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Group Conversation

Practice your speaking skills in a comfortable and friendly setting with discussions and debates on various topics. You will maintain and develop your vocabulary. If you are aiming to progress through levels, our comprehensive courses (2 hours a week) are probably best. Intermediate and advanced levels. Maximum 8 students per class. 

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Beginners

Beginner's French | A1.1

French Comprehensive Group Courses

This course, designed for complete beginners, will give you a solid grounding in basic French which you can build upon for further learning. Learn everything about greetings, introducing yourself and numbers! You will also learn how to describe the city you live in and talk about the different means of transportation. 

Materials: Textbook Odyssée A1, Livre de l’élève, ISBN: 978-2-09-035569-7 (Not provided by the Alliance Française) 



Pace: 2 hours weekly
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St Margaret’s Institute
Tuesday   6:30pm ▸ 8:30pm
08 Sep 2026 ▸ 15 Dec 2026

Beginner's French | A1.2

French Comprehensive Group Courses

In this course for false beginners, you’ll learn how to describe a person and their personality, you will be able to describe relations within a family and start diving into the future (tense) to talk about your schedule. Come widen your cultural horizons with festivals like “La Fête des Lumières” in Lyon, or talk about fashion and discover new Parisian boutiques!  

Materials: Textbook Odyssée A1, Livre de l’élève, ISBN: 978-2-09-035569-7 (Not provided by the Alliance Française) 



Pace: 2 hours weekly
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St Margaret’s Institute
Monday   10am ▸ 12pm
07 Sep 2026 ▸ 14 Dec 2026

Beginner's French | A2.1

French Comprehensive Group Courses

This term, you will dive into the past (tense) and use the passé composé (perfect tense) and the imparfait (imperfect tense) to describe memories and past events. You will also learn how to compare and describe someone’s personality and appearance, and will discover the portraits of famous Francophone celebrities such as the Belgian singer Angèle or the French writer Alexandre Dumas! 

Materials: Textbook Odyssée A2, Livre de l’élève, ISBN: 978-2-09-035572-7 (Not provided by the Alliance Française) 


Pace: 2 hours weekly

FUNETICS: Secrets of French Pronunciation for Beginners

Themed workshops
Participants will improve their pronunciation skills in this fun, interactive workshop. We have perfected our activities over the years, and we believe you will be amazed by the results!

For adult beginner students

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St Margaret’s Institute
Saturday 26 Sep 2026 - 9am ▸ 12pm
26 Sep 2026

Italian Post-Beginners | A2

Italian Comprehensive Group Classes

Designed for learners who already have a basic foundation in Italian, this course is ideal for those who have studied the present tense and can talk about themselves, their family, hobbies, and daily routines.

Students may have already encountered the passato prossimo but need more practice to use it with confidence.
The course strengthens grammar, expands vocabulary, and builds fluency in real-life situations.
By the end of the term, you will be able to chat away and enjoy la dolce vita with your new Italian friends!

Materials: Textbook Nuovo Espresso PLUS 2, ISBN: 9788861828469 (Not provided by the Alliance Française)


Pace: 1 session weekly
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St Margaret’s Institute
Wednesday   9:30am ▸ 11:30am
23 Sep 2026 ▸ 02 Dec 2026
Conversation Courses (broad intermediate)

French Conversation

French Conversation classes
Practice your speaking skills in a comfortable and friendly setting with discussions and debates on various subjects, such as current affairs, art and ideas. You will receive a weekly article to read and discuss in class.
Our conversation classes help you maintain and develop your vocabulary.


Pace: 1 hour weekly

French Conversation

French Conversation classes
Practice your speaking skills in a comfortable and friendly setting with discussions and debates on various subjects, such as current affairs, art and ideas. You will receive a weekly article to read and discuss in class.
Our conversation classes help you maintain and develop your vocabulary.


Pace: 1.5 hours weekly

Italian Conversation | B1-B2

Italian Conversation Classes
Practise your speaking skills in a comfortable and friendly setting, with lively discussions on a range of topics — from describing your dream destination to the events and experiences of everyday life.

With the help of prompts and guided conversations, you will work on widening your vocabulary and improving your fluency.
This course is best suited for learners looking to speak with greater confidence and ease.


Pace: 1 session weekly
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St Margaret’s Institute
Wednesday   11:30am ▸ 12:30pm
23 Sep 2026 ▸ 02 Dec 2026
Intermediate

Atelier de préparation au TEF Canada

Themed workshops
Découvrez le format du TEF Canada et préparez-vous à réussir l'examen !

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St Margaret’s Institute
Saturday 14 Nov 2026 - 10am ▸ 12:30pm
14 Nov 2026

Créativité lexicale

Themed workshops
Découvrez les nouveaux mots du dictionnaire 2026, puis twistez les mots et inventez vos propres mots-valises ! 

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St Margaret’s Institute
Saturday 17 Oct 2026 - 10am ▸ 11:30am
17 Oct 2026

Intermediate French | B1.1

French Comprehensive Group Courses

In this intermediate course, through the topics of love, travels, and education, you will learn how to express yourself with more flexibility. The grammar points, both in revision and new, include how to talk about past events, express cause, and the use of adverbs.  

Materials: Textbook Odyssée B1, Livre de l’élève, ISBN: 978-2-09-035580-2 (Not provided by the Alliance Française) 





Pace: 2 hours weekly

Intermediate French | B1.3

French Comprehensive Group Courses

This term, join us as we explore environmental issues and initiatives, as well as Francophone artistic and cultural projects from around the world, demonstrating once again that French is truly a global language. Grammar points this term will focus on expressing doubts, the relative pronoun dont, and reported past speech.

