Language course French in Montpellier

I.L.A.

Learn French in Montpellier at our partner school, ILA. ILA is located in one of the most attractiive parts of Montpellier and is in the heart of the city centre. The school is positioned closely to a number of small boutiques, goumet shops and typical coffee shops. The school itself is an historic building dating back to the 18th century and within 5 minutes of the Place de la Comedie.

Key features of our partner French school in Montpellier:

  • School validated by EAQUALS, IALC and Label Qualité FLE
  • Students from over 70 nationalities
  • Materials included in price
  • Free airport transfer in case of Host Family
  • Small class sizes- between 8 and 10 students per class
  • Free WIFI in all school buildings
  • Free use of computers and tablets
  • Minimum age: 16 years

Social Programme

On the first day of the French course, every student receives an information pack about Montpellier and the range of social activities that ILA organises. These include: Activity programme Montpellier
  • Visits of Montpellier including guided tours of Antigone, Chateau Flaugergues and museums
  • French wine and cheese tasting
  • Excursions to Provence, Avignon, Nimes, Aix-en-Provence and Camargue, which includes horse riding

Intensive

The intensive course in Montpellier focuses on all language skills, with special emphasis on communication. During the lessons you will develop your essential language skills (speaking, writing, listening and reading) thorough full immersion and communicative activities. Furthermore, lessons also include different topics about French history and culture as a way to stimulate the conversation.

Minimum age is 16 years.

Combined

The combined course offers the possibility to combine group and one-to-one tuition. You will follow 24 lessons per week, of which 4 lessons are one-to-one tuition.  The combined course perfectly combines the dynamic of group tuition with tailored private lessons. Ideal for professionals, managers and all who only have little time available.  Maximum number of students per class: 10 (one-to-one lessons: 1) All levels.

Minimum age is 16 years.

Academic Year

The academic year course has the same content as the intensive course, however you profit of very special rates. You will follow 20 lessons per week. Course length is between 20 - 36 weeks. 

 

Minimum age is 16 years.

Commercial French

The commercial French course is offered in conjunction with the intensive course, and aims to teach you special business vocabulary and business expressions in a wide range of topics. The intensive course is 20 hours and the commercial French course 10 hours per week.
Required Level: Intermediate.

Minimum age is 16 years.

DELF / DALF

The DELF / DALF course consists of 20 lessons standard course + 8 lessons special exam training, in which you can prepare for the exam.

To read more about the DELF/DALF examination course please click here.

Minimum age is 16 years.

Prices 2026

Click on a price for an exact price quotation and/or to book.
Prices in  €/EUR  £/GBP  $/USD

Max. 10/8 per class
Number of lessons per week:
28
Number of weeks:
  6 weeks  
DELF exam course without accommodation 2160
DELF exam course with shared apartment with french host, single room , no meals 3120
DELF exam course with host family, double room , bed & breakfast 3180
DELF exam course with host family, single room , bed & breakfast 3240
DELF exam course with residence, double room , no meals 3300
DELF exam course with residence, single room , no meals 3540
DELF exam course with residence kley, single room , no meals 3720
Starting dates:  

from elementary : 19/01, 06/04, 27/04, 01/06, 13/07, 31/08, 19/10

Note:  

1 lesson = 45 minutes

Please note that the price does not include the administration fee for the exam of € 70, the additional course material (approx. € 25-40) and the exam fees (€ 220-260, depending on the level). These fees will have to be paid on site.

Exam dates 2026:
B2:
04/03/2026 - 06/03/2026, 20/05/2026 - 22/05/2026, 10/06/2026 - 12/06/2026, 08/07/2026 - 17/07/2026, 19/08/2026 - 28/08/2026, 07/10/2026 - 16/10/2026, 02/12/2026 - 04/12/2026
C1:
04/03/2026 - 06/03/2026, 20/05/2026 - 22/05/2026, 10/06/2026 - 12/06/2026, 19/08/2026 - 28/08/2026, 07/10/2026 - 16/10/2026, 02/12/2026 - 04/12/2026

Exam fees:  

ca. €260, to be paid directly on arrival

Info residence:  

Minimum age: 18

Surcharges residence:   single room : 28/06/2026 - 05/09/2026 : €20 per week
double room : 28/06/2026 - 05/09/2026 : €20 per week
Info host family:  

Transfer on arrival and departure is included when staying with a host family (between 08:30 - 22:30).

Surcharges host family:   bed & breakfast → half board : €50 per week
Special dietary needs : € 35 per week [i]
Info residence kley:  

Minimum age: 18

Surcharges residence kley:   single room : 28/06/2026 - 05/09/2026 : €20 per week
Transfer:   Airport transfer on arrival from Montpellier Airport : EUR 70
Transfer on arrival at train station Sud de France : EUR 70

All prices include:

  • administration fees
  • course and accommodation as stated
  • transfer on arrival and departure between 08.30 and 22.30 (only when staying in a host family)
  • teaching material (except DELF/DALF exam preparation)
  • certificate of attendance

In 2026 the school is closed: 06/04/2026, 01/05/2026, 14/05/2026, 25/05/2026, 14/07/2026, 11/11/2026 & 21/12/2026 - 01/01/2027. Missed lessons due to bank holidays will not be refunded or rescheduled.

Club 50

The Club 50 Golden Age course is specifically designed for the senior student. During a one or two-week program the focus is not only on learning the language, but you will also discover the beautiful surroundings of Montpellier.

The program includes 20 lessons per week and an extensive program of activities. Examples of activities and excursions include a guided city tour, half-day excursion to Nimes and Sete, the Venice of the Languedoc, a day trip to Avignon, wine and cheese tasting. All students from the school may participate on the city tour and the excursions, the other activities are exclusive for the Golden Age sudents (if there are enough participants). The Club 50 course is not suitable for absolute beginners.

Minimum age is 50 years.

One-to-One

The one-to-one course is designed for those who want to optimise their study time. The aim of the one-to-one course programme is to offer a fully personalised method of teaching designed to meet the specific student's needs and desires. As the classes are private, the student will be able to decide the schedule and content.

Minimum age is 16 years.

French & Cookery

Would you like to improve your cooking skills besides learning French? French & Cookery it is! You will learn how to prepare a main course with sauces, side dishes and dessert. During this class you will speak French, so you can practice the language during your cooking course!

Besides 20 lessons of French you will have 8 extra lessons of cooking course. The lessons are divided in 2 afternoons/evenings. The cooking lessons usually start at 18:00 at the cooking school close by the French language school.

Minimum age is 16 years.

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