French for holidays
Beginner (A1) French course using role-play, listening and speaking activities for common holiday situations.
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
This course focuses on practical French for travel, including greetings, pronunciation and everyday vocabulary for eating out, shopping, sightseeing, accommodation and simple conversations. Lessons use realistic scenarios to develop spoken communication alongside listening practice and cultural context. Participants practise language through role-play, short exercises and speaking activities, with informal observation and feedback used throughout the course. Homework forms an essential part of the learning.
What you'll learn
- Use French greetings, basic pronunciation and simple travel vocabulary.
- Apply useful phrases in situations such as ordering food, shopping and booking accommodation.
- Take part in simple conversations relevant to travelling and interacting with local people.
- Use listening and speaking skills in role-play and other realistic communication tasks.
Is this course right for you?
The course is intended for learners with basic or elementary French who want to use the language while travelling. Although labelled Beginner (A1), the description refers to existing basic knowledge. Participation includes role-play, listening, speaking practice and homework.
- Homework is described as an essential part of the course.
Before you go
- Learners need a pen and paper, a folder for class handouts, and access to a French dictionary on their phone.
Class teacher
Tchissola Cardoso
Class teacher
Where this course runs
- Selected class
WM College, 44 Crowndale Road, London NW1 1TR
44 Crowndale Road, London NW1 1TR
Nearest station: Camden
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Upcoming classes
1 class
Selected date
Sat 24 Apr 2027
10:30 – 12:30 • 6 weeks
£123
WM College, Camden