Classic General Course

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Class level

All levels, beginner to advanced

You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in Paris.

Class size
Average	10 students
Maximum	12 students

Student age
Age range	16 years old and older
Average	25 years old (22 in the summer)

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.

Course description

The General Course is to improve French language skills in an international environment, with free time to enjoy and discover the region and culture. This course will include a lot of communication, with an emphasis on the practice of the language on a daily basis. Course is based on the curriculum set by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages Common European Framework of Reference for Language. Teaches will use of a variety of support materials : books, manuals, magazines, newspapers, DVD, internet. You will be introduced and taught the French culture. Classes based on customs, traditions, geography, history, gastronomy, fashion, painting, literature, local events, sports. There will be teachers rotation for general course classes at break time, teaching material is provided and included in the price of the course. General Course classes are held in the mornings, although Escapade reserves the right to offer some classes in the afternoons depending on numbers of students and time of year. Students who register on any Classic course have included in the price the following activities : 1 welcome party, 1 half day excursion per week, 1 evening activity per week.

Course topics

Listening, speaking, pronunciation, reading, writing, vocabulary, grammar, and activities

Class schedule
Course duration	1 - 52 weeks
Start dates	Every Monday
Start dates for beginners	Every first Monday of the month
Classes per week	20 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 45 min)
Class days	Monday - Friday
School holidays	2 Jun, 12 Jun, 14 Jul, 15 Aug, 1 Nov, 11 Nov, 15 Dec - 31 Dec

Escapade Paris does not hold classes on the holiday dates above. The school does not compensate for these holidays, so make sure to choose your start date accordingly.

Class times
Morning session	09:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Break	10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Morning session	11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.