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looking back to 1963!
Had a fascinating moment in my adult French conversation class today! One of my lovely students brought in an old French exam paper to show me…… from 1963! As a French teacher, looking through it was eye-opening. The level of vocabulary, complex grammar structures and the overall expectations of 16-year-olds back then were remarkably high compared to the modern GCSE papers we see in the UK today. On the other side of this paper are 6 simple drawings depicting a donkey ride! I
Craig Handley
Jun 161 min read


New french classes starting in June
Ready to Learn, Improve, or Perfect Your French? New Classes Start Week Commencing 1st June! Whether you are a complete beginner starting from scratch, or a fluent speaker looking to keep your conversation skills sharp, we have a friendly, welcoming group class for you! Starting the week of 1st June, our new term kicks off with sessions tailored to all abilities. Which class is right for you? • Beginners: Build your confidence, master the basics, and get speaking from day one
Craig Handley
May 181 min read


Beat the gloom with French!
Beat the Gloom: Why French is Your New Favourite Hobby! With the darker nights rolling in, it's easy to want to just hibernate. But what if we told you there's a fun, vibrant way to brighten up your season? Say Bonjour to French Lessons! It's more than just learning verbs—it's your weekly dose of fun, friends and mental fitness. The Perks of Joining Our Class: • It's FUN! Learn French in a genuinely entertaining way with other people who are at the exact same level as you. No
Craig Handley
Oct 31, 20251 min read


They finally caught me!
Breaking News! They finally caught me! Turns out, my passion for French culture led me a little too close to the Louvre... and now I'm paying the price for loving French and French artefacts a bit too much. Don’t worry…. I was not behind bars for long. This is just a little glimpse into the fun world of French. If you want to learn French in a way that's anything but a jail sentence, come and join my adult French lessons! We promise no actual robberies are involved, just a wh
Craig Handley
Oct 30, 20251 min read
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