Learn French in Toulouse
Learn French in Toulouse and discover irresistible cuisine, a lively atmosphere and an authentically French culture!
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What makes Toulouse a good location for a language course?
Toulouse, often called La Ville Rose (The Pink City) offers a perfect contrast of old and new. A stroll around the beautiful historic centre gives a glimpse into life as it would have been centuries ago, but take a short trip outside the city and you can learn how Toulouse became an important location for Europe’s aeronautical and space industries by visiting Aeroscopia (which exhibits commercial airliners, including two Concordes) to the north-west of the centre, or Cité de l’Espace (space centre) to the east.
Any visitor to Toulouse is likely to spend time at Place du Capitole, the city’s main square and home of the neoclassical Capitole building (town hall). This bustling landmark is a popular meeting point for locals and tourists alike, with colourful stalls, chic pavement cafes and regular cultural events ensuring there is always something to see and do here. During the week it is free to enter the Capitole building, which boasts ornate décor and an impressive display of large Impressionist paintings by Henri Martin. Our French language school is just 600 metres away from the square, making a post-class visit very convenient!
Another popular hot-spot in Toulouse located within easy walking distance of the school is Marché Victor Hugo, the country’s oldest covered market. The many stalls are laden with locally produced, seasonal foodstuffs and a trip here provides an ideal opportunity to put your French language skills into practise and indulge in some delicious food - win win! A trip before class is recommended though as most stallholders will have packed up for the day by 13:30!
If you indulge a little too much, a walk by the water is sure to help get you ready for your next delicious meal, and in Toulouse the visitor is spoiled by the choice of a meander on the banks of the Garonne River, or a stroll along the Canal du Midi, a 17th-century feat of engineering that was constructed during the reign of Louis XIV to link the Mediterranean with the Atlantic. If walking or cycling feels a little too strenuous, perhaps take in these scenic waterways on a boat tour instead.
Toulouse is a vibrant city and the fact that it is regularly ranked as the best student city in France is testament to this. The metropolis has a student population of around 120,000, ensuring a lively nightlife scene. Toulouse is also a UNESCO-listed ‘city of music’ and is home many music venues, including Théâtre du Capitole for classical genres, and Le Saint des Seins for more contemporary gigs. During the summer months the city also plays host to popular music festivals, such as the Rose festival which celebrates rap and hip-hop, and Rio Loco, a world-renowned Mediterranean music event.
Our school in Toulouse
Our Toulouse school is situated right in the historical centre of the city, close to many major tourist attractions, and amenities such as shops, cafes, boutiques and public transport connections. The banks of the Garonne and Pont Neuf (paradoxically the oldest bridge in Toulouse!) are just a stone’s throw away.
It's position at the intersection of two metro lines and near to the main bus routes mean it is very easy to travel to from any point in the city.
The school building has 10 bright, air-conditioned classrooms that are furnished with modern AV equipment to aid dynamic lessons, a student lounge, and computer room with free Internet access.
The school is also an examination centre for the TCF, DELF and DALF exams, making it a convenient choice for anyone wishing to validate their French studies with an internationally recognised qualification.
Location of our school in Toulouse
Which course should I choose in Toulouse?
Available courses
All courses are taught by experienced, highly-qualified native French teachers, so you’ll be sure to have the best tuition possible!
The Intensive Course offers 20 French classes each week, which is our most popular course and ideal for anyone looking to improve their general French skills. If you would prefer more teaching hours each week, opt for a Super-Intensive of 26 or even 40 lessons per week.
The Super-Intensive course of 26 lessons includes general French lessons, as well as afternoon workshops which provide a more focussed approach on other aspects of language learning, such as oral expression, vocabulary development and grammar knowledge. The Super-Intensive course of 40 lessons per week provides invaluable linguistic immersion for six hours each day (not including breaks). You will be placed into classes at two similar levels - one in the morning and one in the afternoon. The higher level ensures continual progress; the lower level enables students to revise perfect existing skills at a gentler pace.
Students who attend the Intensive course or the Super Intensive course of 26 lessons per week for at least nine weeks will be able to take the EVALANG test free of charge. This French language level test has been developed by France Education International and provides students with an instant assessment of their level according to the Common European Framework.
If you’d like to combine group lessons with individual tuition, take the Combined Course of Intensive + Private Lessons, which gives you four additional private lessons on top of your Intensive group course. Or, you can choose a course of Private Lessons only, to completely customise your French programme!
