My name is Françoise

I am a native French speaker, fluent in English, and I hold a teaching degree from the Sorbonne. For many years, I have combined my love of languages, travel, and cultural exchange through teaching French to students from around the world.

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My teaching journey began in New Orleans, where I taught French to students from many different backgrounds. A few years later, I moved to Indonesia, where I continued teaching while exploring Asia and discovering new cultures. These experiences taught me how important it is to adapt lessons to each student’s needs, personality, and goals.

When I returned to Paris, I worked with several respected language schools, including Institut Catholique, Campus Langues, Cartus, and Élysées Langues. I taught both private students and groups, helping learners of all levels gain confidence in French. Over the years, I developed teaching methods that went beyond traditional classroom learning and focused on practical communication and real-life situations.

This experience inspired me to create Vivre en Français, a program designed for international women living in Paris who wanted to improve their French quickly while feeling more comfortable and independent in their new environment.

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My approach has always been based on learning through experience. Rather than focusing only on grammar exercises, students practice French in everyday situations, meet native speakers, and discover Paris while using the language naturally. This practical immersion helps students gain confidence much faster and makes learning both effective and enjoyable.

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As more students became interested in experiencing French life firsthand, my teaching naturally evolved into welcoming learners into my home through immersion homestay programs. Living with a French host offers a unique opportunity to hear, speak, and understand the language throughout the day while experiencing the culture from the inside.

After many years of teaching, I remain convinced that immersion is one of the most rewarding and effective ways to learn a language. It allows students not only to improve their French but also to gain a deeper understanding of French culture, customs, and daily life.

I would be delighted to welcome you, share my love of Paris and the French language, and help you build the confidence to communicate naturally in French.

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I invite you to read the testimonials from former students and discover how their immersion experience helped them progress while creating lasting memories in Paris.

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