French Beginners 1 in East Dulwich Tuesday Evening
Beginner French course covering essential phrases, everyday conversations, shopping and numbers up to 100.
What Beginner (A1) French means
At A1 French, learners are beginning to use familiar words and simple sentences in predictable everyday situations.
Introduce yourself
Je m’appelle Léa. J’habite à Londres et je travaille dans un café.
My name is Léa. I live in London and I work in a café.
Order in a café
Je voudrais un café et un croissant, s’il vous plaît.
I would like a coffee and a croissant, please.
Ask for directions
Excusez-moi, où est la gare ?
Excuse me, where is the station?
These are general examples of language use at this level, not a description of any individual course syllabus.
About this course
The course introduces foundational French through greetings, introductions and short exchanges connected to everyday life. Topics include family, work, nationality and possessions, with practice extending to buying food and asking for information about shop opening times. It also covers numbers up to 100, giving learners a basis for simple spoken interactions in familiar situations.
What you'll learn
- Use basic French greetings and introductions
- Hold simple conversations about family, work, nationality and possessions
- Buy food in a shop and ask about opening times
- Use French numbers up to 100
Is this course right for you?
This course is explicitly intended for real beginners, including learners who feel apprehensive about starting French. The Beginner (A1) label indicates an introductory level, with participation centred on practising basic language and short conversations about everyday life.
- Suitable for learners starting French from the basics
- Includes speaking practice based on personal, everyday topics
Before you go
- A physical workbook and revision cards are included.
- Access to a Virtual Learning Environment is included.
Where this course runs
Language for Fun
Small-group French, Spanish and Italian classes for adults
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1 class
Selected date
Tue 12 Jan 2027
18:00 – 19:00 • 10 weeks
£190
Oru at Trinco, East Dulwich
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