Learn French

Discover the pleasure of learning with our team of native and qualified teachers. We offer a wide range of classes to accommodate the level and needs of each learner.

Our teachers benefit from the expertise of the Alliance Française for the most effective methods of French language instruction. Our virtual class sizes are small (max 8 students) providing more opportunities for you to communicate in French, creating a lively classroom atmosphere.

Please note that during the Center’s renovation, the best way to reach the Education Department is via email at: education@frenchculturalcenter.org. You can also reach of Administrator at 617.912.0415, Monday through Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm. Merci!

To help you plan better, please find the schedule for the upcoming sessions. Registration usually opens about one month prior to the first day of classes.

Upcoming Session Dates
Spring 2021
Kids and Teens: April 3 – June 12 | Adults: April 3 – June 18

Summer 2021
Kids: June 21 – August 27 | Adults: June 21 – September 3

Fall 2021
Kids and Teens: September 15 – November 20 | Adults: September 15 – December 6

December 2021 Mini-Session
Adults : December 6 (Monday) – December 18

Our Classes

For Kids & Teens

Learning foreign languages at an early age is a strategic decision and the journey can begin at an early stage. We offer classes for kids and teens ages 2 - 17.

Language Classes for Adults

Master French with our complete curriculum from beginner (A1) to proficient (C1).

Theme Classes for Adults

Looking for ways to refine your french outside of a 10-week core language class? Check out our 5-week thematic classes for adults!

Summer Offerings for Kids and Teens - Now Registering!

See what we have in store for kids and teens this summer!

Placement Tests

New to the Center? Please take a placement test so that we can find the perfect class for your level.

Teacher Resources

Are you a French teacher at the middle or high school level? See what resources we can offer you and your students.

Private Lessons

Learn French at your own pace with our tailor-made classes for all levels.

Frequently Asked Questions

Have a question? Check our Frequently Asked Questions section to see if we've already answered your question.

Education Policies

Registered for a class? Please take a look at our education policies to make sure you and your fellow students have the best possible learning environment.

I’ve been so impressed with our teachers at the end of this past semester. Learning a language calls for lots of talking with native speakers who are gifted at the craft of teaching. The teachers I’ve had at the Center are so good at what they do, and they’ve taken the classroom experience right into Zoom. The Center’s “small class” approach has worked really well for me online.

- D.B.

When the Center had to close in the middle of March, two weeks before my winter session was to end, I was worried I would not be able to keep up with my French. But more than anything, I realized I would miss connecting with my fellow classmates every Tuesday and Thursday. Without missing a beat, the Center supported my teacher to resume our class online.

- Hilary G.

My class adopted very well to the remote instruction via Zoom. Our instructor, Delphine, made a seamless transition to this method of teaching and made it enjoyable for all of us.

- M.C.

J’ai été très impressionné par les derniers cours de la classe Advanced Conversation qui ont été suivis à l’aide de ZOOM. Il était facile de se connecter et l’enseignant et tous les autres étaient également clairement compris en tout temps.En outre, l’enseignant a été en mesure de se regrouper en petits groupes pour les conversations, puis nous rejoindre dans l’ensemble du groupe pour une revue de l’exercice. Je vais poursuivre mes études au Centre Culturel Français en utilisant le programme ZOOM pour profiter de voir les autres et parler ensemble!

B.M.

The Alliance Française Method

We belong to the largest network of French language and cultural centers in the world with over 800 chapters. Our native speaking instructors benefit from the expertise of the Alliance Française for the most effective methods of French language instruction. We hold classes year round at all levels for adults and children including a summer program. There is a class to meet every need and desire!

French Cultural Center

Classes at the French Cultural Center