This is a new beginner class starting in Term 4 2024.  It is ideal for first time learners of French or as a transition course after completing French for Travellers.Students will learn more specific vocabulary for food and wine, speaking on the telephone, daily life in France and travel.  French grammar points will include: the present tense with ‘avoir’, ‘être’ and regular verbs, indefinite and definite articles, asking questions, telling the time, adjectives, dates and numbers.

This class has a particular focus on listening and speaking.


Required resources:  Vite et bien 1 (2nd edition) an all-inclusive textbook and activity book with audio CD and answer booklet. This textbook will be used for all level 1 classes. (Available for purchase from the AFT.)  

While we endeavour to offer classes in line with the enrolments made, there are a number of restrictions, principally, total enrolment numbers and availability of teachers. All times and venues of classes are subject to confirmation.

Pace: 1.5 hours per week for 8 weeks

Students will learn specific vocabulary related to looking for real estate, getting and giving directions as well as dealing with people in the workplace.  French grammar points will include further understanding of pronouns, adverbs, adjectives and prepositions of place.  This course will also explore life in France and cultural differences.This class has a particular focus on listening, speaking and writing.

Required resources: Vite et bien 1 (2nd edition) an all-inclusive textbook and activity book with audio CD and answer booklet. This textbook will be used for all level 1 classes. (Available for purchase from the AFT.)

While we endeavour to offer classes in line with the enrolments made, there are a number of restrictions, principally, total enrolment numbers and availability of teachers. All times and venues of classes are subject to confirmation.

Pace: 1.5 hours per week for 8 weeks

It is perfect for first time learners or to prepare for a trip overseas.  At the end of the course, students should be able to speak clearly and be understood in basic French in a travel setting.  Students should also be able to demonstrate the skills, language and attitudes required for further study of French.  No prior knowledge of French is required.  Students will learn the very basics of the French language and have the opportunity to put their learning into practice through facilitated conversation.

Required resources:  BBC Talk French 1 textbook/CD set.  Available for purchase from the AFT.  We aim to complete the course at the end of 12 hours of classes, plus additional study at home.

While we endeavour to offer classes in line with the enrolments made, there are a number of restrictions, principally, total enrolment numbers and availability of teachers. All times and venues of classes are subject to confirmation.

Pace: 1.5 hours per week for 8 weeks

This class is a “composite class” of those who have started or completed the elementary levels and those who have been enrolled in the Upper intermediate (B2) level this year. The Intermediate level did not have enough enrolments last term, but we will cater for those who missed out in this combined class as well as continuing to extend those who continued into B2 with Suellen. Suellen will adapt the course in response to the enrolments and she intends to cater better to their needs without being tied to the Cosmopolite Textbook.

Each class will be based on a theme related to French society, cultural practices and politics. Lesson content will be based on material in the textbook as well as external resources. This course aims to further consolidate comprehension and communication skills in more advanced French through discussion, reading and listening activities.

Required resources: Resources will be supplied for each lesson (and there may be a small surcharge to cover resources, rather than a textbook).
Pace: 1.5 hours per week for 8 weeks