French Classes

Learn and experience French language

Become a member

Join the Alliance Française de Bridgetown to belong to an active francophone community and take advantage of exclusive offers all year long. Discover our Membership Offers.

Enrollment Campaign

Registration for our summer camp and workshops for adults is open until June 30th.
All of our regular classes will resume on September 18th.

Classes Information

All or our classes are taught face-to-face or online. 

Learn French all levels 6-week course from may 15th

Discover our French classes for teenagers!

Teenagers, register for our French classes and improve your level of French.

The students can benefit from a learning experience offered by our native speakers with a focus on the French for secondary school students. They will be able to apply what they learn at school, prepare for the CXC and the DELF exams and meet new friends.

When? Tuesdays and Thursdays 4:30-5:30 pm starting September the 26th

Where ? In our center Alliance Française de Bridgetown on UWI campus or online

Secure a spot in our class by completing the pre-registration form: https://tr.ee/jiYN6HN3Ny

Pros

  • Certified native French teachers
  • Focus on CXC and DELF
  • Face-to-face or online

Fees

  • 9 weeks session
  • Costs only $300 BDS
  • If it is your first time taking classes with us there is a one-time registration fee of $25 BDS.

Back to school countdown!

Did you know that learning a foreign language as a child enhances cognitive, academic and cultural development, providing lifelong benefits? 

At Alliance Française of Bridgetown, we offer an exclusive after school programme in French so your little ones can approach and enjoy the language through many activities such as crafts, songs, games, reading… all led by native French teachers!

When? Every Monday & Wednesday from 4:30 to 5:30pm starting September 25th

Where? In our center Alliance Française de Bridgetown, located on UWI campus

Don’t hesitate and book your child’s spot by clicking on this link: https://tr.ee/37Hur2BU3E

 

Pros

  • Certified native French teachers specialized in teaching kids
  • Fun and educational activities
  • Face-to-face

 

 

Fees

  • 9 weeks session
  • Cost only $300 BDS
  • If it is your first time taking classes with us there is a one-time registration fee of $25 BDS

 

Learn French all levels 6-week course from may 15th

Our French group classes are back!

September is back and so are we, fall for a French adventure with us at Alliance Française of Bridgetown!

Join our exciting group classes starting September 18th, whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to improve your knowledge of the language, our native French teachers got you covered.

Lessons are online or face-to-face according to your needs, from 6pm to 8pm. We also offer complete a beginner course so if you always thought about trying French one day, it’s time! Spots are limited.

If you are interesting in joining us, check this link: https://linktr.ee/afbridgetown or contact us directly on the website, by email at @info@bridgetown.org or just call us!

À la prochaine !

Pros

  • Certified native French teachers
  • Adapted to your level
  • Face-to-face or online

Fees

  • 6 weeks session costs $360BDS
  • If it is your first time taking classes with us there is a one-time registration fee of $25 BDS.
Private classes

Private Lessons

Our private lessons are the perfect way to truly maximize your French learning. The hour-long one-on-one classes with one of our native French speaking teachers are completely tailored to fit your needs.

From A1 to C2 levels

Pros

  • Certified native French teachers
  • Tailor-made program
  • Online or Face-to-face

 

 

Fees

  • ONLINE
    $65 BDS / hour
    $600 BDS
    for 10 hours Package
    IN PERSON
    $75 BDS / hour
    $700 BDS
    for 10 hours Package

Certifiying French exam preparation

DELF exam preparation classes

If you want to improve your skills in a particular linguistic field in a professional perspective, together we can establish a needs analysis to set up a training program and schedule helping you achieve your specific goals.

From A1 to C2 levels

Pros

  • Fully customized offer
  • Tailor-made to the precise needs of your linguistic situation and workfield

Fees

On demand

Business Classes

This course is specifically designed for companies and professional organizations wishing to train their staff in the French language. Together we can establish a needs analysis to set up a training program and schedule helping you achieve your specific goals.

From A1 to C2 levels

Pros

  • Fully customized offer
  • Tailor-made to the precise needs of your linguistic situation and workfield

Fees

$100 Bds/Hour

Conversation Classes

Our courses enable our students to develop linguistic, socio-cultural and rapidly applicable skills through language activities defined by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.

From A1 to B1 levels
A1+/ A2 levels on Tuesdays
(5 to 6pm)
B1/+ levels on Thurdays
(6 to 7pm)

Pros

  • Free for our members and students
  • Smart educational material
  • Communication based activities

Free for members

Language Level Test

Do you want to test your language level before signing up for a course?

Starting a training, sitting an exam or applying for a job?  We have the test which meets your needs!

Oral test on Zoom (10 minutes max)

  • On the assigned date and time, follow the Zoom link given to you to test your speaking skills. Make sure you connect yourself at least 5 minutes before your test in order to check your speaker and mic.
  • No specific preparation is required. The test will be live with a French teacher. Don’t be stressed!

To organize your placement test, please contact: info@afbridgetown.org

FAQ

My registration

How do I apply for admission as a student?

There is no prerequisite condition to study at the Alliance Française of Barbados. All levels are welcome, from beginners to intermediate and advanced students.

How can I pay?

Two options:

  • At the reception desk during working hours with cheque or by cash or by wire transfer.
  • For more information, please contact us at 2333234 or at info@afbridgetown.org .
What are the deadlines for registration or pre-registration?
No deadlines! You can join a class any time. If you want to enjoy the full term, do not miss the registration periods.

Courses

When can I start classes?
Our classes start every six weeks. Follow us if you do not want to miss the next opening!
How many students are there per class?
Classes take place with a minimum of 4 students. There is an average of 5 students per class.
Which teaching method is used?

All our teachers use a communication based approach in their classes. We have one textbook corresponding to each level. Teachers also use all kinds of teaching facilities (audio, videos, etc).
You may enquire at the secretariat or at info@afbridgetown.org if you wish to purchase the textbook or the online version of it. This one can last up to one year.

If you didn’t find any answers to your question in this FAQ,
please contact info@afbridgetown.org