Inlingua La Rochelle

Inlingua La Rochelle

Inlingua La Rochelle

Inlingua La Rochelle

From one week to one year, come and perfect your French with the innovative method used by inlingua . Our method, based on natural language learning is used in the 300 centers of the global network inlingua .

The inlingua trainer introduces students to the new linguistic element, highlighting its meaning and giving examples for its use. This approach helps learners effectively learn the right pronunciation with the right accent.

Intensive Courses
Improve your level of French quickly with our unique method!

Our Courses

  • 30h - Monday to Friday - 00h / 9h12 of group classes + 15 workshops + 2 courses in micro groups (2-2 people)
Combi Formulas It is possible to do 30 hours a week thanks to our Combining group and individual courses. It's an interesting way to enjoy the energy of the group in the morning and a totally personalized work in the afternoon.

The inlingua touch:

Every Monday, a historical guided tour of La Rochelle is organized for all the new students. + Little appointment and excursions
Family Programme
French courses for adults and children at home or activity for children, for a great family holiday! Inlingua La Rochelle offers a solution for parents and grandparents who wish to take French lessons: take care of their children and grandchildren! For the youngest, inlingua organizes home care, for older children, fun and sports activities, then from 10 years, it is possible for them to participate also in our junior French courses, as well as a whole range of sporting or cultural activities.

From 0 to 5 years:

  • Gade at home
  • of 8h30 to 12h30
  • accredited professionals
  • French nanny
  • coordinated by inlingua
  • at cost price
  • 4 years the possibility of sailing lessons!

From 6 to 9 years:

  • Yachting
  • Ropes
  • Mini golf
  • Ludothèque
  • Museum visit ...

10 years:

  • French classes only
  • Multiactivity alone
  • Sailing alone
  • French course + multiactivity or sailing

For parents or grandparents

  • Choose the program that suits you in our individual or group classes.

The + lingua:

We offer you an exclusive personalized rental search service; from the villa with a swimming pool to the sailboat, we will find the unique place that suits you!
General French Group For Adults

OUR COURSES

  • 15 group hours: Morning group classes are held on Monday from 10h to 13h15 and then Tuesday to Friday from 9h-12h15 (with a 15 minute break)
  • 20 hours Workshops: Group classes in the morning + Workshops on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 13h30 to 16h15
  • 20 hours Exam Preparation: Group Class in the morning + Exam Preparation Course on Wednesdays and Fridays from 13h30 to 16h15

EXAM PREPARATION OPTION

DELF-DALF:
  • 5h per week
  • B1, B2 and C1 level
  • Groups of maximum 6 students
ABIBAC - LEVEL - BACHIBAC - ESABAC - LEAVING CERT - MATURA:
  • 5h per week
  • Groups of maximum 4 students

CULTURAL WORKSHOPS

  • Cinema
  • Litterature
  • Recipes
  • Cultural & historical themes
  • Cultural & historical themes

What makes inlingua different

  • Every Monday we offer a guided historical tour of La Rochelle to all our new students
  • Once a week a little appointment to enjoy the city and make friends
  • Every Saturday an excursion allows to discover the region (Ile de Ré, Oléron island, the Poitevin marsh, Nantes, saintes ...)
  • Possibility to go to the center inlingua two exams recognized the TEF all year or the DCL on specific dates.
+30 Programs

OUR COURSES

  • 15h-From Monday to Friday: 9h00-12h15
  • 20h-From Monday to Friday: 9h00-12h15 + 2 workshops

CULTURAL WORKSHOPS:

The cultural workshops allow both an exposure to the language and a discovery of a cultural theme. New topics are offered regularly, they can be taught in the center inlingua or outside depending on the case:
  • Discovery workshop of the region
  • Discovery and gastronomic tasting
  • Meeting local artisans to learn about their craft
  • Workshops on French cinema and music
Opening hours: Tuesday and Thursday from 13h30 to 16h15 (15 mn of break) Groups: max 10 to 15 people by activity

WHAT MAKES INLINGUA DIFFERENT INLINGUA :

  • Every Monday, a free guided tour of La Rochelle is organized for newcomers.
  • Once a week a little appointment to enjoy the city and make friends
  • Every Saturday an excursion allows discovering the region (Ile de Ré, Oléron island, the Poitevin marsh, Nantes, Saintes ...)
Preparation For French Exams
Come and prepare your DELF exam in small groups with inlingua La Rochelle

OUR DELF PREPA FORMULA IN GROUP:

  • 15 to 20 group hours: Monday to Friday, from 9h00 to 12h15 - general French program
  • 5 hours in mini group group: Wednesday and Friday from 13h30 to 16h15

OUR DELF OR DALF FORMULA IN INDIVIDUAL:

