French Level 5 | Evenings
Elementary French (A2) classes use predominantly French-language lessons, spoken communication, group work and role-plays for learners continuing their studies.
What Elementary (A2) French means
At A2 French, learners can handle simple routine exchanges and describe familiar aspects of everyday life.
Describe your routine
D’habitude, je vais au travail en métro et je rentre vers six heures.
I usually go to work by Tube and return at around six.
Make a simple plan
Tu veux aller au cinéma samedi après-midi ?
Would you like to go to the cinema on Saturday afternoon?
Talk about the recent past
Hier, j’ai dîné avec des amis, puis nous avons fait une promenade.
Yesterday I had dinner with friends, then we went for a walk.
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 for everyday communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing activities. Lessons are primarily conducted in French and use interactive formats, including group work and role-plays. Topics include work organisation, daily routines, schedules, household chores, mealtimes and everyday rules. Learners also study relevant grammar and vocabulary, including time expressions, pronominal verbs, infinitives, modal verbs and selected irregular verb patterns. Sociocultural material covers routines and living arrangements in France and Francophone countries.
What you'll learn
- Discuss work organisation, daily habits, schedules and household responsibilities in French.
- Use time expressions, prepositions and frequency structures to describe routines and timetables.
- Apply affirmative and negative infinitives with devoir, pouvoir and vouloir.
- Conjugate and use selected verbs, including pronominal verbs and verbs ending in -cer.
- Understand information about work schedules and mealtimes in France and Francophone countries.
Is this course right for you?
This course is intended for learners who are already studying French at Elementary level. Previous study equivalent to French Level 4 or at least 48 class hours is recommended, so it is aimed at learners developing beyond the fundamentals. Lessons involve spoken communication, group activities and role-plays, with most teaching conducted in French.
- Recommended for learners continuing from French Level 4 or equivalent study.
- Suitable for learners prepared to take part in group work and role-plays.
- A placement test is available if the level is uncertain.
Before you go
- A required coursebook is Mon Alter Ego 1, Livre de l’élève A1, Unit 5, published by Hachette, ISBN 978-2017153139.
- Lesson summaries, notes, resources, study tips and additional study resources are included.
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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Thu 12 Nov 2026
18:30 – 20:30 • 6 weeks
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Haycraft House, Holborn
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12 Nov 2026 Thursdays | 18:30 - 20:30 | Short course6 weeks | FrenchTeacher | Haycraft House16 Stukeley Street, London WC2B 5LQ | £212.00 | Book now |
12 Jan 2027 Tuesdays | 18:30 - 20:30 | Short course6 weeks | FrenchTeacher | Haycraft House16 Stukeley Street, London WC2B 5LQ | £212.00 | |
24 Feb 2027 Wednesdays | 18:30 - 20:30 | Short course6 weeks | FrenchTeacher | Haycraft House16 Stukeley Street, London WC2B 5LQ | £212.00 | |
12 Apr 2027 Mondays | 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 | |
6 Jul 2027 Tuesdays | 18:30 - 20:30 | Short course6 weeks | FrenchTeacher | Haycraft House16 Stukeley Street, London WC2B 5LQ | £212.00 | |
16 Aug 2027 Mondays | 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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