French Level 18 | Evenings
Intermediate French (B1) classes combine spoken communication, group work and structured grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation practice.
What Intermediate (B1) French means
At B1 French, learners can deal with most everyday situations and explain experiences, opinions and plans in connected language.
Express an opinion
Je pense que le télétravail est utile, même s’il peut parfois être assez isolant.
I think working from home is useful, although it can sometimes be quite isolating.
Explain a plan
Je veux améliorer mon français afin de pouvoir travailler à l’étranger l’année prochaine.
I want to improve my French so I can work abroad next year.
Tell a short story
Nous allions à la plage quand il s’est mis à pleuvoir, alors nous avons changé de programme.
We were heading to the beach when it started raining, so we changed our plans.
These are general examples of language use at this level, not a description of any individual course syllabus.
About this course
The course develops French through discussions, role-plays and other spoken activities, with the teacher using French throughout lessons to strengthen comprehension and listening. Learners work on grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation alongside topics including language learning, cultural identity, food, recipes and Francophone culture. Activities also cover expressing opinions, giving advice, discussing desire and will, and using negation. Cultural material includes Francophone festivals, French cinema and literature.
What you'll learn
- Discuss language learning, cultural identity and cultural diversity in French.
- Describe food and recipes using relevant vocabulary.
- Express opinions, arguments and advice in spoken French.
- Use French structures for negation, desire and will.
- Improve comprehension and listening through sustained use of French in class.
Is this course right for you?
This course is intended for Intermediate (B1) learners who have already completed substantial French study. Previous study equivalent to French Level 17 or at least 204 class hours is required, and participation includes spoken group work and role-plays.
- Requires prior study equivalent to French Level 17 or 204 class hours.
- Includes regular spoken interaction with other learners.
Before you go
- A coursebook based on Edito B1, Unit 4, is required. It should be purchased after the first lesson and is available from reception on the day of the second lesson.
- Online access is provided for lesson summaries, notes and other resources.
Where this course runs
- Selected class
Haycraft House, 16 Stukeley Street, London WC2B 5LQ
16 Stukeley Street, London WC2B 5LQ
Nearest station: Holborn
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Wed 11 Nov 2026
18:30 – 20:30 • 6 weeks
£212
Haycraft House, Holborn
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11 Nov 2026 Wednesdays | 18:30 - 20:30 | Short course6 weeks | FrenchTeacher | Haycraft House16 Stukeley Street, London WC2B 5LQ | £212.00 | Book now |
11 Jan 2027 Mondays | 18:30 - 20:30 | Short course6 weeks | FrenchTeacher | Haycraft House16 Stukeley Street, London WC2B 5LQ | £212.00 | |
23 Feb 2027 Tuesdays | 18:30 - 20:30 | Short course6 weeks | FrenchTeacher | Haycraft House16 Stukeley Street, London WC2B 5LQ | £212.00 | |
14 Apr 2027 Wednesdays | 18:30 - 20:30 | Short course6 weeks | FrenchTeacher | Haycraft House16 Stukeley Street, London WC2B 5LQ | £212.00 | |
27 May 2027 Thursdays | 18:30 - 20:30 | Short course6 weeks | FrenchTeacher | Haycraft House16 Stukeley Street, London WC2B 5LQ | £212.00 | |
5 Jul 2027 Mondays | 18:30 - 20:30 | Short course6 weeks | FrenchTeacher | Haycraft House16 Stukeley Street, London WC2B 5LQ | £212.00 | |
17 Aug 2027 Tuesdays | 18:30 - 20:30 | Short course6 weeks | FrenchTeacher | Haycraft House16 Stukeley Street, London WC2B 5LQ | £212.00 | |
29 Sept 2027 Wednesdays | 18:30 - 20:30 | Short course6 weeks | FrenchTeacher | Haycraft House16 Stukeley Street, London WC2B 5LQ | £212.00 | |
11 Nov 2027 Thursdays | 18:30 - 20:30 | Short course6 weeks | FrenchTeacher | Haycraft House16 Stukeley Street, London WC2B 5LQ | £212.00 |
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