French Level 1 (A0) is a complete beginner course for students who have never studied the language before. If you already have some basic knowledge of French, we recommend taking our placement test or contacting the Foreign Language Department, as a more suitable course may be available for you.   

Our classes take place at our school in Covent Garden with qualified, experienced teachers.   

Classes at IH London are dynamic and interactive as the emphasis is on spoken communication. Lessons are primarily taught in French and include interactive activities like group work and role-plays to boost confidence and fluency. Our courses help you use French in everyday situations, while building core skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. 

 After Level 1, continue your learning with Level 2 and beyond. Progression is based on your class participation and self-study—there are no formal tests. To help you better understand our level system, check our level chart. 

What’s included in your course? 

• Lesson summaries, notes & resources 

• French study tips 

• Additional study resources 

• Support from experienced teachers 

• Exclusive workshops and events to IH London students 

By the end of your course, you should be able to: 

• Introduce yourself and others and exchange basic personal information 

• Ask and answer simple questions about nationality, language, and contact details 

• Express likes and dislikes and engage in basic social interactions 

• Use the present tense of être and avoir, and apply simple grammar structures (articles, pronouns, negation) 

• Understand and use numbers, dates, and vocabulary related to family and personal interests 

• Recognise and use formal and informal language appropriately in everyday situations 

• Gain cultural awareness of naming customs and social conventions in French-speaking contexts 

Materials 

Required Coursebook: 
Mon Alter Ego 1 – Livre de l’élève A1 – Celine Himber, Catherine Hugot & Monique Waendendries 

Publisher – Hachette  

ISBN 978-2017153139 

Unit 1 

Please note we might not cover all activities during the course. You can buy your coursebook via our website with a link shared with you in your welcome email. 

French Level 1 (A0) is a complete beginner course for students who have never studied the language before. If you already have some basic knowledge of French, we recommend taking our placement test or contacting the Foreign Language Department, as a more suitable course may be available for you.   

Our classes take place at our school in Covent Garden with qualified, experienced teachers.   

Classes at IH London are dynamic and interactive as the emphasis is on spoken communication. Lessons are primarily taught in French and include interactive activities like group work and role-plays to boost confidence and fluency. Our courses help you use French in everyday situations, while building core skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. 

 After Level 1, continue your learning with Level 2 and beyond. Progression is based on your class participation and self-study—there are no formal tests. To help you better understand our level system, check our level chart. 

What’s included in your course? 

• Lesson summaries, notes & resources 

• French study tips 

• Additional study resources 

• Support from experienced teachers 

• Exclusive workshops and events to IH London students 

By the end of your course, you should be able to: 

• Introduce yourself and others and exchange basic personal information 

• Ask and answer simple questions about nationality, language, and contact details 

• Express likes and dislikes and engage in basic social interactions 

• Use the present tense of être and avoir, and apply simple grammar structures (articles, pronouns, negation) 

• Understand and use numbers, dates, and vocabulary related to family and personal interests 

• Recognise and use formal and informal language appropriately in everyday situations 

• Gain cultural awareness of naming customs and social conventions in French-speaking contexts 

Materials 

Required Coursebook: 
Mon Alter Ego 1 – Livre de l’élève A1 – Celine Himber, Catherine Hugot & Monique Waendendries 

Publisher – Hachette  

ISBN 978-2017153139 

Unit 1 

Please note we might not cover all activities during the course. You can buy your coursebook via our website with a link shared with you in your welcome email. 

French Level 1 (A0) is a complete beginner course for students who have never studied the language before. If you already have some basic knowledge of French, we recommend taking our placement test or contacting the Foreign Language Department, as a more suitable course may be available for you.   

Our classes take place at our school in Covent Garden with qualified, experienced teachers.   

Classes at IH London are dynamic and interactive as the emphasis is on spoken communication. Lessons are primarily taught in French and include interactive activities like group work and role-plays to boost confidence and fluency. Our courses help you use French in everyday situations, while building core skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. 

After Level 1, continue your learning with Level 2 and beyond. Progression is based on your class participation and self-study—there are no formal tests. To help you better understand our level system, check our level chart. 

What’s included in your course? 

