French classes and culture

An exclusive program including French classes, excursions and accommodation on the Côte d’Azur!

Learn French and discover French culture and the culinary arts

Do you want to enjoy a unique French learning experience on the Côte d’Azur? Join our gastronomy program.
A perfect blend of work and the sharing of emotions and sensations (taste, smell, local products, etc.), this language stay has been specially designed by the teams at the Centre International d’Antibes. It gives students the opportunity to learn French in the morning before taking part in excursions and exclusive activities 4 afternoons a week with an experienced guide and French teacher, who knows the region inside out.

In addition, participants on this program will be housed in the same residence, thus facilitating interaction and creating a welcoming, international immersive experience.

French classes

20 lessons per week from Monday to Friday

With no more than 12 students per class, improving your understanding and spoken expression will be child’s play.

Program

A unique French language learning experience, combining the structure of French classes and the unmissable discovery of the hidden gems of the region.

A dedicated guide

Participants on the gastronomy and culture program will be accompanied by their own experienced French teacher who will accompany the group on excursions and activities on 4 afternoons.

This dynamic, attentive teacher knows the region inside out and will help students explore in a new way whilst enabling them to take their French practice a step further.

An international experience

To learn French in France with this package, is to opt to enjoy an international experience but also a gastronomic and sensory one, to tickle the taste buds.

It gives you the opportunity to combine work and explore the Côte d’Azur whilst continuously practicing the French language in a fun way during classes and excursions.

Exclusive activities

Four activities a week from Monday to Thursday dedicated to the discovery of local flavors.
On the program: a patisserie workshop, local honey-tasting, a guided tour of the perfumery in Grasse, and much more.

Accommodation

We offer students accommodation in our Aragon residence, a stone's throw from the beaches and center of Juan-les-Pins.

Students are housed in modern, stylishly decorated studios with 14-20m2 in floorspace, with all mod cons (kitchenette, reversible air conditioning) The ideal spot for a vacation in the South of France.

Wi-FI
Laundry
Garden

Why choose the French course and culture in Antibes?

Happiness!

On the first day of the week students will meet their guide and go over the activities for the coming week! Snacks will be on offer on the day and participants will get to know each other in a warm, friendly atmosphere.

The best school in France for learning French

The Centre International d'Antibes is considered the gold standard for learning French in France. Active teaching methods are at the heart of our courses, making it easier for students to learn.

Meet new people!

It's time to enjoy a unique immersive experience in France that is conducive to communicating and meeting new people with the same interests as you, an essential factor in a successful language stay.

Explore the Côte d’Azur

Students can take advantage of their free weekend to explore one of the most beautiful French regions, the Côte d’Azur! The Côte d’Azur owes its current status as a top tourist destination primarily to its warm climate and its 75 miles of beaches.

Useful information

First day at the school:
Students who have completed the assessment test no later than the Wednesday preceding their arrival will be able to start classes straight away on the Monday morning. Everyone else will complete the test at the school on the Monday morning and start classes on the Tuesday morning. The school organises an information meeting and a guided tour of the town.

Course location:
In general, lessons are held at the “Le Château” school. When this school has reached maximum capacity, students take their lessons at the “Le Port” school.

No lessons on public holidays:
1 May

Christmas break:
16 Dec 2023 - 08 Jan 2024

Special arrival dates for complete beginners:
19 March | 07 May | 03 Sept | 01 Oct | 26 Nov

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4 afternoons of activities
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With supervision by a qualified coach.

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20 45-minute lessons
4 afternoons of activities
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20 45-minute lessons
3 afternoons and 1 day of activities
Half-board

This program includes French classes every morning and a guided tour of the south of France in the afternoon. The residence is located a stone's throw from the town-center and beaches.

From €715 a week