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Long term France programmes at Alpha B., Nice

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340.- EUR

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Key points

Young and dynamic city
School located at the very heart of Nice
Wide choice of sports and cultural activities

The school

Levels: Beginner to Advanced
Exams: DELF
School size: M
Accommodation: Host family, Apartment, Residence
Disabled access: Disabled access at school
Wifi: WiFi is free

The students

Minimum age: 16 years
Average age: 24 years
Nationality mix: Germany, Switzerland, United Kingdom, etc..

Our partner school in Nice is located at the heart of the capital of the French Riviera, just a stone's throw away from the shops, the beach and the old town. The language school occupies a former “Belle Epoque” hotel that has recently been completely renovated. With 16 classrooms, this school offers modern facilities, free Internet access and a library. During breaks or after classes, you can relax in the garden. In order to be able to welcome all the students whilst keeping reasonable class sizes, from July to September Alpha B opens a second language school centre with 12 classrooms and identical facilities, close to the main building.

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Optional language workshops
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Diploma or certificate
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Lessons: 20 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 24 week(s)
Levels: Beginner to advanced (C1)

Students/class: Max 10
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: 09:00-12:20; Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

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2230 EUR

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4471 EUR

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10402 EUR

8899 EUR

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Starting dates beginner

06.01 / 06.04 / 25.05 / 06.07 / 03.08 / 31.08 / 26.10.2020

Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

13.04 / 01.05 / 21.05 / 01.06 / 14.07 / 11.11.2020

Holidays

22.12.2019 - 04.01.2020
20.12.2020 - 02.01.2021

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Lessons: 30 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 1 - 24 week(s)
Levels: Elementary (A1) to advanced (C1)

Students/class: Max 10
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: 09:00-12:20 (Mon, Fri), 09:00-12:20 + 13:15-16:00 (Tues, Wed, Thu); Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

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3430 EUR

6418 EUR

5671 EUR

4550 EUR

8546 EUR

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6790 EUR

12802 EUR

11299 EUR

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Starting dates

Every week, throughout the year

Bank holidays

13.04 / 01.05 / 21.05 / 01.06 / 14.07 / 11.11.2020

Holidays

22.12.2019 - 04.01.2020
20.12.2020 - 02.01.2021

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Lessons: General (group): 20 of 45 minutes
+ Exam preparation (private): 6 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 4 week(s)
Levels: Elementary (A1) to upper-elementary (A2)

Students/class: Max 10
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: General (group): 09:00-12:20
Exam preparation (private): 13:15-14:45 (Tues, Wed, Thu); Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Please note: exams take place in Valbonne

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2100 EUR

3072 EUR

2829 EUR

EUR 1 ≈ GBP 0.87 (Not-binding exchange rate)

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Starting dates 4 wk

03.02 / 02.03 / 20.04 / 02.06 / 29.06 / 27.07 / 14.09 / 26.10 / 16.11.2020

Exam dates

26.02 - 28.02 / 25.03 - 27.03 / 13.04 - 15.04 / 13.05 - 15.05 / 24.06 - 26.06 / 22.07 - 24.07 / 19.08 - 21.08 / 07.10 - 09.10 / 18.11 - 20.11 / 09.12 - 11.12.2020

Bank holidays

13.04 / 01.05 / 21.05 / 01.06 / 14.07 / 11.11.2020

Holidays

22.12.2019 - 04.01.2020
20.12.2020 - 02.01.2021

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Lessons: General (group): 20 of 45 minutes
+ Exam preparation (private): 6 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 4 week(s)
Levels: Lower-intermediate (A2-B1) to advanced (C1)

Students/class: Max 10
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: General (group): 09:00-12:20
Exam preparation (private): 13:15-14:45 (Tues, Wed, Thu); Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Please note: exams take place in Valbonne

Course info

Free quote

2100 EUR

3072 EUR

2829 EUR

EUR 1 ≈ GBP 0.87 (Not-binding exchange rate)

Options

Starting dates 4 wk

03.02 / 02.03 / 20.04 / 02.06 / 29.06 / 27.07 / 14.09 / 26.10 / 16.11.2020

Exam dates

26.02 - 28.02 / 25.03 - 27.03 / 13.04 - 15.04 / 13.05 - 15.05 / 24.06 - 26.06 / 22.07 - 24.07 / 19.08 - 21.08 / 07.10 - 09.10 / 18.11 - 20.11 / 09.12 - 11.12.2020

