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Full-time Standard French

ATPAL Languages

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Course description

Our Full-Time Course is designed for students seeking rapid language advancement through comprehensive daily instruction. With 25 hours of classes per week, this intensive program provides maximum exposure to English and French, accelerating your path to fluency.

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities

Class schedule

Course duration
4-52 weeks
Start dates
01 Dec 2025, 12 Jan 2026, 26 Jan 2026, 09 Feb 2026, 23 Feb 2026, 09 Mar 2026, 23 Mar 2026, 06 Apr 2026, 20 Apr 2026, 11 May 2026, 25 May 2026, 08 Jun 2026, 22 Jun 2026, 06 Jul 2026, 13 Jul 2026, 20 Jul 2026, 27 Jul 2026, 10 Aug 2026, 24 Aug 2026, 14 Sep 2026, 28 Sep 2026, 05 Oct 2026, 19 Oct 2026, 02 Nov 2026, 16 Nov 2026 and 30 Nov 2026
Classes per week
24 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 60 min)
Class days
Monday - Thursday
School holidays
22 Dec 2025 - 27 Dec 2025, 29 Dec 2025 - 03 Jan 2026, 03 Apr 2026, 18 May 2026, 24 Jun 2026, 01 Jul 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 12 Oct 2026, 21 Dec 2026 - 26 Dec 2026, 28 Dec 2026 - 02 Jan 2027

ATPAL 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

You can choose from the following class times:

Morning session
09:00 AM - 02:30 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

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 Montreal.

Class size

Average 12 students
Maximum 16 students

Student age

Age range 17 - 60 years old
Average 35 years old
(30 in the summer)

Certificate

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

ATPAL is located in the heart of downtown Montreal with easy access to both the Green and Orange metro lines. The school's prime location and its unique, patented teaching methodology make it an ideal place to learn English and French: students benefit from a personalized approach with a 70% focus on speaking skills that helps them learn 30% faster than traditional methods. ATPAL has modern facilities that include contemporary classrooms with audiovisual equipment, collaborative workspaces, a resource center with digital learning materials, and comfortable common areas. The school's innovative methodology combines practical, real-world applications with continuous personalized feedback, ensuring each student progresses at an accelerated pace while building confidence in their language communication skills for professional and personal success.Retry

Year opened
1972

Facilities

  • Social Activities
  • Cultural Trips
  • TV Room
  • Elevators
  • Wheelchair access
  • Eating Area
  • Free Internet
  • Wireless Internet
  • After-Class Seminars
  • Studying Area

Teacher qualifications

Native English speakers
All
Teachers with college degrees
All

Nationality and age mix

The nationality and age mix at ATPAL Languages varies over different time periods, courses and levels. Throughout the year, the average age is 35. In the summer, the average age is 30.

School holidays

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

Open dates
Year round
School holidays
22 Dec 2025 - 27 Dec 2025, 29 Dec 2025 - 03 Jan 2026, 03 Apr 2026, 18 May 2026, 24 Jun 2026, 01 Jul 2026, 07 Sep 2026, 12 Oct 2026, 21 Dec 2026 - 26 Dec 2026, 28 Dec 2026 - 02 Jan 2027

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Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you.

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Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Montreal based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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