French classes resume: September 7 and 14, 2026 — English classes resume: October 5, 2026French classes resume: September 7 and 14, 2026 — English classes resume: October 5, 2026French classes resume: September 7 and 14, 2026 — English classes resume: October 5, 2026French classes resume: September 7 and 14, 2026 — English classes resume: October 5, 2026

    Summer French Program

    Learn French in Nantes this summer!

    Dates

    July 5 to August 13, 2027

    Schedule

    9:30 - 12:30, Monday to Friday

    Levels

    A2 to B2

    Group size

    Max 12 students

    Cultural activities

    Optional, Thursday afternoons

    Choose your program

    Flexible options from 1 to 6+ weeks

    Standard Program

    15 hours per week

    • 3h/day, Monday to Friday
    • Small groups (max 12)
    • Levels: A2 to B2
    • Dynamic and interactive classes

    1 to 3 weeks

    195€

    /week

    -5%

    4 to 6 weeks

    185€/week
    Learn more about accommodation

    Immersive Program

    15h/week + Homestay

    • Standard program included
    • Homestay with French family
    • Half-board meals
    • Full French immersion

    1 to 3 weeks

    590€

    /week

    -7%

    4 to 6 weeks

    550€/week

    Annual registration fee (book included): €65

    A1 or C1 level?

    Individual classes are available in the afternoon, tailored to your pace.

    Discover individual classes

    Discover Nantes Through Culture

    Every Thursday afternoon in July and August, enrich your summer experience with our cultural activities program in Nantes!

    Conversation Café
    Optional

    Conversation Café

    July 2, 2026
    14h - 15h
    Nantes

    5€
    Photo Rally in the City Center
    Optional

    Photo Rally in the City Center

    July 9, 2026
    14h
    Centre-Ville, Nantes

    In teams, walk through the streets of Nantes, engage in conversation with locals, in search of the perfect photo!

    5€
    Guided Tour of the Castle of the Dukes of Brittany
    Optional

    Guided Tour of the Castle of the Dukes of Brittany

    July 16, 2026
    14h
    Château des Ducs de Bretagne, Nantes

    Enter the castle walls and immerse yourself in the history of the city of Nantes.

    5€
    Guided Tour of Nantes City Center
    Optional

    Guided Tour of Nantes City Center

    July 23, 2026
    14h
    Centre-Ville, Nantes

    Discover Nantes, its anecdotes and history.

    5€
    Guided Tour of the House of People and Techniques
    Optional

    Guided Tour of the House of People and Techniques

    July 30, 2026
    14h
    Nantes

    Discovery of the House of People and Techniques.

    5€
    Guided Tour of the Botanical Garden
    Optional

    Guided Tour of the Botanical Garden

    August 6, 2026
    14h
    Rendez-vous à l'Institut Fonelia

    5€
    Conversation Café
    Optional

    Conversation Café

    August 13, 2026
    14h - 15h
    Nantes

    5€

    Why choose Fonelia this summer?

    30+ years of experience
    Located in the heart of Nantes
    International mix of students
    Cultural activity every week
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    Janina Spielkamp

    January 2025

    I spent a month at this school to improve my French, and it was a fantastic experience. The staff were super friendly, the classes well-structured, and the teacher very encouraging. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to learn French in a welcoming environment.

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    Michael Rolph

    December 2024

    I spent the first week of a 1-month holiday in France at Fonelia to 'reactivate' French I had learnt at school 40 years ago. I joined an intensive class, doing 3 hours 9:30-12:30 each day. It was a fantastic week!

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    Lidwina P. Putri

    August 2024

    I took a three-month intensive french course here and I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to improve their french. The course is well-designed and the engaging classroom activities made learning enjoyable.