Unlock your French potential

The lessons are taught 1-on-1 so that you can receive my full attention. This will also ensure that you make fast progress. Each lesson lasts for 55 minutes and is taught via Skype. Skype allows us to communicate and share learning materials as if we were in the same room. 

During the first lesson and/or the trial session, I will assess your level and discuss your goals with you so I can shape my lessons to your individual needs. 

Taking 1-on-1 lessons will help you to improve your speaking and listening skills. However, we can also work on other skills such as grammar, writing, vocabulary learning, as well as specific challenges such as using French at work & passing exams. Whatever your level, needs and motivation, you can sign up for a trial session and see if online lessons are the right choice for you!

Skype is free and one of the best tool for video-conferences but also instant messaging. It allows us to do everything we would do in a classroom: read, write, speak, listen and share learning materials. Once the lesson is over, the student can revise everything they’ve learnt from their mobile or laptop. 

Skype is very simple both to set up and use. To download it, follow the link below and choose the device you are using. You’ll then just need to quickly create an account and find me for the lessons! I suggest doing this well in advance of your first session to avoid problems. 

https://www.skype.com/en/get-skype/ 

To take lessons with me, all you’ll need is the following : 

1. A good internet connection 

2. A Skype account. If you don’t have one, it’s easy and free to create an account — just go to skype.com . If you don’t want to set up Skype before the trial session, you can ask me for a “guest link” so that you can take the trial without an account via your internet browser. 

3. A laptop (or a desktop computer), tablet or smartphone. Most people will that the speakers and microphone on their device are sufficient. However, occasionally students choose to use a headset or headphones with a microphone in order to enhance the sound quality. 

You won’t have to buy any books whatsoever! 

As long as you and your learning partner both have the same level and are in the same room, it is possible! And, the cost will be the same. When you book and fill in your details, just make it clear that there are two of you.

I have a communicative method which is based on the idea that learning a language successfully comes through having to communicate real meaning. When learners are involved in real communication, their natural strategies for language acquisition will be used, and this will allow them to learn to use the language. Therefore, my lessons are more learner-centred. However, this doesn’t mean that we will only have conversations. I also believe in the effectiveness of structured lessons.

It depends on a lot of things, like your level, needs, goals etc… However, I like working on different materials. A short extract from an article for example or a video on youtube, an audio to listen to, an image to describe etc. I like changing the materials and using efficient content to improve your French so you don’t have the impression to study a language from a textbook like back in school. And, with all of these materials we will be focusing on listening and written comprehension but also on written and spoken expression. We will, for example, learn useful vocabulary so you can use them in your conversations and understand them. We will see some important grammar rules so you can put a good structure to your sentences. And with some practical exercises you will be able to speak more French and understand better.

I recommend you to do some “homework” although I prefer calling it “tasks”. I’m not going to give you endless and boring grammar exercises about a specific rule. I’m not going to ask you to write an essay in formal French. But I rather give you some tasks to do. For example, watching a video that I’ll recommend you, answering some comprehension questions. Or, making simple sentences with the new vocab that you’ve seen during the lessons. It can really be anything depending on your level and needs and time you’re willing to dedicate. Later, we will correct them and see how we can improve it.

This is a question I hear a lot. Of course, there isn’t one simple answer. It depends on your level, on your ability to learn a new language, on the time you’re willing to dedicate on learning French. But, studies show that in 3 months with regular learning and revision you can achieve conversational fluency if you’re a beginner/basic-level student. And, I have seen great achievements from my students so it’s definitely possible to put a time but you must also enjoy the journey of learning French. And, I’m here for that.

During the 30 minutes trial session, you’ll be able to practice French and get a feel for what it would be like to learn via 1-on-1, online lessons. I will asses your level and try to understand your needs and interests. This will allow me to customise any lessons you decide to take. You will be encouraged to speak in French as much as possible, but of course you can speak in English too!

Our unique booking system makes scheduling and managing lessons simple. After making a purchase, you will be given credits that you can apply by entering your email address on the booking page. Then, you’ll see my availability in your time zone and all you’ll have to do is select a time and confirm. If you have a Google, iCal or Outlook Calendar, you’ll have the option of directly adding your lesson to your calendar. An email reminder will be sent to you so that you don’t forget to turn up. You’ll also receive an SMS reminder if when booking you added your mobile number with the country code included. You can reschedule up to 24 hours before your lesson using the booking system (see below for more on this). You can also create an account so that you can save your lesson times for future viewing, however this is completely optional!

Most of the students can find suitable time for lessons as I’m pretty flexible. During the trial lesson, we will also discuss your and my availability to make sure it matches your schedule. However, if you still can’t find a suitable time please contact me at leyla@blablafrench.com to see if I can open up slots on demand! You can also book lessons for 2 months so that will give you more options to organise your lessons.

Click here to view prices and purchase lesson credits

You can pay for lessons securely by using PayPal. Note that, you don’t need to have a PayPal account. You can simply select “pay with Debit or Credit card” once you’re on Paypal page. You’ll just have to enter your card information and pay. You can pay in US Dollars or in Euros.

You can get a refund to the value of your remaining lessons if you contact us at support@blablafrench.com to request this within 14 days of your initial purchase.