French Summer Classes is a small, family-run French summer school in Cannes-La-Bocca. We limit our group classes to a maximum of 10 students, allowing our teachers to give students personal attention and plenty of opportunities to speak French.
We welcome children, teenagers, adults and families from around the world for flexible French courses lasting from one to seven weeks.
You can join our 2027 French summer programme for between one and seven weeks, from 14 June to 30 July 2027. New students can join at the beginning of each week during the summer programme.
Complete beginners do not need to take a level test. Students who already have some knowledge of French are assessed at the beginning of their course to help our teachers place them in the most suitable group. For children, the way this assessment is carried out may vary depending on the child’s age and level.
Students sometimes join our courses to strengthen their French before returning to school or to work towards a language examination or school qualification. Depending on the student’s level and objectives, our teachers can help develop skills relevant to exams such as DELF/DALF, GCSE, IGCSE, IB, A-Level, Abitur and other school qualifications.
- Morning classes : 9 am – 12.15 pm
- Intensive classes : 9 am – 12.15 pm & 1.15 pm – 2.45 pm
- Afternoon classes : 1.15 pm – 2.45 pm
Morning courses include 20 lessons of 45 minutes per week. Intensive courses include 30 lessons of 45 minutes per week.
Outside our summer programme, private French lessons and online lessons may also be available. Please contact us to discuss your requirements.
Yes. Private French lessons can be arranged according to the student’s needs, level and objectives. A minimum booking of 5 hours applies, with a minimum lesson duration of 1 hour 30 minutes per session. Private lessons are subject to teacher availability.
Yes. Students receive a certificate of participation at the end of their French course.
Yes. Our school building is fully wheelchair accessible, including the classrooms and restrooms.
Yes. Our indoor classrooms are air-conditioned during the summer. When conditions are suitable, some lessons may also take place outside in the school’s gated outdoor area.
The school does not provide catering. Students staying for afternoon classes can bring a packed lunch and eat at the school during the lunch break from 12:15 pm to 1:15 pm. Younger children staying at school for lunch are supervised by a member of the school team during this time.
Children attending morning classes only should be collected at 12:15 pm by a parent or responsible adult, unless their parents have authorised them to leave independently. Children attending afternoon classes should be collected at 2:45 pm.
Some students may be eligible for funding through their school, university, employer or another organisation. Eligibility and funding conditions depend entirely on the organisation concerned, so students should contact their funding provider directly.
We recommend booking as early as possible, particularly if you require a host family, as accommodation is subject to availability.
For 2027, our Early Bird discount is available for registrations completed by 28 February 2027, subject to the applicable conditions.
Cancellation charges may apply depending on when the cancellation is made. Please read our Registration Conditions for the applicable cancellation and refund rules.
Yes. French Summer Classes will be open on Wednesday 14 July 2027 and classes will take place as usual.
Students should bring a notebook, pens and any personal writing materials they would like to use. Learning materials used during group classes are provided by the school.
For summer in Cannes, we recommend light clothing, a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen, as well as something warmer for cooler evenings.
Students must be at least 16 years old to stay with one of our host families without a parent or responsible adult.
No. Accommodation may be in a single or shared room depending on availability. A single room cannot be guaranteed.
Yes, host families can take allergies and dietary requirements into account when they are communicated to us in advance.
Yes. Host family contact details are provided with the relevant confirmation documents so that students can introduce themselves before arrival.
Transfers can be arranged for students staying with one of our host families, from Nice Côte d’Azur Airport or Cannes train station. Transfers must be booked in advance.
No. French lessons are the main programme. Optional activities and excursions are offered on selected dates during the summer and are separate from the French course. Students can choose between afternoon classes, an optional activity when available, or free time depending on their programme.