Polaris Institute
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Every class, in person — 1697 Brunswick Street, Halifax, B3J 2G3

French Beginner — Weekend (0 → A1/A2)

Start from zero and reach confident A1/A2 conversation over one weekend block a week.

Taught by Madame J.

About this course

A warm, conversation-first course for complete beginners that takes you from your first “bonjour” to a strong A1/A2 foundation. You will build practical vocabulary, improve pronunciation, understand essential grammar, speak more naturally, and gain the confidence to handle everyday situations in French without immediately switching back to English. The course also introduces the core listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills needed for TEF and TCF preparation. Designed for weekend availability, classes are delivered in focused sessions every Saturday and Sunday, providing 8 hours of interactive learning and real speaking practice each week in a small-group environment.

What you'll achieve

Progress from complete beginner to a strong A1/A2 foundation in French
Hold practical conversations about yourself, family, routines and everyday life
Introduce yourself, order food, shop, ask for directions and handle common situations with confidence
Use the present tense, near future and basic past tense correctly
Improve your pronunciation, listening skills and confidence when speaking
Build the essential vocabulary and communication skills needed for future TEF or TCF preparation

Skills you'll gain

Greetings & introductionsPresent tenseEveryday vocabularyPronunciationBasic past tenseReal conversation

Curriculum

8 modules · 40 sessions

  • French alphabet, sounds and pronunciation
  • Greetings, farewells and polite expressions
  • Introducing yourself and asking personal questions
  • Numbers, dates, countries and nationalities
  • Using être, avoir, s’appeler, habiter and parler

Your instructor

Madame J.

French for Beginners

A patient, encouraging weekend instructor who specializes in getting complete beginners talking from day one, without the intimidation.

  • French language educator

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