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French Courses in Hyeres, France

This town is ideal to learn French in France: with its 56 000 inhabitants, it is big enough to provide all the services and entertainments you would expect, yet small enough to have a soul and enable you to know all the best places and to meet local people and enjoy local culture.

Hyères has a heart and a history dating back to the XII century, of which the old town bears witness, with its picturesque winding streets, small shops and traditional markets. Now Hyères has, of course, developed and grown, but always harmoniously: interesting shopping precincts, affluent residential areas, parks and flower gardens are everywhere. A theatre, an auditorium seating 3000, a gambling Casino, cinemas, discotheques, restaurants etc.... are all to be found in the lively town centre.

Hyères also has something else to offer, 20 kilometers of sandy pollution - free beaches basking in the sun on both sides of a peninsula, and you can always find a sheltered beach for swimming and sun - bathing or alternatively a beach "in the wind" to practice windsurfing, perfect for relaxing during or after your French language course.

Also Hyères boasts one of the biggest pleasure ports in the South of France. You can walk along its many quays, admiring the superb yachts and cabin - cruisers, and spend memorable evenings at the Marina, sitting on the terrace of one of the many coffee - bars or restaurants.

There are 3 privileged sites known as the " Golden Islands " just a few miles off our coast, each having its own particular charm:

Port - Cros is a protected National Park and its sea bed is worth an unforgettable underwater visit.

Le Levant is a paradise for naturists, one of the first to exist and the most famous in France.

Porquerolles, the nearest, only 15 minutes by boat, offers magnificent white sandy beaches, a typical fishing port, wild coves, and beautiful long walks meandering through the pine - woods.

Sports

Nearly all sports can be practiced in Hyères, and all year round, due to the exceptional climatic conditions. All water sports (Hyères has become the meeting point of top - class windsurfers from all over the world), tennis, horse riding, golf, cycling and jogging, team sports, gym based activities, and of course la pétanque, the typical Provincial boule game, which one plays with friends on any type of ground and on any occasion, are all available in a range of scenic settings.

French Courses in Hyeres, France - Fees

Accommodation Fees

Our French Language School in Hyeres, France

Our French language school in Hyeres, France was established in 1975, new premises built in 1989. Our School in Hyeres has 12 bright and spacious classrooms equipped with overhead projectors and tape - recorders. We also have 3 video rooms and a language laboratory which students can use for free during the afternoon. Books and cassettes are free to loan from our library.

At our French Language School in Hyeres, France we have purpose - built air - conditioned premises in expansive grounds with large private car - park.

There is an attractive Mediterranean garden, including olive - trees, mimosas and palm trees, and a large terrace with tables, chairs and sun - shades where students can chat, work and have lunch.

A self - service restaurant open for drinks or lunch at very reasonable prices with a range of food freshly prepared in our kitchens. An "internet corner" where students can use the school's computers or connect their own laptops (wi - fi or ethernet connections) - is available free of charge. Other things include a Boule ground, 3 table - tennis tables and social games (backgammon, scrabble etc)

Our School here n Hyeres offers you the possibility to buy a bicycle on your first school day and to sell it back on your last school day.

Buying price: 140 or 90 euros depending on the bicycle you will choose.

Re - selling price: 125 or 75 euros for a 1 - week stay, 110 or 60 euros for a 2 - week stay, 95 or 45 euros for a 3 - week stay, 80 or 30 euros for a stay of 4 weeks or more.

Our French Courses in Hyeres, France

Standard Group French courses

22 hours per week (8.30 to 12.30 + afternoon options twice a week 13.30 to 14.30)

Combined French courses

20 hours per week general intensive course in the morning, plus 10 hours per week Individual course in the afternoon (13.30 to 15.30)

Individual French courses

20 hours per week private tuition

30 hours per week private tuition

French Language Diploma

All students on our French course in Hyeres, France, receive a certificate indicating the dates of the training, the number of hours of tuition and the level achieved based on the standards of the Common Reference Language Framework set by the Council of Europe.

The school is a recognized test centre for the TEF, "Test d'Evaluation de Français" of the Paris Chamber of Commerce and Industry. TEF has become a reference in terms of education and certification.

The School has received CSN accreditation from the Swedish authorities.

The school is recognized by the Hamburg authorities (Germany) to deliver Bildungsurlaub certificates.

Lessons are held Monday to Friday except on French national holidays.

There is an average 8 students per class, a maximum of 12.

We offer 6 to 10 different levels, from elementary to advanced level.

We do not have a class for complete beginners. If you have absolutely no knowledge of French, you can take an individual course before joining our elementary class.

An oral and written evaluation is given on your arrival in order to test your skills and place you in the right class. Our serious and well - structured programs will enable you to develop all 4 skills of: reading, writing, listening and speaking. Your motivation and curiosity are stimulated by the use of a wide range of different exercises on grammar structures, video films, discussions, vocabulary, newspaper articles, French songs, role - plays etc.

We offer a large variety of themes for the afternoon options: political and social life in France, French literature, French regions, French history, French cuisine, French wines, slang and colloquial French etc.

The Standard group and combined French courses can also prepare for the DELF - 1st degree examinations: students can take the DELF tests in a DELF exam centre in our area if the dates allow for it, or alternatively take them in their own country (Cultural Services of their French Embassy will advise them of the dates). Intensive - plus courses are meant for those who do not have a lot of time or who have a particular need (i.e. for an exam or a new job) or who want to insist on a particular skill.

Prices include: enrolment, tuition, use of learning facilities, use of books and teaching material, attendance certificate, use of social amenities.

French Courses in Hyeres, France - Accommodation

Home Stay

Our French language school in Hyeres, France is reputed to have the best home stays in France. If you choose this type of accommodation, you can be sure you will complete a full immersion in French life, you will savor the various dishes which have made French cooking so reputable, and share your experiences and ideas.

You will be met by your hosts at Toulon - Hyères airport or Toulon railway station, have breakfast and evening meal with them 7 days per week, have access to the bathroom at all times, have your washing done for you and be free to come and go as you wish. You will certainly appreciate the warmth of Provincial hospitality.

Arrival is on the Saturday or Sunday - Departure on the Saturday.

Cost per week (including half - board): single room 200 euros, shared room 180 euros.

Studio

For those who want to live alone and cook for themselves, we have selected a number of furnished studios and apartments for rent. Some are in houses, others in blocks of flats, in the town centre or on the outskirts.

Prices range from 180 to 500 euros per week, depending on the season, the number of rooms etc... The prices quoted are for the whole flat, not per person.

Arrival is on the Saturday or Sunday - Departure on the Saturday.

Hotel

Hotel prices are very reasonable in Hyères and we will be pleased to help you choose the right hotel according to your needs, likes, and dislikes (walking distance, parking facilities, traditional or modern).

Prices start from 40 euros per night for a room with shower, wc and television.

Please note: All prices are quoted in Euros. For the equivalent in your currency, please visit www.xe.com/ucc.