French for Beginners - Learn French with Raouia - Beginner Friendly

From 36.62 £ /h

Bonjour!

My name is Raouia, and I’m here to help you improve your French, no matter your age or level.

Although I work as a Medical Doctor, I’ve had a deep love for French literature since childhood, and I truly enjoy sharing that passion through teaching. Whether you're looking for conversation practice, help with grammar, or support with homework, test prep, or book reviews, I’m here to guide you.

I offer flexible hours and tailor my lessons to both children and adults. Most importantly, I aim to make every session enjoyable, practical, and adapted to your goals.

Let’s begin your French journey together, our first conversation could start right now!

⬇️ Courses Offered ⬇️

🥇 Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced French 🎉

🥇 French Culture / Conversation

🥇 Pronunciation / Grammar

🥇 Traveling / Moving to France

🥇 Native Expressions and Slang – Sound French!

🥇 French for Beginners & Travelers

🥇 Medical French for Doctors, Nurses & Healthcare Professionals

🥇 French for School – Kids & Teenagers (experience in Switzerland & German schools tutoring)

🥇 Job Interview Preparation in French

✨ What You’ll Get in My Lessons ✨

✅ Fully Personalized Lessons – Tailored 100% to your goals, level, and interests. No cookie-cutter classes here!

✅ High-Quality Learning Materials – Professionally designed just for you, to keep your progress fast and efficient.

✅ Zero Stress, Just Progress – Relaxed, supportive, and confidence-boosting sessions that make learning fun and easy.

Location

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At student's location :

Around Nyon, Switzerland

Around Geneva, Switzerland

Around Lausanne, Switzerland

Online from Switzerland

About Me

Education

Trained as a Medical Doctor, I have also cultivated a lifelong love for French literature and language. Teaching allows me to combine rigor with creativity, helping students strengthen their communication skills and deepen their appreciation for French culture.

Experience / Qualifications

I have been teaching and tutoring French from the past 5 years. I have had more than 75 students from different countries, ages and backgrounds. I tailor all my lessons according to my students and their needs.

Age

Infants (0-3 years old)

Preschool children (4-6 years old)

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

30 minutes

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Arabic

French

Skills

French

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -05:00)

New York

Online via webcam

At student's home

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08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

Homework Tutoring : Science - Math - Physics - Languages - Reading Comprehension

36.62 £ /h

As a Medical Doctor with a strong academic background and a passion for teaching, I offer personalized homework tutoring in Science, Math, Physics, Languages, and Reading Comprehension.
My approach combines clarity, structure, and encouragement to help students truly understand what they’re learning rather than just memorize it.

Whether your child needs support in mastering school subjects, improving study habits, or gaining confidence in problem-solving and communication, I provide patient, engaging, and tailored lessons to meet their individual needs.

I’ve worked with students of different ages and learning levels, and I adapt my methods to ensure steady progress and genuine understanding in every session.

Anne

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Practice leads to perfection

Unless you learned to speak French when you were a child, it is difficult when you don't speak it fluently to pass for a French speaker. However, this does not prevent you from learning to speak it correctly, because it is well known that a language spoken with a foreign accent is an asset of seduction! Although it may seem complicated, learning a new language is always fun and beneficial, so it is important to practice as much as possible and above all not to give up. Take every opportunity you are given to speak the language and listen to French as soon as possible. And remember: practice leads to perfection!

Elise

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Holder of a Master's degree in Letters and endowed with a solid experience in private lessons, I provide French lessons for students wishing to:
- consolidate their bases in grammar, spelling
- improve their language skills (allophone students)
- improve their speaking skills (conversation classes)
-profect the written expression
- prepare for ECR exams
- prepare for the written examinations at the end of the studies (maturity, certificate of completion)
- help with the writing of works of maturity (or other works of end of studies), of dissertation
- work on argumentative texts
- acquire a method to analyze literary texts
- learn how to perform bibliographic research

The course material is a Google Docs document that I create in which my explanations, possible links, exercises appear. By reading it regularly, progress will be faster. It can also be used in addition to other documents (files printed by school teachers and/or books) and has many advantages: automatic updating, downloadable on tablets and smartphones, simultaneous monitoring of what is writing.

For help with writing:

The objective is above all to acquire effective tools. The student will thus be able to learn to structure his ideas, argue coherently (and convincingly) and enrich his vocabulary. It is essential for me to have written work from the student between each lesson.

For analyzes of oral literary texts:

In order to optimize the time available (and to put ourselves in conditions closest to oral exams), we choose together an extract from a work that the student will have previously prepared before the lesson. This would take around 20 minutes at most, and ideally just a little before the meeting time. If necessary, I have the habit of taking a paragraph at random which would serve as a basis for analyzing a passage.

