Adults & Teens


We offer adult classes at several levels, whether you're just starting out or want to refine your conversation skills. Sign up now to learn in a small group situation and from native speakers who will weave cultural information into their lessons. Enjoy a friendly group of people who are learning at the same time as you are, and with whom you can share French culture!

Don't hesitate to take the free language test on our website to determine your starting level and choose the right group!

And don't forget our once-a-month French breakfast, which is another chance to get some practice in.


Level Curricula:

These levels will help you to better understand what you will learn and what you can expect from learning French through Alliance Française.


A1 LEVEL

According to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, 80 to 100 hours of learning are necessary to obtain Level A1.
Examination offered: DELF A1
-  You can understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type.
-  You can introduce him/herself and others, can ask and answer questions about personal details such as where he/she lives, people he/she knows and things he/she has.
-  You can interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly, clearly and is prepared to help.

Self led learning recommendations
We recommend you spend 5-10 minutes of self-led study, which involves:
- Homework
- Reading over the material looked at in class
- Applying concepts seen in class to real-life situations. (e.g. introduce oneself, to spell out names and to be able to give your phone number).

Level A1.1
Units: 0, 1, 2 Recommended home study: 5-10 minutes
What you should know by the end of this level: Learn French basics and greetings
- Master self-introduction: age, occupation
- Prompt others for self-introductions
- Exchange contact information
- Seek and provide directions
- Understand and follow itineraries
- Navigate public transportation, including buses and subway
Main grammar topics:

- Auxiliary verbs: "to be" and "to have"
- Definite and indefinite articles
- Negation
- Present tense
- -er verbs
- Special verbs: être, avoir, aller, prendre, descendre

Level description Can understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type.  Can introduce him/herself and others and can ask and answer questions about personal details such as where he/she lives, people he/she knows and things he/she has.  Can interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly and is prepared to hlep.

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A1

A1.0 Beginner class

Standard Class
This class is suitable for absolute beginners or students having very basic French knowledge. NEW SESSION starting this term.
Pace: Hour and a half
ORDER THIS COURSE:
AF Hamilton Reid House Suite A4
Thursday   6:30pm ▸ 8pm
17 Jul 2025 ▸ 18 Sep 2025

A1.1 Beginner class

Standard Class
This class is suitable for absolute beginners or students having very basic French knowledge. NEW SESSION starting this term.
Pace: Hour and a half
ORDER THIS COURSE:
AF Hamilton Reid House Suite A4
Monday   6:30pm ▸ 8pm
14 Jul 2025 ▸ 15 Sep 2025
A1+

A1+ post beginner class

Standard Class
For people building on the foundations of A1, who have learnt some basic grammar and can manage simple interactions.
Pace: Hour and a half
ORDER THIS COURSE:
AF Hamilton Reid House Suite A4
Tuesday   6:30pm ▸ 8pm
15 Jul 2025 ▸ 16 Sep 2025
A2

A2 Post beginner class

Standard Class
For students who can understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance (e.g: very basic personal and family information, shopping, local geography, employment).
Pace: Hour and a half
ORDER THIS COURSE:
AF Hamilton Reid House Suite A4
Wednesday   6:30pm ▸ 8pm
16 Jul 2025 ▸ 17 Sep 2025
Beginners Conversation

Beginners Conversation

Conversation Class
For people who have basic knowledge of French and want to practice their spoken French. This course will focus on oral expression, pronunciation and reading. To follow this course, you will need to have validated at least the A1 course (2 terms).
Pace: 1 hour
ORDER THIS COURSE:
AF Hamilton Reid House Suite A4
Friday   6pm ▸ 7pm
18 Jul 2025 ▸ 19 Sep 2025
B1

B1 Intermediate Class

Standard Class
For students who can already communicate in situations and use simple language to communicate feelings, opinions, plans and experiences.
Pace: Hour and a half
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AF Hamilton Reid House Suite A4
Tuesday   6:30pm ▸ 8pm
15 Jul 2025 ▸ 16 Sep 2025
B2

B2 Post intermediate class

Standard Class

For students who start to communicate easily with native French speakers.


Pace: Hour and a half
ORDER THIS COURSE:
AF Hamilton Reid House Suite A4
Monday   6:30pm ▸ 8pm
14 Jul 2025 ▸ 15 Sep 2025
Advanced Conversation B1+

Advanced Conversation

Conversation Class
For people who can hold a conversation using present, past and future tenses and would like to practice their spoken French.
Pace: Hour and a half
ORDER THIS COURSE:
AF Hamilton Reid House Suite A4
Thursday   6:30pm ▸ 8pm
17 Jul 2025 ▸ 18 Sep 2025


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