General information

The Alliance Française of Rouen-Normandie is an accredited French language school located in the heart of town, two minutes from the railway station and the Museum of Fine Arts, and specialized in the organization of language and cultural stays.
Its courses are taught by highly qualified, experienced teachers. Its centre has been awarded the Qualité FLE accreditation. Alliance Française belongs to the premiere cultural network in the world, with 813 Alliances Françaises in 133 countries over the 5 continents.

School's values:

• Respect for cultural diversity
• Strive for excellence in all activities offered
• Modernity and innovation
• Passion for exchange
• Fellowship

560,000 students learn French each year thanks to the Alliance Française network.
30 years - established in 1986, the Alliance Française de Rouen-Normandie celebrated its 30th birthday in 2016.

5 good reasons to learn french :
1. A LANGUAGE FOR TRAVELLERS.
More than 200 million people speak French throughout the world. France is the most visited country in the world with 84.5 million visitors in 2015.
2. AN ASSET FOR YOUR PROFESSIONAL CAREER.
A good knowledge of French allows you to register in the largest universities in France and overseas. Moreover, it’s an asset that will enhance your opportunities on the international job market.
3. LANGUAGE OF CULTURE.
French is the international language of cookery, drama, visual arts, dance, architecture. French is the language of Victor Hugo, Molière, Edith Piaf, Zinedine Zidane, Leopold Sédar Senghor and many others.
4. A LANGUAGE WHICH FACILITATES AN EXTENDED WORLD VISION.
Speaking another language enables you to meet other people and to explore different cultures throughout the world. Learning French makes the learning of other languages easier, especially Latin languages.
5. BECAUSE IT’S CHIC!
French is a rich, beautiful and melodious language often called... the language of love.

5 good reasons to learn French at Alliance Française de Rouen-Normandie

1. EXCELLENCE.
Its courses are taught by highly qualified, experienced teachers. Its centre has been awarded the Qualité FLE accreditation. Awarded by the French State, enabling identification, recognition and promotion of institutions teaching French as a foreign language whose linguistic products and services are quality guaranteed.
2. TO LIVE AN EXPERIENCE.
Rouen, capital of one of the most beautiful regions of France, is the ideal location to learn French. The school is located in the heart of town, two minutes from the railway station and the Museum of Fine Arts. You know what? Paris is only 1 hours 10 minutes from Rouen.
3. INNOVATION.
The AF uses the latest teaching methods as well as touch-enabled interactive projectors for greater interactivity in class.
4. INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION.
Do you wish to have your level in French certified? The AF de Rouen is an official exam centre enabling candidates to attain official diplomas certified by the French Ministry of Education and internationally recognised.
5. MEETINGS AND DISCOVERIES.
At the Alliance Française, make new friends from the 4 corners of the world and discover the incredible Normandy heritage. Its team, host families and volunteers warmly welcome you.

Things to see and to do:

• Escape: stroll along the river banks; take a boat trip on te River Seine; watch a sunset on Sainte-Catherine Hill.
• Enjoy art and culture: see a painting by Monet at Museum of Fine Arts; take part in the numerous festivals and concerts; take a selfie in front of the cathedral.
• Go for a walk: be smitten by the half-timbered houses; go shopping and buy macarons; explore by bike, horse, canoe...
• Taste the flavours of Normandy: take the cider route; taste camembert or livarot cheese; take part in scallop and herring festivals.

French classes

Choose the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference) course which will enable you to improve your level according to your availability and personal goals.

• General French: communication skills, real-life situations, immersion guaranteed!
• Linguistic and cultural workshops: every day, strengthen your oral and written skill, and discover French culture (history, literature, gastronomy, cinema etc).
• Tailored packages / au pair packages: 30 hours.
• Online education: starting from level A2.
• Professional or academic French courses: contact us.
• Conversation classes: around a snack, in a relaxed atmosphere.

For more details about programs, rates, commissions, dates, schedule etc - please contact us.

All year round Alliance Françaice organises tailored language courses for student groups and teachers: French classes, leisure activity outings, excursions to one of the most touristic regions of France (Mont Saint-Michel, Etretat, Giverny, Honfleur, D-Day Beaches) and also to Paris, Versailles, le Puy du fou, Loire Valley etc.

Rates and maximum commission to agencies - on request