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Online French lessons for advanced beginners (A1–A2) | Managing independently in France: grocery shopping, asking for directions, making reservations, going to
From 67 C$ /h
You know the basics: you can introduce yourself, order something, and hold a simple conversation. Now you want to move on. In this package, you will learn to manage independently in everyday situations in France. After this package, you will go grocery shopping, ask for directions, arrange things at the doctor or pharmacy, and explain what you have done and what you are planning to do.
This is how I work
In this package as well, I structure the lessons according to what research says about effective language learning:
- Talk a lot. Every lesson ends with a role-play or conversation based on a real situation.
- Grammar in context. You learn new tenses and rules using sentences you actually use, not through dry lists.
- Listen more. We work with short recordings and dialogues at a natural pace, so that you get used to spoken French.
- Quiz yourself and review smartly. Every lesson begins with a review, and you will receive a review schedule.
- Pronunciation remains important. You continue working on your sounds, intonation, and fluency.
I explain in Dutch where that helps, but we speak more and more French during the lesson.
What you learn
- Talk about your daily routine, your work, and your hobbies
- Shopping at the market and in shops: quantities, prices, and asking questions
- Ask for and understand directions, and use public transport
- Go to the doctor or pharmacy and say what is wrong
- Book a hotel, restaurant, or activity
- Tell what you have done, with the passé composé
- Say what you are going to do, with the near future
- The weather, the seasons, and your plans for the weekend
- Numbers up to 1000, dates and prices
- Frequently used verbs such as aller, faire, vouloir, and pouvoir
What you get per lesson
- Key sentences with pronunciation aid and Dutch translation
- Dialogues from real French life
- Explanation of grammar, brief and with examples
- Exercises with answers
- A revision schedule for between classes
- Cultural tips about daily life in France
For whom?
For anyone who has completed Package 1, or already knows some French and wants to continue. Ideal if you visit France regularly, have a second home there, or are considering moving.
Level: A1 to A2
Duration per lesson: 60 minutes
Lesson format: online via webcam
Language of explanation: Dutch and French
Unsure if this package suits you? Send me a message, and we'll look at your level together.
See you soon!
This is how I work
In this package as well, I structure the lessons according to what research says about effective language learning:
- Talk a lot. Every lesson ends with a role-play or conversation based on a real situation.
- Grammar in context. You learn new tenses and rules using sentences you actually use, not through dry lists.
- Listen more. We work with short recordings and dialogues at a natural pace, so that you get used to spoken French.
- Quiz yourself and review smartly. Every lesson begins with a review, and you will receive a review schedule.
- Pronunciation remains important. You continue working on your sounds, intonation, and fluency.
I explain in Dutch where that helps, but we speak more and more French during the lesson.
What you learn
- Talk about your daily routine, your work, and your hobbies
- Shopping at the market and in shops: quantities, prices, and asking questions
- Ask for and understand directions, and use public transport
- Go to the doctor or pharmacy and say what is wrong
- Book a hotel, restaurant, or activity
- Tell what you have done, with the passé composé
- Say what you are going to do, with the near future
- The weather, the seasons, and your plans for the weekend
- Numbers up to 1000, dates and prices
- Frequently used verbs such as aller, faire, vouloir, and pouvoir
What you get per lesson
- Key sentences with pronunciation aid and Dutch translation
- Dialogues from real French life
- Explanation of grammar, brief and with examples
- Exercises with answers
- A revision schedule for between classes
- Cultural tips about daily life in France
For whom?
For anyone who has completed Package 1, or already knows some French and wants to continue. Ideal if you visit France regularly, have a second home there, or are considering moving.
Level: A1 to A2
Duration per lesson: 60 minutes
Lesson format: online via webcam
Language of explanation: Dutch and French
Unsure if this package suits you? Send me a message, and we'll look at your level together.
See you soon!
Location
Online from France
About Me
Bonjour! I’m Bruno.
