfast included) | Booking fee 30€ | Room with shower or bath, w.c., 4* Hotel TV and air conditioning | |
| 4* Hotel (with swimming pool) | 2 weeks from: 1 690€* (Breakfast included) | ||||
| PRIVATELY OWNED STUDIO & APPARTMENT | 2 weeks from: 600€ | Booking fee 30€ | Furnished studio or apartment. Direct rental through owner. Different prices and standards available. | ||
Detailed rates and description on request.
*Prices do not include the local tourist tax (to be paid onsite) from 1.65€ to 2.50€/night/person.
TERMS & CONDITIONS 2023
| LEVEL | All levels according to CECR : https://www.coe.int/en/web/common-european-framework-reference-languages/level-descriptions | |
| COURSE TRANSFORMATION | For General French courses (FG, FG+), French for Professional Purposes (FDA, FPF), Long Term course (FL) and optional courses (DP, DCP, DPP), we reserve the right to alter the number of lessons/activities if the number of participants is less than indicated. | |
| PAYMENT | Enrolment fee (85€) + a deposit of 80€ per week (non refundable) have to be paid to confirm the enrolment. The balance has to be paid 30 days before the course starts. Payment online by VISA or Mastercard on our secure website: https://www.is-aix.com/product/pay-online . Concerning accommodation, except for homestay, fees have to be paid directly to accommodation partners (hotels, residences, and private owners). | |
| BANK DETAILS | Crédit Agricole (n°11306-00010) – Cours Sextius – 13100 Aix-en-Provence – France Compte n°100 5154 6 050 64, IBAN : FR76 1130 6000 1010 0515 4605 064, BIC Code : AGRIFRPP813 All bank charges have to be paid by the student. | |
| CANCELLATION AND CHANGE FEES | Cancellation fees will be charged as follows: In case of cancellation:
For repeated changes of an enrolment once confirmed, a fee of 50€ will be charged. | |
| INSURANCE | We strongly recommend that our students insure themselves against civil liability, illness, accident, loss of luggage, money, valuables, cancellation or interruption of course for personal or health reasons. IS Aix-en-Provence does not reimburse any course that has started | |
| PUBLIC HOLIDAYS | 01 Jan. (Sun.) 10 Apr. (Mon.) 01 May (Mon.) 08 May (Mon.) 18 May (Thu.) 29 May (Mon.) 14 Jul. (Fri.) 15 Aug. (Tues.) 01 Nov. (Thurs.) 11 Nov. (Sat.) 25 Dec. (Mon.) | |
| MINIMUM AGE | Missed lessons from public holidays are moved to afternoons of other days during the same week. | |
| LEGAL INFORMATION | 18 years old (exceptions are possible on request if the student is accompanied by an adult or in closed group with a group leader) | |
| COPYRIGHT | Unless otherwise informed by the student upon enrolment, IS Aix-en-Provence may take photographs and/or videos of students and use them for any and all purposes in print or online media for communication and marketing purposes (brochures, website, social media, partners etc.) | |
| GDPR | I accept that IS Aix-en-Provence keeps my data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation. | |