Bank holidays

13.04 / 01.05 / 21.05 / 01.06 / 14.07 / 11.11.2020

Holidays

22.12.2019 - 04.01.2020
20.12.2020 - 02.01.2021

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Lessons: General (group): 20 of 45 minutes
+ Exam preparation (private): 6 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 4 week(s)
Levels: Lower-intermediate (A2-B1) to advanced (C1)

Students/class: Max 10
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: General (group): 09:00-12:20
Exam preparation (private): 13:15-14:45 (Tues, Wed, Thu); Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Please note: exams take place in Valbonne

Course info

Free quote

2100 EUR

3072 EUR

2829 EUR

EUR 1 ≈ GBP 0.87 (Not-binding exchange rate)

Options

Starting dates 4 wk

03.02 / 02.03 / 20.04 / 02.06 / 29.06 / 27.07 / 14.09 / 26.10 / 16.11.2020

Exam dates

26.02 - 28.02 / 25.03 - 27.03 / 13.04 - 15.04 / 13.05 - 15.05 / 24.06 - 26.06 / 22.07 - 24.07 / 19.08 - 21.08 / 07.10 - 09.10 / 18.11 - 20.11 / 09.12 - 11.12.2020

Bank holidays

13.04 / 01.05 / 21.05 / 01.06 / 14.07 / 11.11.2020

Holidays

22.12.2019 - 04.01.2020
20.12.2020 - 02.01.2021

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

Lessons: General (group): 20 of 45 minutes
+ Exam preparation (private): 6 of 45 minutes
Course duration: 4 week(s)
Levels: Intermediate (B1-B2) to advanced (C1)

Students/class: Max 10
Minimum age: 16 years
Schedule: General (group): 09:00-12:20
Exam preparation (private): 13:15-14:45 (Tues, Wed, Thu); Schedule may vary depending on student’s level and time of year.

Please note: exams take place in Valbonne

Course info

Free quote

2100 EUR

3072 EUR

2829 EUR

EUR 1 ≈ GBP 0.87 (Not-binding exchange rate)

Options

Starting dates 4 wk

03.02 / 02.03 / 20.04 / 02.06 / 29.06 / 27.07 / 14.09 / 26.10 / 16.11.2020

Exam dates

26.02 - 28.02 / 25.03 - 27.03 / 13.04 - 15.04 / 13.05 - 15.05 / 24.06 - 26.06 / 22.07 - 24.07 / 19.08 - 21.08 / 07.10 - 09.10 / 18.11 - 20.11 / 09.12 - 11.12.2020

Bank holidays

13.04 / 01.05 / 21.05 / 01.06 / 14.07 / 11.11.2020

Holidays

22.12.2019 - 04.01.2020
20.12.2020 - 02.01.2021

Arrival: Sunday prior to course start
Departure: Saturday following course end

100% authentic opinions

These students attended a course in this school through ESL – Language studies abroad and their evaluation has been checked. Students' opinions don't necessarily correspond to those of ESL – Language studies abroad, but reflect the individual experience of those participants. This is meant to provide you with further information about this school.

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97% of students recommending this school

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172 students gave their opinion about this school

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Anna C.

25 years old - Spain

/ 5

Mi estancia con la familia fue magnífica. Era súper agradable y siempre estaba dispuesta a conversar en francés

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2 weeks, September 2019

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Do you think you've made progress?

« Gracias a la estancia mejoré bastante el francés puesto que no habían españoles y las clases eran muy entretenidas »

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« El nivel de francés y el tipo de personas (estudiantes y profesores) »

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Olivia K.

17 years old - Switzerland

/ 5

Nizza war herrlich, das Wetter genial und alles erreichbar zu Fuss. Die ÖV ist günstig und man kommt überall hin. Das Gebäude und der Standort sind optimal. Die LehrerInnen sind sehr nett und hilfsbereit. Der Unterricht ist natürlich lehrerabhängig, jedoch immer abwechslungsreich. Um sein Niveau zu wechseln muss man immer auf den Wochenanfang warten, was sehr schade ist, wenn man nur für kurze Zeit da ist. Der Einstufungstest am Anfang ist sehr aussageschwach.

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4 weeks, September – October 2019

Value for money (3 / 5)
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Sonja M.

19 years old - Switzerland

/ 5

Nizza hat extrem viel Kultur zum Entdecken, Museen, Restaurants, Gebäude, Märkte etc. Es waren oft einige aus der Schweiz in einer Klasse, aber wir hatten so gute Lehrer und eher kleine Gruppen, dass man trotzdem sehr effizient lernen konnte. Unsere Lehrer waren äusserst professionell und engagiert. Der Unterricht war gut strukturiert und man lernte extrem viel. Die Ausflüge der Schule waren immer sehr gut organisiert. Die Reiseleiter kannten sich wirklich aus und waren immer zur Stelle bei Fragen.