I’m Dutch and I live in France, so I know from experience what it’s like to learn French as a Dutch speaker. I know the sounds that tie your tongue in knots, the pitfalls of tu versus vous, and that moment at the bakery when you suddenly do understand what’s being said.
Before moving to France, I was a primary school teacher in the Netherlands. That’s where I learned to explain things clearly, step by step and with patience. I bring the same approach to my French lessons: no dry grammar lists, but sentences you can use right away.
My lessons are:
explained in Dutch, so you never get stuck;
focused on speaking and pronunciation from the very first lesson;
based on what research says about effective language learning: short, useful phrases, testing yourself and smart repetition;
practical, with situations from real everyday life in France.
Whether you’re preparing for a holiday, planning to move to France or have simply always wanted to learn: you’re welcome, even if you’re starting from zero.
I’ve lived in the Dordogne since 2024.
My level of French: C1
À bientôt!
I’m Dutch and I live in France, so I know from experience what it’s like to learn French as a Dutch speaker. I know the sounds that tie your tongue in knots, the pitfalls of tu versus vous, and that moment at the bakery when you suddenly do understand what’s being said.
Before moving to France, I was a primary school teacher in the Netherlands. That’s where I learned to explain things clearly, step by step and with patience. I bring the same approach to my French lessons: no dry grammar lists, but sentences you can use right away.
My lessons are:
explained in Dutch, so you never get stuck;
focused on speaking and pronunciation from the very first lesson;
based on what research says about effective language learning: short, useful phrases, testing yourself and smart repetition;
practical, with situations from real everyday life in France.
Whether you’re preparing for a holiday, planning to move to France or have simply always wanted to learn: you’re welcome, even if you’re starting from zero.
I’ve lived in the Dordogne since 2024.
My level of French: C1
À bientôt!
Education
Bachelor’s degree from the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences (Hogeschool van Amsterdam). I have also worked as a primary school teacher, which gave me strong teaching skills and the knowledge to build well-structured lessons.
Experience / Qualifications
Married to a French language specialist and living near Bergerac since 2024. My husband is French and deeply passionate about speaking the language correctly. Together, we are hired to translate company websites accurately.
Age
Children (7-12 years old)
Teenagers (13-17 years old)
Adults (18-64 years old)
Seniors (65+ years old)
Student level
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Duration
60 minutes
The class is taught in
Dutch
French
English
Skills
Availability of a typical week
(GMT -05:00)
New York
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Sun
00-04
04-08
08-12
12-16
16-20
20-24
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As a former primary school teacher, I know how children learn. I explain material step by step, check if it is truly understood, and ensure your child builds self-confidence. I live in France and speak French at C1 level, so your child learns the language as it is actually spoken.
What I help with:
- Homework and subject matter from the school textbook;
- Preparation for tests and quizzes;
- Learning vocabulary in a way that sticks;
- Grammar, such as conjugating verbs and articles;
- Pronunciation and daring to speak;
- Reading and listening.
This is how I work:
In the first lesson, we look together at what your child finds difficult and what the school requires. After that, I align the lessons with the school curriculum and upcoming tests. I use proven learning techniques: quizzing yourself instead of rereading, and reviewing at intervals. This way, your child not only learns for the next test but also retains the material in the long term. After each lesson, your child receives short exercises to take home.
For whom: primary school children and secondary school students
Duration: 60 minutes
Lesson format: online via webcam
Language of explanation: Dutch, with as much French as your child can handle
Are you unsure if tutoring is right for your child? Feel free to send me a message, and I'll help you think it through.
See you soon!
As a former primary school teacher, I know how children learn. I explain material step by step, check if it is truly understood, and ensure your child builds self-confidence. I live in France and speak French at C1 level, so your child learns the language as it is actually spoken.
What I help with:
- Homework and subject matter from the school textbook;
- Preparation for tests and quizzes;
- Learning vocabulary in a way that sticks;
- Grammar, such as conjugating verbs and articles;
- Pronunciation and daring to speak;
- Reading and listening.
