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 Online French language classes take place via Zoom with a qualified, experienced teacher. 

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 do you need for an online class? 

To get the most from this course you will need: 

• A reliable internet connection 

• A desktop computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone 

• A web camera on or attached to the device you are using 

• An integrated microphone in the device you are using or an attached headset 

• The day before your course, you will be sent via email all the details you need to connect to the IH London Zoom classroom 

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. 

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. 

Sample Lesson Plan

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