Learn French in Nice
As the capital of Côte d'Azur, the beautiful city of Nice is the fifth largest city in France. Nice offers a sparkling seaside location, Provencal pleasures, a wealth of fine architecture, and a breezy and relaxing culture.
Nice is a popular tourist destination because of its fantastic location between the Alps and Italy's Gulf of Genoa. Here you will experience the perfect, temperate weather of a Mediterranean destination. Just about everywhere you go in Nice, you will find interesting ruins, historical museums, stylish boutiques, and cafés.
Most of the buildings where you will find cafés in Nice are from the 17th and 18th century, which creates a uniquely timeless atmosphere. You will usually find the city-streets full of activity as pedestrians go for relaxing strolls along the Promenade des Anglais or shop at the famous outdoor markets in Venetian-style squares.
If you need some help on what to see first, don't hesitate to contact us! We've even created a handy list of things to do in Nice just for our students.
Schools
Out of all the Teenagers Abroad French programs, our most popular is our camp in Nice, which is held at two separate campuses in the city. The location of your French courses depends on when you travel to Nice.
Year-round Campus
Our main language school is located in the centre of Nice, just a short walk from the Old Town.
Dates are different June 17th to Aug 25th
During the high season, lessons also take place in a separate building located 5 minutes away from our year-round campus.
Standard French Courses
20 group lessons per week (15 hours per week)
Intensive French Courses
20 group lessons PLUS 4 private lessons per week (18 hours per week)
The Teenagers Abroad French Camp
Class size: 15 Students max.
Standard French courses normally held 9:00-12:30pm, Monday - Friday
Intensive French courses normally held 1:15-2:00pm, Monday - Friday
French courses for beginners and intermediate levels, no advanced level
Teachers are qualified & native French speakers
Students will receive a Language certificate at the end of the program
International Student Body
We expect that 85% of students attending our courses in Montpellier will be non-native English speakers from Europe, Asia, & Latin America. The remaining 15% are expected to be English native speakers from North America and/or the UK.
Number of Students attending the course
Based on 2017 attendance records, we expect to have 60-80 students in July and 60-70 students in August.
Typical Day at Nice French School
Breakfast: 8:00 - 9:00am
French Courses: 9:00 - 12:30pm
Lunch: 12:30 - 2:00pm
Organized Activities: 2:00 - 5:00pm
Free/ leisure time: 5:00 - 7:00pm
Evening meal/ evening activities: 7:00 - 11:00pm
Lights out: 11:00pm
Accommodation & Meals
Students participating in the French program will have the choice between two accommodation options:
Residence Accommodation (ages 16-17)
- 3+ bedded rooms
- 3 meals daily (packed lunch)
- 15 min. away from main school
- On site supervision
Host Family Accommodation
- Double rooms
- 3 meals daily (packed lunch)
- Students walk to school or use public transportation
- Housing located 20 to 40 minutes from the school
- Available to students with prior knowledge of English
Activities & Excursions
Activities at a language school enhance learning through cultural workshops, excursions, and language practice sessions. These activities provide a fun, immersive environment for students to apply their skills in real-world settings.
- Daily afternoon or evening activities
- Weekly half-day excursion
- Weekly full-day excursion
- Other activities and excursions available for a small surcharge
Our program in Nice provides participants with sufficient time after courses to learn more about France, its culture, traditions, customs and everyday life. Students will experience cultural and social activities with their new international classmates. This will provide them with the opportunity to practice their new French language skills and make new friends!
Crew & Supervision
Level of supervision: MODERATE
Curfew is at 11:00 pm every day.
Students must return to their accommodation by or before the curfew time, unless they are participating in a tour or activity organized by the school, regardless of their age or circumstance. No exceptions will be made!
Travel & Arrival Information
Airport Arrival
Nice Cote d'Azur (NCE)
Nice's international airport is located just 20 min outside of the city.
Transfers from the airport are included on the day of arrival (Sunday) and on the day of departure (Saturday), between 8am and 8pm.
Passports/Visa/Length of Stay
Students are responsible for arranging any necessary visas, passports, and permits needed to study abroad. For more information about visas, permits, passports, and general country entry requirements, visit the CIBT official website.
Flights
Students are responsible for making all flight arrangements for travel to/from Nice. Upon arrival at the Nice airport, one of our staff members will meet the student and take them to their accommodation.
Travel Insurance
Teenagers Abroad participants have the option to book our Travel Health Insurance.
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