The Alliance Française de Lyon offers two programs focused on language improvement for levels B1, B2, and C1.
What are the goals of the language workshops?
These courses aim for a stronger mastery of the French language in all situations. They focus on:
- Strengthening your written and oral skills useful in daily life
- Improving your grammar, spelling, and vocabulary
- Developing fluent communication in academic, professional, or everyday contexts
- Building confidence in your professional or student life (interviews, meetings, presentations)
- Structuring your ideas and producing clear speech
Who are these courses for?
The Passeport Oral and Written courses at the Alliance Française de Lyon are intended for:
- Adults from abroad wishing to improve their French
- University students who want to consolidate their written and oral foundations
- Employees in companies using French in a professional setting
- Individuals preparing for a French certification (DELF, DALF, TCF)
These programs are suitable for anyone who wants to master French and achieve a professional, academic, or simply more comfortable level in daily life.
How do our improvement workshops work?
Each session is organized simply and effectively:
- Weekly sessions of 2 hours (Monday or Wednesday afternoons)
- Work in small groups to encourage interaction
- Alternating activities: speaking, listening, written exercises, thematic workshops
- Use of audio-visual resources, teaching sheets, texts, and various documents
- Regular assessments to track your progress
At the Alliance Française de Lyon, certified FLE expert teachers use a modern teaching approach: interaction, active participation, precise correction, and individualized support for learners.
What levels are covered in the improvement courses?
The improvement workshops cover the three levels of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR): B1, B2, and C1:
- B1 – threshold level: express yourself with ease and understand more complex texts. Learn more
- B2 – independent level: communicate clearly and elaborate your ideas on various topics. Learn more
- C1 – proficient level: master French with ease and communicate fluently on complex topics. Learn more
Why choose French courses at the Alliance Française de Lyon?
At the Alliance Française de Lyon, learning French is above all a cultural immersion and a human experience. Our teachers are all certified experts (Master’s degree, FLE certified) who use a communicative and action-oriented method. From day one, learners are encouraged to speak and exchange to progress naturally in French.
Courses use the textbooks Défi actuel (A1–A2) and Défi (B1–B2), available in hybrid editions with videos, tutorials, and pronunciation exercises. The Apolearn platform centralizes materials, exercises, and videos for an interactive and comprehensive experience.
Our experienced teachers ensure consistent progress with clear objectives and final tasks for each session. Learners develop skills they can use in their daily and professional lives. They can also prepare diplomas and certifications needed for administrative procedures (nationality applications, studies, documents, etc.).
Learning French in Lyon at our school is much more than taking a course: it is living the language daily, progressing quickly, and discovering the richness of French culture. We also offer assistance with finding accommodation for a quick settlement in Lyon.
By choosing the Alliance Française de Lyon, you join an international community of over 1,200 students each year.
How to register for courses?
- Choose the duration of your course
- Check the available sessions and select your start date
- Go to the cart
- Prepare your supporting documents (ID, school or professional certificate depending on the exam)
- Proceed with the payment
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