General information

LINES is an organisation that has been running intensive academic programs for Juniors and Young Learners since 1995. Focusing on English and French, LINES has created excellent tailored made courses. Its centres are based in Europe (UK and France) and the USA.

Valbonne is LINES's 1st centre in the Côte d'Azur, France. LINES Valbonne is based in the French Riviera, a region that is so close to locations such as Saint-Tropez, Cannes, Grasse, Nice etc. LINES is part of a beautiful campus.
LINES Valbonne is approximately 35 minutes from Nice International Airport and 30 minutes from Cannes. The school has private access and is set in idyllic surroundings.

LINES offers an intensive academic program for French at Valbonne. The program welcomes beginners and accepts all levels right through to advanced. There are 2 age groups at LINES Valbonne: Juniors and Seniors. The age range is from 10 to 18 years.
LINES encourages a strong international mix of students.
Students will be welcome from all corners of the world, Brazil, Japan, Italy, Spain, Russia, China, Turkey, France etc. LINES is excited about 2017 and opening its centre in Valbonne.

Whak makes LINES unique

• Complete Immersion
• 8 x 45 minute lessons a day
• 4 French language classes, 2 tutorials & 2 workshops
• Small class sizes, average 7-8, max. 10
• Class groups of same age and level
• Midweek & Weekend excursions
• Evening activity program
• Qualified, professional teachers
• Staff to student ratio 1:4
• Secure environment
• First class onsite facilities
• Tailor made courses
• All inclusive package

LINES TUTORIALS

Tutorials are an important aspect of the students academic day. 2 x 45 minutes are dedicated to tutorials daily. Tutorials are a great opportunity for students to get the most from their experience inside the classroom.
Teachers use tutorials to ensure that students are managing their work and understand what materials they are covering in class.

LINES regards tutorial lessons as vital because they allow:
• Students to get extra help
• Teachers to revise work done in class
• Teachers to discuss about academic excursions
• Students and teachers to discuss any problems
• Students to complete any work or tasks set out in class
• Students to share their experiences

LINES Activities

LINES runs its own activity program. All of the activities outlined below are included in the fee. Activities provide an opportunity for LINES students to practice their French in a native speaking environment. Students will get the opportunity to select an activity each day. Students can choose a different activity daily.

Activities: Basketball, Swimming, Field games, Football, Tennis, Disco, Quiz, Art & Craft, LINES Olympics, Computers.

LINES Excursions

Excursions are an important part of the academic program. The LINES program will allow students to enhance their learning and Scultural experience while practicing their French.
Students will get to explore some of the main attractions of the French Riviera. 1 x Mid-Week and 1 Weekend excursion are included in the basic fee.
Outlined below are places that students will visit during their time at LINES.
Please note these are subject to change.

• Saint-Tropez
• Cannes
• Nice
• Grasse
• Saint-Paul de Vence
• Lérins Islands

For more details about courses, schedule, calendar, accommodation and transfers - please contact us.

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