• Lesson summaries, notes & resources 

• French study tips 

• Additional study resources 

• Support from experienced teachers 

• Exclusive workshops and events to IH London students 

By the end of your course, you should be able to: 

• Introduce yourself and others and exchange basic personal information 

• Ask and answer simple questions about nationality, language, and contact details 

• Express likes and dislikes and engage in basic social interactions 

• Use the present tense of être and avoir, and apply simple grammar structures (articles, pronouns, negation) 

• Understand and use numbers, dates, and vocabulary related to family and personal interests 

• Recognise and use formal and informal language appropriately in everyday situations 

• Gain cultural awareness of naming customs and social conventions in French-speaking contexts 

Materials 

Required Coursebook: 
Mon Alter Ego 1 – Livre de l’élève A1 – Celine Himber, Catherine Hugot & Monique Waendendries 

Publisher – Hachette  

ISBN 978-2017153139 

Unit 1 

Please note we might not cover all activities during the course. You can buy your coursebook via our website with a link shared with you in your welcome email. 

French Level 1 (A0) is a complete beginner course for students who have never studied the language before. If you already have some basic knowledge of French, we recommend taking our placement test or contacting the Foreign Language Department, as a more suitable course may be available for you.   

Our classes take place at our school in Covent Garden with qualified, experienced teachers.   

Classes at IH London are dynamic and interactive as the emphasis is on spoken communication. Lessons are primarily taught in French and include interactive activities like group work and role-plays to boost confidence and fluency. Our courses help you use French in everyday situations, while building core skills: listening, speaking, reading, and writing. 

 After Level 1, continue your learning with Level 2 and beyond. Progression is based on your class participation and self-study—there are no formal tests. To help you better understand our level system, check our level chart. 

What’s included in your course? 

• Lesson summaries, notes & resources 

• French study tips 

• Additional study resources 

• Support from experienced teachers 

• Exclusive workshops and events to IH London students 

By the end of your course, you should be able to: 

• Introduce yourself and others and exchange basic personal information 

• Ask and answer simple questions about nationality, language, and contact details 

• Express likes and dislikes and engage in basic social interactions 

• Use the present tense of être and avoir, and apply simple grammar structures (articles, pronouns, negation) 

• Understand and use numbers, dates, and vocabulary related to family and personal interests 

• Recognise and use formal and informal language appropriately in everyday situations 

• Gain cultural awareness of naming customs and social conventions in French-speaking contexts 

Materials 

Required Coursebook: 
Mon Alter Ego 1 – Livre de l’élève A1 – Celine Himber, Catherine Hugot & Monique Waendendries 

Publisher – Hachette  

ISBN 978-2017153139 

Unit 1 

Please note we might not cover all activities during the course. You can buy your coursebook via our website with a link shared with you in your welcome email. 

Our Pre-Holiday 2-Day Intensive course is an ideal introduction to the French language and culture for holiday makers and short business trips. The course is designed for complete beginner students who have never studied the language before.

Our French language classes take place at our school in Covent Garden with a qualified, experienced teacher and fellow students. Evening language classes at IH London are dynamic and interactive as the emphasis is on spoken communication, which is achieved through lots of group work and role-plays. At the same time, there is systematic work on grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation, so that you can improve on all aspects of the language. Your teacher speaks in the target language throughout, so that you can refine your comprehension and listening skills.

Course Content

During the course you will learn how to:

• Socialise and make casual conversation with the locals
• Order food and drinks at bars and restaurants
• Ask for tourist information and arrange a day trip or activity
• Ask for advice at the pharmacy
• Speak at the hotel reception and make a complaint
• Speak to store assistants and cashiers

Why not try out a sample beginners French lesson before signing up to a full course? These one-off sessions are aimed at students who have never studied the French language before. 

Our French language classes take place at our school in Covent Garden with a qualified, experienced teacher and fellow students. Evening language classes at IH London are dynamic and interactive as the emphasis is on spoken communication, which is achieved through lots of group work and role-plays. At the same time, there is systematic work on grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation, so that you can improve on all aspects of the language. Your teacher speaks in the target language throughout, so that you can refine your comprehension and listening skills.

Sample Lesson Plan

• Greeting people
• Introducing yourself and someone else
• Asking and giving personal details (name, nationalities, profession, age, phone number, date of birth)