Materials: Textbook Odyssée B1, Livre de l’élève, ISBN: 978-2-09-035580-2 (Not provided by the Alliance Française)





Pace: 2 hours weekly
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St Margaret’s Institute
Thursday   6:30pm ▸ 8:30pm
10 Sep 2026 ▸ 17 Dec 2026

Intermediate French | B1.4

French Comprehensive Group Courses

This term, join us as we explore environmental issues and initiatives, as well as Francophone artistic and cultural projects from around the world, demonstrating once again that French is truly a global language. Grammar points this term will focus on expressing doubts, the relative pronoun dont, and reported past speech.

Materials: Textbook Odyssée B1, Livre de l’élève, ISBN: 978-2-09-035580-2 (Not provided by the Alliance Française)


Pace: 2 hours weekly

Intermediate French | B2.2

French Comprehensive Group Courses

This term, come chat about your professional experience and discuss Internet and social media. Express your opinion on cyber-addiction or on the purpose of education while expanding your vocabulary! Grammar points will cover the structures of the hypothesis, past reported speech and declarative sentences.

Materials : Textbook Edito B2, ISBN : 9782278103669 (Not provided by the Alliance Française)



Pace: 2 hours weekly
ORDER THIS COURSE:
St Margaret’s Institute
Tuesday   6:30pm ▸ 8:30pm
08 Sep 2026 ▸ 15 Dec 2026

Intermediate French | B2.3

French Comprehensive Group Courses

Join us this term for an exciting journey through cutting-edge scientific and artistic topics! Dive into the world of AI, explore the mysteries of space, and tackle the urgent issue of global warming. Learn how to express your artistic tastes and discover how art can be a powerful tool for therapy. 

Grammar points this term will focus on relative pronouns, a revision of the future tense and our beloved subjunctive.  
 

Materials : Textbook Edito B2, ISBN : 9782278103669 (Not provided by the Alliance Française) 



Pace: 2 hours weekly
ORDER THIS COURSE:
St Margaret’s Institute
Thursday   6:30pm ▸ 8:30pm
10 Sep 2026 ▸ 17 Dec 2026
Advanced

Advanced French | C1.1

French Comprehensive Group Courses

This term, in this advanced class, come and join us to talk about the five senses and discover figures of speech. This term will also be the opportunity to discuss the impact of war on our modern society, and we will go over various topics like clothing styles and haute couture! Grammar points this term will focus on the reported speech in the past, but also on the active and passive voice.

Materials: Textbook Edito C1, Méthode de français, ISBN: 9782278090969 (Not provided by the Alliance Française)


 



Pace: 2 hours weekly

Advanced French | C1.2

French Comprehensive Group Courses

Join our advanced class to explore the rich world of French arts and culture, from music to cinema, and from iconic theatre to modern performances. Discover influential artists, movements, and works that have shaped French and global culture, while discussing their relevance today. 

Develop your ability to analyse and discuss artistic creations, express your emotions and opinions with nuance, and expand your cultural vocabulary through engaging conversations and activities inspired by music, films, and the stage. 





Pace: 2 hours weekly

Créativité lexicale

Themed workshops
Découvrez les nouveaux mots du dictionnaire 2026, puis twistez les mots et inventez vos propres mots-valises ! 

ORDER THIS COURSE:
St Margaret’s Institute
Saturday 17 Oct 2026 - 10am ▸ 11:30am
17 Oct 2026

Female Voices of the Desert: A Literary and Cultural Exploration

Step into the captivating world of the desert through the eyes of Francophone women writers from North Africa. In this 3-seminar series, Female Voices of the Desert: A Literary and Cultural Exploration, we will journey across dunes, oases, and stories to discover how the desert inspires memory, identity, resistance, and creativity. Through literature and culture, we will explore women's experiences of the Sahara, the power of storytelling, and the rich cultural heritage of a region often reduced to myth and stereotype. Join us for a fascinating exploration of voices that bring the desert to life in all its complexity, beauty, and resilience.



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£375.00

Envol septembre 2026: £20 off
Normally: £395
Code: C1.1-WED-A-26


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Did you know that as a student of an Alliance Française, you are a member of a large national and international network?




At the AF UK Meet and Speak
, you will get the opportunity to meet other AF students of similar levels from around the UK. Conversations will be in small groups, with suggested ice-breaker topics suited to each level.


The meeting is open to all UK AF students enrolled in classes from A1 level upwards.


Free - Open to all - Online (on Zoom)

PLEASE NOTE:
 Registrations will close two hours before the event


Looking forward to seeing you all!


MEET & SPEAK



 


J'aime l'atmosphère, aimable et intelligente


A student in our conversation class (Dec 2023)



 


The teachers are exceptional


A student in our conversation class (Dec 2023)



 


The teachers are exceptionally good. 


A student in our Conversation Class



 


Friendliness, Professionalism, Variety.


Student in our conversation class (Dec 2022)



 


This class has been the best yet that I have done at AF d’Oxford. The materials are interesting, the class is friendly and supportive, and the teacher is excellent. In particular it has allowed me to focus on pronunciation and speaking.


March 2022



 


Mon voyage heureux à Oxford (...) c’est la journée du cours de conversation (à l'Alliance Française). Mes co-étudiants sont enthousiastes, intéressants et nous travaillons bien ensembles. Notre professeure Zoé nous encourage à nous améliorer en prononciation, expression et compréhension. Son enthousiasme est infectieux.”


Graham (November 2021)



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