For the corrections of end of studies work:

so that the meeting with the student is at the most profitable, I ask him to send me his writings before the meeting.

Apart from my presence with the student, any course involves a preparation time before and after the lesson, including the work that I correct. My goal is to design an individualized course, so I take the time to write detailed comments on corrected work or tips to ensure maximum success for everyone.

For example, an editorial correction can easily be the subject of a detailed commentary of 4 typewritten pages.

For adults (FLE):

In order to optimally prepare the first ones, I take the initiative to inform myself in advance of their objectives / expectations. Whether to practice speaking in everyday life, the professional world or to practice oral presentations, I prepare either PPT or technical sheets in advance that I send by mail ( after booking on the website).

The other alternative is to make a PV of the course that I send (or that I print). Giving importance to keeping a written record on the one hand to better memorize the topics covered, on the other hand to better assimilate the spelling.

Of a general nature, a concrete situation that responds to the learner's needs is the starting point. From this situation, I address the essential grammatical points.

Sebastien

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PROFESSOR French / English

Graduated with CELFLE / CELTA diploma, I have teaching experiences with adults also with children.

Whatever the level and situation of the student, I adapt to the needs, wishes, objectives while delivering my own expertise and approach in order to identify possible gaps and focus on points to work as a priority.

Serious, caring, motivated, involved, pedagogue and punctual, I am very involved in the success of each of my students to allow them to progress and am available to answer their questions or those of their parents even outside the hours of course. I offer a personalized pedagogical accompaniment and aims at transmitting effective and proven working methods. I also seek to empower and empower students, to give them the confidence they need, and to be demanding so that they succeed.

I have been teaching for more than 20 years in Geneva(Organizations/Group courses/Preparation for Delf etc..) at all levels and for the past years I have specialized in Survival modules and exam preparation for Fide exam( required for permit B/ C and citizenship) Usually I come to student's home and we have 1 or 2 lessons of 1h30 peer week depending on their needs and focus..As I am teaching between Geneva and Nyon, I am more in favor of meeting the students at their home.
Let me know if I could be of any help and then we could organize a meeting depending on your availabilities

Kind regards / Best regards
Sebastian

Laurie

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The technology to improve your French. Classes with a certified native teacher.

Hello Bonjour!
I am a native French teacher and a graduate in French Philology since 2012. I have 10 years of experience in Belgium and abroad. I offer online classes using a method that I have developed over the years, specifically for online classes.

*My method:*
-During class we focus on speaking. Outside of class, I will send you exercises that I will correct every week (grammar, conjugation, writing...).
-I use a particular technique based on questions/answers to apply the grammar when speaking.
-I use the verbotonal method to correct pronunciation.
-You will also receive access to an application for your Smartphone (to learn the vocabulary).
-Use an interactive whiteboard.
-We will use a shared online notebook to correct your exercises and ask me your questions at any time of the day.

I offer preparation for official exams (DELF, DALF, TCF, EOI, FIDE in Switzerland...). Classes for beginners, intermediate or advanced levels. Preparation of conferences or talks for business people. Job interviews.

The class is a bit different when I work with children or teenagers. I use interactive websites and letters.

If you want a young, organized, dynamic and passionate teacher, call me or write me!

See you soon,
Laurie*

Maty

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AIM ?

Refresher and reinforcement of language level in 5P / Middle cycle of primary school

GOALS?

Deepening of theoretical concepts, training exercises, homework help, help with preparing oral and written exercises (presentation of a book, written assessment), organization/planning of the work required, development of autonomy and a sense of responsibility

CONTENT ?

Reading & written comprehension, written production, oral production, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, conjugation, sentence, text, writing & graphics

TEACHER'S MATERIALS?

posters, application, slate, tutoring book (if necessary), end-of-session questionnaire, weekly attendance sheet, monthly report

TERMS & CONDITIONS? 🖥 / 🏠

in person - at home; online - by videoconference (Zoom, Skype, other)

CLASSROOM AND OFFICE EQUIPMENT? 🪑

At the municipal library or at home: living room, kitchen or bedroom - in a quiet place, with a table, two chairs, a whiteboard, a slate and the student's materials

APPOINTMENT? 🗓

A first meeting is necessary to present the program, get to know each other, gather the material, create a course file and assess the student's gaps, strengths and weaknesses.

INTERVIEW WITH THE PARENT? 🗣 / 📊

1 / The parent will have read the teacher's report which will define the student's needs. The parent will have the opportunity to share their suggestions and other additional information.

