Our CLB - 5 program for students
A focused 2-month program for students and professionals looking to build strong foundational French skills at the CLB-5 level without the long-term time commitment.
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A focused 2-month program for students and professionals looking to build strong foundational French skills at the CLB-5 level without the long-term time commitment.
Our CLB-5 course is a 2-month program designed for learners who want to build core French language skills in a short, focused timeframe. It aligns with a B1 level on the CEFR scale, representing intermediate fluency — the ability to manage everyday conversations, understand straightforward texts, and express ideas in familiar contexts.
The course focuses on practical listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills, with an emphasis on real-world usage. It’s ideal for students or professionals looking to become functionally bilingual, lay the groundwork for future studies, or prepare for everyday French in workplace or community settings.
Duration: 2 months
Level: CLB-5 / CEFR B1
Fee: $2,000 (In-person)
$1000 pm for 2 months (Online)
Each cohort is capped at 20 students to allow for consistent feedback and a supportive learning environment.
Focus on foundational grammar, sentence construction, and functional vocabulary for everyday situations. Students begin engaging with short texts and audio clips, practicing comprehension and controlled writing. Early exposure to TEF/TCF task formats builds familiarity with the exam structure and expectations.
Development of intermediate speaking and writing skills, with emphasis on clarity, expression, and structure. Classwork will include argumentation, role-play, and vocabulary expansion. TEF/TCF exams will become more rigorous, with specific focus on practice in managing timing and formatting across all sections.
Learn the building blocks of French grammar, including basic verb forms, sentence structure, and common patterns. Emphasis is on everyday usage and developing confidence with simple constructions.
Build your ability to understand short texts, signs, instructions, and basic written communication. Learn how to recognize key ideas, common vocabulary, and sentence flow in beginner-level materials.
Practice writing clear, simple French sentences. You'll work on introductions, everyday messages, short descriptions, and learn how to avoid common beginner errors.
Train your ear to recognize familiar words and expressions in slow, clear French. Focused on real-life conversations and simple instructions you might hear at work, in class, or in daily life.
Start speaking with structure and clarity in basic conversations. Practice greetings, questions, common responses, and short dialogues that prepare you for daily interactions.
Get comfortable with French sounds and rhythm. We'll help you recognize and practice key sounds that make you easier to understand, even if you're just getting started.