All year
  • 15 hours of general French in group in the morning
  • 5 individual hours in the afternoon - Wednesday and Friday from 13h30 to 16h15

THE PROGRAMME

  • Presentation of the 4 parts of the DELF exam
  • Presentation and explanation of the marking process for the writing part of the exam.
  • We make sure students sit tests appropriate to their level of French
  • Reinforce specific points that need improving for the level the student is aiming for
  • Coaching with the teachers for the speaking and writing parts of the test.
  • Methodological training for the writing and oral comprehension parts of the exam.
Every Monday from 6 April to 16 October

THE INLINGUA TOUCH

  • During your course you will get the chance to do at least one mock test in real exam conditions.
  • Exam preparation is provided by correcting teachers who are eligible for these exams.
50+ Programs
Embrace your trip to France through learning the language and discovering the culture!

French classes:

Group lessons in groups of 3 to 6 people based on level*. * In case the number of participants is less than 3, inlingua reserves the right to place participants in groups of the 30 + program The dates:
  • From 24 May to 5 June
  • From 7 to 18 September
  • From 12 to 23 October

Guided tours:

Our visits are always accompanied by a member of the team inlingua or a guide to help you discover unusual places and better understand the local history.
  • History of La Rochelle
  • Guided tours of museums
  • Meeting with artists and artisans
  • A guided tour of the famous ship " l'Hermione "

Cultural Workshops:

The cultural workshops allow both an exposure to the language and a discovery of a cultural theme:
  • Discovery workshop of the region
  • Discovery and gastronomic tasting
  • Meeting local artisans to learn about their craft
  • Workshops on French cinema and music
Opening Hours: Morning course from 9h00 to 12h15 - Afternoon Activities. Groups: max 10 to 12 people depending on the activity

Cooking classes:

Enjoy an afternoon learning to cook with the chefs of the "Classe des Gourmets". On the menu: advice on your selection of products, learning techniques, & discovering secrets and tips on the art of French cuisine.

The P'tit Rendez-vous evenings

A chance for our students to relax over a drink, a meal, or a game while enjoying some of the best and most enjoyable places in La Rochelle.

Excursions:

All day on Saturdays.
  • Day on the island of Ré
  • Bordeaux - its monuments and the Cité du Vin
  • Visit a local Cognac producer with tasting.
  • A boat ride along the magnificent Marais Poitevin
  • A day out at the Puy du Fou
  • The island of Aix, its beaches and its museum Napoléon

The inlingua touch:

An all-inclusive discovery of France!
One-to-one French Course
Improve your level of French quickly thanks to tailor-made individual lessons! Our Courses You can choose a totally individual formula or the combination of group and individual classes Individual courses
  • 15h-From Monday to Friday: 3h in the morning or in the afternoon
  • 20h-From Monday to Friday: 4h in the morning or in the afternoon
  • 25h-5 hours per day between 9h00 and 19h00
  • 30h-6 hours a day especially for you between 9h00 and 19h00
Combi Course Group classes can be chosen in general French all year round or 30 + from 27 April to 18 September Our technical sheet details all the formulas designed for you. Included
  • A personalized curriculum with linguistic objectives
  • Access to the audio, video and CD Rom resource center, databases ...
  • The progress report and attestation at the end of the internship delivered during an individual assessment interview
The inlingua touch: Every Monday, a free guided tour of La Rochelle is organized for newcomers.
Combi: Group & One-to-one
Build your own course to get the most out of your experience!

Group Formula:

  • 30h - Monday to Friday - 00h / 9h12 of group classes + 15 workshops + 2 courses in micro-groups (2-2 people)
All year

Combi Formulas:

It is possible to achieve up to 30 hours per week thanks to our Combining group and individual classes. It's an interesting way to enjoy the energy of the group in the morning and totally personalized work in the afternoon.

The + inlingua

  • Every Monday, a free guided tour of La Rochelle is organized for newcomers.
  • Once a week a little appointment to enjoy the city and make friends
  • Every Saturday an excursion allows discovering the region (Ile de Ré, Oléron island, the Poitevin marsh, Nantes, Saintes ...)
University Integration Course
Improve your French with inlingua before pursuing your studies in one of the famous French universities, engineering schools or business schools!
  • Inlingua helps and guides you in your choice among the wide range of possible courses and accompanies you through your French course which will be essential for you to start higher education. Thanks to its methods and organization in very small groups, inlingua allows students to quickly obtain the required level to pursue their higher education.

INSTITUTIONS

  • Excelia : Business School
  • EIGSI: engineering school
  • Excelia
  • La Rochelle University:
    • Arts, Litterature, Languages
    • Law, Economics, Management
    • Social Science
    • Science, Technology, Health

THE INLINGUA TOUCH

  • Inlingua La Rochelle is a partner of the local Business School, Engineering School, & University, and can help you with signing up to start, or continue, your studies in France.