2/ At the end of the month, the parent will receive a report to learn about the student's progress and areas for improvement. The parent will be able to share additional information and suggestions to better define the objectives for the following month.

DURATION AND FREQUENCY OF APPOINTMENTS? ⏳

To be agreed upon during the first meeting in person and online via a social network

REMARKS

Contact the teacher to request tutoring or any other questions. She will be happy to answer your questions.

Nicolas

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My name is Nicolas, I am a French teacher and native speaker with 8 years of teaching experience.

My lessons are tailored to each student in order to achieve their personal goals and are adapted to their specific needs.

Practice is prioritised throughout the learning process in order to gain autonomy as quickly as possible. Grammar will also be covered, according to the student's level.

This course is aimed at:
- Beginners (basics, conversation, travel);
- Intermediate/advanced learners (improvement, exam preparation: DELF, DALF, TCF);
- Professionals (business French, interview preparation).

As I am currently in Brazil, I am teaching my classes online. I will be back in Geneva in mid-December for face-to-face classes.

Please do not hesitate to contact me for more information.

I look forward to hearing from you :)

Cami

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➤ Learn French with a successful technique: the main objective is to acquire bases or improve your level in French (written & oral: pronunciation, comprehension, language construction, communication, conjugation, grammar & vocabulary). It is also to understand the cultural specificities of Switzerland & France.

➤ Whether it is for work or leisure, the classes are adjusted to the initial diagnosis and to your needs.

➤ The method focuses on your own goals and:

• are adjusted to your own rhythm, with (funny) oral and writing exercises
• help to improve your everyday/practical skills
• on interactivity: you learn much more quickly with private sessions and you develop listening and vocabulary skills in an effective way
• these classes are customized courses to create an environment adjusted to each person, to meet your individual needs & requirements, and to learn French effectively.

➤ Statistically, you will be able to notice that you have progressed with these private classes, after 2 or 3 classes (based on our 2023 survey).

Rémi

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Do you want to improve your pronunciation of French with a native speaker?
My name is Rémi and I have been a private French teacher for 5 years now.
I teach because I like helping people and having social interaction with people. Classes can be done remotely, at the student's or at my home.
I gave a lot of lessons for foreigners like Americans, English, Italians, Spanish and even Georgians.

If you want more information, contact me directly by message.
With me, your French and your pronunciation will improve!

See you soon,
Rémi

Amélie

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I am a Belgian (Flemish) and French student with a Masters in International Public Law (Amsterdam) and a Masters in Global development (University of Copenhagen). World traveler, I have lived in Thailand, Denmark, Greece, the Netherlands, US, Switzerland and many more countries, where I both dtudies and worked as a legal advisor.

I have been tutoring since 2017, both in person, in schools and online, since 2017, I have been working with around 250 students, located everywhere in the world! Here is an overview of my previous tutoring experience:

2022-Now:
Online tutoring on Apprentus, (approx 12h/week).

2023:
Tutor of Dutch at Varady Language school in Geneva

2021-2022:
I worked at "bijlesthuis," a Dutch tutoring institution, where I primarily taught French, Dutch, and English to adult learners seeking to improve their language skills. During the same period, I also provided classes to other students through Apprentus.

2021:
Through Apprentus and other websites, I assisted several younger students (ages 5-15) in Bern and Geneva, helping them improve their skills in subjects such as Maths and French.

2017-2020:
I worked for three years at a tutoring institution in Geneva called ARA, where I primarily taught French, Mathematics, and English.

During this time, I also spent two years working at a private school called Florimont, where I supported students aged 11-16 across various subjects by assisting them with their homework.

I can teach French, Dutch, and English, Spanish and in German, and I thoroughly enjoy teaching and assisting students in their progress and acquisition of new skills.

As a person, I am flexible, calm, and positive.

I am excited to meet you and look forward to working with you!

Amélie

Laure

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Bonjour !

I am a native French tutor with international experience, offering French lessons for adults and children.
Individuals or small groups.
My French lessons can be designed to prepare beginners to advanced level students for DELF and DALF exams, FIDE test, as well as IB French exams.
I also specialize in teaching business French to professionals.
I have more than 20 years’ experience teaching French in Europe and have had the opportunity to accompany many expatriates in order to best support them in their learning of French.
My teaching method is adapted to each student, you will progress effectively, at your own pace.
If you are interested, do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or want to sign up for lessons.

À bientôt !

Laure

Kevin

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I offer you a new learning experience.

To the uninitiated, a grammar book seems to be written in another language because the meaning of the words is incomprehensible. In a down-to-earth way, I'll translate the grammar into familiar words. With my tailor-made teaching you will accelerate your learning while having a positive mindset.