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2 weeks, September – October 2019

Value for money (5 / 5)
Destination (5 / 5)
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School (4.8 / 5)
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Do you think you've made progress?

« Ja, durch die kleinen Gruppen kam man viel mehr zum Reden als in grossen Klassen in der Schule. Die Lehrer waren Muttersprachler und somit war das Lernen auch viel konsequenter und effizienter. »

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« Unbedingt die Tour nach Monaco machen. Die Schule ist sehr gut organisiert und man lernt Monaco gut kennen. Die Märkte sollte man anschauen und in die Oper oder in die Museen gehen. Der Strand eignet sich selbst im Herbst noch zum Schwimmen, da das Wasser dann immer noch warm ist. »

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Value for money (4 / 5)
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Olivia I.

17 years old - United Kingdom

/ 5

Amaing teaching from Anouk and Mariane, really high qaulity and lovely teachers who made it fun but very educational Yvette was lovely

1 week, September 2019

Value for money (4 / 5)
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Do you think you've made progress?

« Yes, a lot bcause of teh immersion level »

School highlights

« Teachers were truly amazing, the other students were so lovely, one of my favourite experiences »

Value for money (5 / 5)
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Value for money (5 / 5)
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Sabrina W.

22 years old - Austria

/ 5

Ich war begeistert von Nice! Von vorne bis hinten! Die Klassenräume waren jetzt icht soooo toll, aber war schon okay!Hatte zwei Wochen super tolle Lehrer, aber eine Woche hatte ich eine schlechte Lehrperson, die absolut nicht auf uns eingegangen ist und in dieser Woche habe ich somit auch leider nicht wirklich was gelernt! Hätte mir keine bessere Gastmutter wünschen können! Würde sofort wieder zu ihr! Sie kocht unglaublich gut, war immer sehr interessiert und hat gefragt, was wir so gemacht haben tagsüber, sie hat und Reisetippa gegeben, von ihrem Leben erzählt,...Immer französisch mit uns gesprochen und uns dazu motiviert, dies auch zu tun! :)

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3 weeks, August 2019

Value for money (4 / 5)
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Do you think you've made progress?

« Ja, auf jeden Fall! Dadurch, dass der Unterricht komplett auf französisch ist, kommt man schnell ins Hören rein und ebenfalls ins Sprechen, da man ja immer aich auf französisch antworten/Fragen stellen soll!Je nach Lehrperson war die Unterrichtsmethode entweder sehr sehr gut, oder mittelmäßig! »

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Testimonials

Isabel Mugartegui Eguia

Alpha-B, Nice
Duration: 24 weeks

Students may have lessons in three different buildings, but most of the classes take place in a single building. It is a welcoming building with light classrooms dating back to the 19th century and located right in the town centre. The teachers are attentive and patient with foreign students, but above all, they are very helpful. I had the same teacher during most of my stay. His teaching method was perfectly adapted to my classmates and me and I can say that my language skills greatly improved. The school staff is always available for students. Being nice and friendly is included in the service here!

My host family: simply perfect! A beautiful house and a welcoming environment. What more could I ask for?

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Host family
This is the ideal option for a total immersion in French language and culture. Host families are selected by the school and live about 20-30 minutes by public transport from the language school. You can stay in a single or a double room (with another student of the same sex and a similar age) and half board is provided to all students. In addition, your host family will provide you with bed linen and bath towels and will pick you up at the airport.

France Riviera residence
Stay in these well-equipped, self-catering single studio apartments for your language stay in Nice, just 2 minutes on foot from the beach and 10 minutes by bus from the picturesque city centre. Each of the 52 studios comes with a kitchenette with a mini-fridge, microwave and stovetop, plus a private bathroom, free Wi-Fi, weekly cleaning (including change of bed linen, provided free of charge) and a desk. The perfect accommodation option if you’re looking for a little independence during your stay on the French Riviera!

Shared apartment
Sharing an apartment with one or several people from Nice can also be a very good accomodation option. Twenty-thirty minutes away from the school, you will stay in a single or double room and will share the common areas of the apartment. You will be able to cook your own meals in the shared kitchen, with your flatmate(s) or on your own. Please note that bath towels are not provided.

Located by the sea and not far from the mountains, Nice offers many outdoor activities such as rafting, canyoning, horse riding and even skiing. If this is not enough, enjoy your nights out in a club or at a concert, and take part in the activities organised by the cultural association Lingua Franca: French film screenings, museum guided tours, excursions with commentary, festivals and cultural activities on the French Riviera.