For more information about any of these French courses, please contact us.
Accommodation options in Toulouse
Available accommodation
Live with the locals whilst you learn French in Toulouse! Host families, carefully chosen by our school, give you a taste of delicious local dishes, plenty of French practice and a glimpse of the French way of life! Accommodation is in single or shared rooms, on a bed and breakfast or half board basis. If you’d prefer to make your own meal arrangements, our school can arrange self-catering accommodation for you, sharing an apartment with French locals. You can also choose an executive host family if you would like your own private bathroom.
If you would like a more independent experience, choose to stay in a studio apartment. All studios are located within 15 minutes of the school by public transport, and are equipped with a bedroom, kitchenette and bathroom.
What activities are available in Toulouse?
Helping you get the most from your time in Toulouse, the school offers a variety of activities and excursions. Discover the region’s rich culinary heritage with cookery lessons and meals out in local restaurants. A typical program also includes guided tours of Toulouse’s historic sights, boat cruises down the Garonne river or Canal du Midi, wine-tasting, sports like ice-skating and football, film-nights and much more!
There are trips to Mediterranean beaches, the Pyrenees and Carcassonne, with its majestic city walls. The school can also help you to get in touch with French students who are learning your native language, giving you both a chance to practice your language skills!
How to get to our school in Toulouse
Private airport transfers from Toulouse are included in the price if you choose to book accommodation with us!
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Toulouse: Student reviews & feedback
Intensive 23 with Host Family
My course was very good. It was at the right level upper part of B2.
Fabulous. A wonderful family. I did not want to leave. Toulouse is lovely.
- J. Goldsmith
Intensive 23 with Host Family
I loved the air-conditioned classrooms, the central location of the school, but most of all our teacher Kevin - thank you for being simply great! I feel confident to teach some French to my school children now!
My accommodation was great - a walking distance from my school, close to the train station, lovely forthcoming host. Perfect
- M. Masarova
Intensive 23 with Studio Apartment
The course was a little too advanced and the speech a little too fast for me, but still very enjoyable as the other students were all at different skill levels as well. Kevin Jamin was very tolerant and helpful. I have told him I want to do the same level course again next year having done some more work.
Excellent. Mme Monjon was helpful and welcoming and the self-contained bedsitter was perfect - and only 10 minutes from the class. I would be very happy to use this accommodation again (next year?)
I'm definitely going to pursue my studies and as my family live a short train ride away - at Toulouse again.
- M. Lonsdale
Intensive 23 with Host Family
The 2 week course was very comprehensive with a focus on grammar and phonetics. The teacher was engaging and interactive. There was also opportunity for extracurricular learning.
The accomodation was appropriate and my hostess friendly. It was within easy walking distance to the school or 15 min via direct bus route.
- C. Lechner
Super Intensive 27 with Studio Apartment
All instructors and staff were wonderful and my primary instructor, Claire, is a very talented instructor - she is amazing and I learned a lot from her. My studio apartment was cute and very well situated close to the school, to the Capitol, and in a very charming part of the city (La Daurade near the Pont Neuf) so it was wonderful. The landlord picked me up at the airport so that was very helpful and she was extremely nice.
- V. Craig
The course was good.
- A. Noordzij
I found the course very helpful and great fun. I met some very interesting people. The accommodation was good. My host family were very friendly and helpful. It was clean and there was plenty of food.
- P. Campbell
The school has a great atmosphere, dedicated and friendly staff, and the course was well structured and offered a great variety of methods. It was a great experience, thanks to the wonderful teachers and the welcoming and helpful reception staff! I lived with a lovely host family, generous, helpful and very nice. My room was spacious, the facilities clean and well maintained. I enjoyed my time with the family!
- A. Ehrenberg
The course was interesting, challenging and rewarding. The accommodation was fine, the owners were very welcoming and helpful.
- T. Adam
The course was great and so were the teachers. Although I was there for only 2 weeks I think I became more confident in terms of speaking than before as I had to use it with the locals. I wish I could have stayed longer. I loved my homestay, the host family was wonderful and the house was beautifully furnished as well. I felt at home and very pleased. Toulouse is a wonderful city!
- E. Sousa
School statistics
Nationality (%)
American / canadian (9)
Asian (18)
Eastern european (20)
English / irish (5)
German / austrian (11)
Italian (2)
Scandinavian (2)
South american / latino american (7)
Spainish (13)
Swiss (4)
Average ages (June - Aug)
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