Hostel Accommodation

The hostel is located at 5 minutes walk from the inlingua center.

Modern and offering a view of the port of the small, you will enjoy all the necessary comfort for a pleasant stay.

All meals are at the inn.

Homestay

Homestay accommodation offers the opportunity to speak French in a relaxed and friendly environment while becoming familiar with local customs and traditions.

We recommend half-board, including breakfast and dinner with your family.

Families undertake to receive only one student of the same mother tongue at a time.

Our reception service knows families well, selected for their hospitality, the comfort of their home and the warm atmosphere.

Our host families are closest to our centers: count 10 to 30 maximum minutes on foot, by public transport or by bike (popular means of transport in La Rochelle) to reach your host family.

If you come by car, please let us know when you register.

Our family accommodation solution is reserved for people over the age of 18. However, minors with parental authorization may also benefit.

If this formula interests you, you must finalize your registration at least 3 weeks before your arrival.

The stay extends from Sunday (arrival in the late afternoon) to Saturday (departure in the morning).

The family takes care of the reception at the station or the airport of La Rochelle.

Tailored Accommodation Service

A large selection of rentals all year long

Inlingua is a partner of the largest real estate agency in La Rochelle which has 300 homes for rent in the summer and 50 homes year-round. The shortlisted dwellings were chosen for:

  • Their proximity to the school and the beach of Minimes
  • Their comfort

You will find on our site a questionnaire that will allow you to define your needs in terms of dates, a number of beds/rooms, location … You will receive under 24 48 hours several proposals with housing description and photos. inlingua will confirm for you the reservation and you will have 8 days to pay a deposit. Stays are from Saturday 16h to Saturday 12h, keys are collected at the agency near the school.

If you arrive on Sunday, we can organize your transfer from the airport or La Rochelle train station. We will welcome you and provide you with the keys to your accommodation. The rental includes bed linen, towels and end-of-stay cleaning.

Residence Escale Marine

An Autumn Winter Residence

This 3 Star Residence is located near the city center. You can reach the Old Port in less than 10 minutes on foot or very quickly by the smuggler (sea bus). This residence offers limited availability in July and August and prices are not fixed. If you wish to apply for a tariff during this period, please contact us.

The access to inlingua is done in 5 minutes by bus (3 stops), 10 minutes by bike or 20 minutes on foot.

The apartments for one or two people are modern and comfortable. They are equipped with a kitchen, microwave, ceramic hob, flat-screen TV and en suite bathroom with shower or bathtub.

Included services

  • Heated indoor pool
  • Wifi in all apartments
  • Fitness room

Additional services available

  • Hammam (5 € per session)
  • Breakfast (9 € per person)
  • Covered parking (30 € per week)
  • Accepted animals

RESIDENCE NEW ROCHELLE

A spring-summer residence

The studios are between 16m² minimum and include the following facilities and services:

Fully equipped kitchen (sink, double electric hob, microwave, refrigerator, storage, crockery, dedicated dining area, in most studios).

Room of water or individual bath (shower or bath, basin, individual toilets).

Main room furnished (sofa bed (2 places), table-desk, chair, closet with wardrobe, individual electric heating).

Options available: kettle, coffee maker, games (on request, while stocks last).

Parking possibility

Wi-Fi

UTOPIA RESIDENCE

The residence is intended for an audience aged 16 to 30 years. It is managed by a non-profit association involved in youth housing in the agglomeration of La Rochelle. It is located in the heart of an eco-responsible zone, both in terms of its construction and the management of energy.

Consisting of 200 housing, the residence was built in 2018. It’s a very modern appearance that makes it very pleasant to live. Large common areas and staff of permanent facilitators facilitate meetings and activities between residents. The residence is located in Lagord, five kilometres from the inlingua center. It can be reached by bike or bus. The 3 line offers a start every 10 minutes from 7h00 to 20h00. The last bus is at 22h00. It takes less than 30 minutes bus without changing line (16 stops).

Local shops, supermarkets, bakery, butcher are 10 minutes walk. The Place de Verdun, one of the attractive centers of the city, is about 30 minutes’ walk from the residence or 15 minutes by bus. The studios are equipped with a kitchenette, shower, toilet and large storage. Bed linen is provided, but not towels. The tenant will have to clean his linen, his sheets and his studio during his stay. A launderette is available. A delay of 8 days is necessary to obtain the response of the association.

The rent is payable monthly – 8 advance notice of departure. APL (Accommodation Allowance) can be requested for any stay from 8 months. Depending on the resources of the parents of the household, an allowance reduces the price of rent.