I loved my experience at École Suisse. Before I attended, I had studied French in school, but I was not confidently conversational. After I took lessons for 4 weeks, I was comfortable in my interactions around Paris - ordering at restaurants, shopping, and discussing daily life with new acquaintances. I found the small class format really helpful because I was frequently speaking and receiving feedback from my instructors and classmates. The class content is enjoyable and I was interested in coming back for lessons each day. One of my favourite aspects of attending school was the Wednesday outings where an instructor takes us to a new neighbourhood and introduces us to a different part of the city. The outing is conducted in French in a casual, social way, and you have an opportunity to speak to other students at the school of various levels. During class and out the outings, I found myself enjoying myself and often laughing at the topics and stories that naturally come up during class. This format was a really joyful way to learn French. I hope I have an opportunity to return to the school again in the future. I know it would advance my French at any level. (September 2024)