This is how I work:
In the first lesson, we look together at what your child finds difficult and what the school requires. After that, I align the lessons with the school curriculum and upcoming tests. I use proven learning techniques: quizzing yourself instead of rereading, and reviewing at intervals. This way, your child not only learns for the next test but also retains the material in the long term. After each lesson, your child receives short exercises to take home.
For whom: primary school children and secondary school students
Duration: 60 minutes
Lesson format: online via webcam
Language of explanation: Dutch, with as much French as your child can handle
Are you unsure if tutoring is right for your child? Feel free to send me a message, and I'll help you think it through.
See you soon!
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This is how I work
My lessons are built on what research says about effectively learning a language:
- Speak from the first lesson. You say your first French sentences as early as lesson 1.
Pronunciation from day 1. Every lesson covers a few sound rules, such as nasal sounds, the French r, and the liaison. This way, you build good habits right away.
- Useful sentences instead of individual words. You learn combinations that the French actually use, such as Je voudrais... and Tu es libre samedi?
- Quiz yourself instead of rereading. Every lesson contains exercises without cheat sheets; this way, the material sticks better.
- Smart repetition. Each lesson begins with a brief review of the previous lessons, and you receive a review schedule.
I explain everything in Dutch so that you never get stuck. As you progress, we use more and more French.
What you learn
- Greeting, introducing yourself and saying goodbye
- Tell us where you come from, where you live, and which languages you speak
- Ordering and paying in a cafe or restaurant
- Talking about your family and stating your age
- Telling time, the days of the week and making appointments
- Count to 60 and understand prices
- The most important French sounds and pronunciation rules
- Basic grammar such as tu and vous, un and une, mon, ma and mes, and the verbs être and avoir
What you get per lesson
- Key sentences with pronunciation aid and Dutch translation
- Dialogues from real French life, with translation
- Exercises with answers
- A revision schedule for between classes
- Cultural tips, so you also know what it's really like in France
For whom?
For anyone who wants to learn French for a holiday, a move to France, contact with French family or neighbors, or simply because you have always wanted to. Adults and young people are welcome.
Level: absolute beginner to A1
Duration per lesson: 60 minutes
Lesson format: online via webcam
Language of explanation: Dutch, with increasing French
Unsure about your level? Send me a message, and we'll see together where the best place for you to start.
See you soon!
This is how I work
My lessons are built on what research says about effectively learning a language:
- Speak from the first lesson. You say your first French sentences as early as lesson 1.
Pronunciation from day 1. Every lesson covers a few sound rules, such as nasal sounds, the French r, and the liaison. This way, you build good habits right away.
- Useful sentences instead of individual words. You learn combinations that the French actually use, such as Je voudrais... and Tu es libre samedi?
- Quiz yourself instead of rereading. Every lesson contains exercises without cheat sheets; this way, the material sticks better.
- Smart repetition. Each lesson begins with a brief review of the previous lessons, and you receive a review schedule.
I explain everything in Dutch so that you never get stuck. As you progress, we use more and more French.
What you learn
- Greeting, introducing yourself and saying goodbye
- Tell us where you come from, where you live, and which languages you speak
- Ordering and paying in a cafe or restaurant
- Talking about your family and stating your age
- Telling time, the days of the week and making appointments
- Count to 60 and understand prices
- The most important French sounds and pronunciation rules
- Basic grammar such as tu and vous, un and une, mon, ma and mes, and the verbs être and avoir
What you get per lesson
- Key sentences with pronunciation aid and Dutch translation
- Dialogues from real French life, with translation
- Exercises with answers
- A revision schedule for between classes
- Cultural tips, so you also know what it's really like in France
For whom?
For anyone who wants to learn French for a holiday, a move to France, contact with French family or neighbors, or simply because you have always wanted to. Adults and young people are welcome.
Level: absolute beginner to A1
Duration per lesson: 60 minutes
Lesson format: online via webcam
Language of explanation: Dutch, with increasing French
Unsure about your level? Send me a message, and we'll see together where the best place for you to start.
See you soon!
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