You can book a complete course with regular sessions or individual lessons to overcome a specific problem, such as pronunciation or a particular point in grammar.

Learning a foreign language is not a linear process that consists of memorising a list of words, and speaking a foreign language is not an oral translation exercise.

There are two types of approaches to acquiring knowledge:

When asked what year follows 1999, you can immediately answer 2000 without having to think for a long time and, above all, without having memorised each number individually, starting with 1, 2, 3 ... You know that numbers are formed according to a certain pattern. With only ten digits, you can form an infinite number of numbers and always know which number comes next.

When it comes to the alphabet, words and sentences, it's more or less the same, but school pedagogy, school textbooks and regular lessons still follow the rote learning approach. In the lessons I propose, you will learn to use patterns because this is more efficient and faster.

Learning is easy, but unlearning bad habits is extremely difficult. This makes it all the more important to learn the right reflexes as early as possible.

My offer is aimed at both teenagers and adults who want to acquire a solid foundation of the Latin language without the time-consuming diversions of absurd school methods.

I offer individual or group lessons for Latin. The methods are based on cognitive science and, in particular, comparative linguistics. My flexible programme can be tailored to your individual needs.

What is particularly important to me:

motivating my students and help them establish a learning rhythm;
encouraging their creativity;
helping them become more familiar with the language;
teaching them the letters and their sounds;
strengthening their memory by training their phonological loop;
teaching sentence building plans instead of memorising sentences;
explaining how language works so that my students can become independent as quickly as possible.

I look forward to meeting you.

Valentine

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As a French-German and trilingual student (French and German as native languages – English CEC C1), I offer tutoring and homework help for students from primary to secondary I and II (approximately 10 to 20 years old).
I provide support in all subjects, although French and languages are my specialty.

Having already completed several years of tutoring, I have a great capacity for adaptation, and above all, we will build the pace of the tutoring together according to your needs. Furthermore, my experience as an older sister has taught me how to create a reassuring and motivating environment for learning and education.

Each session is fully personalized:
• Review and explanation of concepts not understood,
• adapted exercises,
• Preparation for tests, assessments and exams
• homework help,
• Methodological support (work organization, memorization, writing, autonomy).

I place particular importance on a caring approach to help each student progress, strengthen their skills and gain confidence!

Léna

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French lessons – All levels, all audiences

Whether you are a beginner, intermediate, or advanced learner, I offer fully personalized French lessons for children, teenagers, adults, professionals, and students. Each session is tailored to your specific goals.
• grammar and conjugation
• oral and written expression
• reading comprehension
• speaking, conversation
• professional or academic writing

Preparation for DELF, DALF, and TEF exams

I will guide you with a structured and effective method:
• Assessment of your level and progression plan
• Targeted training and corrected exercises
• test simulations
• Methodological advice to gain speed, accuracy and confidence

Goals :
✓ progress quickly and sustainably
✓ mastering both the basics and the subtleties of French
✓ Write and speak with clarity, structure and naturalness
✓ to successfully complete your certification under the best conditions

My pedagogy

Patient, caring and attentive, I always adapt my lessons to your pace and learning style.
We will be working with:
• a variety of media (texts, videos, audios, role-playing scenarios)
• Personalized exercises after each class
• Regular monitoring to measure your progress
• the ability to work on your personal documents (CVs, letters, assignments, files, theses, etc.)

For who ?

• foreign learners (French as a Foreign Language)
• students from primary school to high school
• students (dissertation, thesis, competition)
• Adults wishing to improve their everyday French
• professionals wishing to strengthen their written or oral communication

Ready to get started?

Contact me to discuss your needs or book your first lesson. I would be delighted to support you in your progress.

Gérald

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Drawing on my 16 years of experience abroad, I offer you a method to enrich your vocabulary at work and in your daily life to become autonomous and an active participant in discussions in French.
I will develop a clear, tailored, and motivating project with objectives that will lead you to success. You will commit to regular, independent, but guided work to achieve the goals we set together.
- daily discussions
- professional discussions (specific vocabulary)
- course attendance at school or university
Whether you are retired, active, a beginner or experienced.
I propose a method with face-to-face lessons, video conferencing, and independent daily work.

Najlae

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My method is based on a structured, effective, and personalized approach designed to help you progress quickly, whether you want to improve your overall French level, pass an official exam, or develop true linguistic autonomy. I help you define your objectives, understand your strengths, and align your French learning with your career goals. You learn to communicate fluently in a Swiss or international professional context: emails, interviews, presentations, argumentation, and formal writing.