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Bonjour! I’m Emilie from French Newcastle.

I’ve been teaching French for nearly 20 years, specialising in helping adults speak everyday French and understand French culture.

I split my time between Newcastle-upon-Tyne and my home country, France.

French Conversation Classes Online

Intermediate & Advanced French Speaking Practice

Speak Real French with Confidence

Want to improve your fluency in French?

My French conversation classes online are designed for intermediate and advanced French speaking practice, so you can confidently use the language in travel or social situations.

With a focus on spoken, everyday French, you’ll gain the skills, confidence, and cultural insight to connect authentically with French speakers.

  • Real-World French

    Learn the standard spoken French you’ll actually hear and use in daily life.

  • Extensive Speaking Practice

    Every lesson is built around interactive conversation to boost fluency.

  • Cultural & Current Affairs

    Discover authentic French culture through videos and articles provided with glossaries.

  • Interactive Group Lessons

    Participate in lively discussions with other motivated learners.

  • Flipped Classroom Learning

    Engage with multimedia activities at home and practise at your own pace.

  • Expert Native Teacher

    Receive high-quality feedback from a native French teacher with 20 years of experience.

Who These Classes Are For

Whether you’re:

  • Intermediate and ready to move beyond the basics
  • between intermediate and advanced, bridging the gap to advanced,
  • Advanced aiming for more natural, confident speech
  • A traveller, culture lover, or lifelong learner

…these classes are designed to help you speak real French, understand native speakers, and enjoy the process.

No exams. No grades. No pressure. Just meaningful progress and the pleasure of learning.

Winter 2026 Class Schedule

Mondays

Tuesday

Wednesday

📅 New term starts the week of 5th january 2026
⚠️ Places are limited — classes have been fully booked in recent terms, so book early to avoid disappointment!

Book Your Free 30-Minute Discovery Call

Find the right class for your level and goals. In our Zoom call, you’ll:

  • Meet me and see how the course works
  • Get a personal level assessment in speaking
  • Have your questions answered
  • Receive a sample lesson

📌 Registration opens 1st December 2025 and closes Friday 2nd January 2026 at midnight.

👉 Fill out the form below to find out more and reserve your spot:

Having trouble with the form above? You can also use this alternative: Discovery Call Form.

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About

  • Bonjour! I’m Emilie.

    I’m an easy-going, fully qualified teacher from the North-East of France. Since 2005, I have taught French and ran my own language school for 10 years. Having lived and worked in several countries, I understand the journey of learning a foreign language. I now split my time between the UK and France, spending half of each year in both countries.

  • My Goal

    My objective is to help intermediaire and advanced adults learners feel comfortable and motivated to learn French as it’s spoken in the real world. To achieve this, I have developed a range of techniques and engaging activities.

  • My Background

    I am a qualified linguist and modern language teacher specializing in teaching French at intermediate and advanced levels. Here are my qualifications:

    • PGCE Secondary French with German (Newcastle University)
    • Master in Linguistics (Université Nancy II)
    • Degree in Applied Languages (Université Nancy II)
    • Diploma in Interpreting
  • French and British Insights

    With nearly two decades of experience in the UK, I offer valuable insights into French and British cultures, systems, and institutions. This perspective allows me to explain the nuances and similarities between the two countries, as well as the evolution of their languages.

  • My teaching style

    Learning a language should be lifelong, fun, and engaging. In my classes, you are encouraged to focus on communication and adopt a trial-and-error approach to learning. Each lesson emphasizes speaking as much as possible to build your confidence in using French.

What my students say about me
  • “Emilie is an excellent teacher. Her lessons are always well-prepared, fun and challenging. I feel like I have made great progress with her help.” (John)
  • “Lessons are well-paced, enriching and fun, couldn’t ask for a better teacher” – (Marie)
  • “I have been taking French classes for over eight years and I can honestly say that Emilie is the best teacher I’ve ever had. Virtually 100 per cent attendance in her class every week – that says it all!” (Sandra)
  • “Emilie’s friendly, encouraging approach builds confidence in students but it is always underpinned by a deep and precise knowledge of French.” (Graham)
  • “Emilie’s approach to teaching is supportive, imaginative and enjoyable. It works!” (Arthur)
  • “Very enthusiastic and a lovely person. My confidence grew instantly and I owe her a lot. Would highly recommend.” (Callum)
  • “Emilie is an enthusiastic and well-organised teacher whose lessons are always interesting, informative and fun” (Steve)
  •  “I had conversation classes with Emilie and thought she was an excellent teacher! She`s really easy to talk to. Would definitely recommend to anybody of any level. Merci! :”) (Rachel)
  • “Since I started learning French I have had nine teachers. Emilie is the best by far. “ (John)
  • “Emilie has patiently helped me with pronunciation and has completely changed my approach to listening and speaking in French.” (Stephen)

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