Our concept is “Immersion in French at all times.” This means that the students have to speak French at all times, during classes, but also during meals, activities. Each student has 32 lessons (45 minutes each) a week & daily workshops. Every weekday, (with the exception of the academic excursion) will consist of 8 x 45 minute lessons:
Lesson 1-4 lessons per day will be devoted to core language training skills – reading, writing, speaking and listening, (including grammar).
Lesson 5&6 will be devoted to workshops which students may choose to study.
Lesson 7 & 8 will be devoted to Hands-On.
During Hands-On, students put into practice what they learned in the morning lessons.
Pro Sport activities are based on weekly sessions (6 hours per week)
For the Pro Sport to take place each activity requires a minimum of 4 participants.
Optional Excursions: sailing at St Cassien, accrobranches Verdon, Monaco, zip-line
Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities
Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.
Average | 7 students |
Maximum | 10 students |
Age range | 10 - 18 years old |
Average | 15 years old |
The school's excellent location and its full immersion programme provide a great opportunity to study French. Our programme concept is “Immersion in French at all times.” Lessons are highly intensive. Each student has 32 lessons (45 minutes each) a week, daily workshops and tutorials. LINES Languages Valbonne has facilities that include a computer room with free internet access, study materials, and a student lounge.
The nationality and age mix at LINES varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 15. In the summer, the average age is 15.
Valbonne teaches students from all over the world, including:
Valbonne does not hold classes on the holiday dates below. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.
LINES Valbonne is located in the beautiful Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur. It is close to some of France's most amazing and cultural cities: Nice, St Tropez, Grasse, Monaco, etc. The school's excellent location means you are never more than a short walk away from breathtaking scenery and beaches.
Student residences are more suitable for an independent student, who is looking for clean, basic accommodation at an economic price. All students must be 10 - 18. Your housing starts on the Sunday before your first day of class and ends on the Saturday after your last day of class, unless otherwise noted. Learn more about student residence accommodation
We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.
Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you. If you wish to receive your paperwork by express mail, you will be charged 100 € when you register.
Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Valbonne based on your budget, schedule and preferences.
Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.
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