French Classes
Learn and experience French language
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Valid membership is required for all students to attend classes. Discover our Membership Offers.
Enrollment Campaign
1st Term | January-April
2nd Term | April-June
Summer Special / July-August
3rd Term | September-December
Online Classes Information
Due to the pandemic of COVID-19, on site classes can be conducted online, as the Alliance Française of Jamaica continues to follow the safety measures recommended by the Public Health Ministry.
Private Lessons
Private Classes are aimed at people who wish to learn French at their own pace, who wish to benefit from a specific learning program or who cannot come at the Alliance Française’s premises.
From A1 to C2 levels
Pros
- Private tutor
- Tailor-made schedule and program
Starting at 3,000JMD/hour
Teenagers Classes
Intended for teens students, this course will provide them with the best means to develop their skills in the four core areas (reading, writing, listening and speaking) in a friendly yet stimulating environment.
1st-3rd Form
Every Saturday mornings
Pros
- Compliment to schools’ French classes
- Modern and interactive way of teaching
- Support to your CSEC French exam
Starting at 22,000JMD/term
Adults Classes
Our courses enable our students to develop linguistic, socio-cultural and rapidly applicable skills through language activities defined by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
From A1 to C2 levels
Pros
- There is no age to learn new things
- Smart educational material
- Communication based activities
Starting at 38,000JMD/term
Corporate Classes
This course is specifically designed for companies and professional organizations wishing to train their staff in the French language. Together we can establish a needs analysis to set up a training program and schedule helping you achieve your specific goals.
From A1 to C2 levels
Pros
- Fully customized offer
- Tailor-made to the precise needs of your linguistic situation and workfield
Ask us for a quote!
CSEC Preparation
If you want to improve your skills in a particular linguistic field in a academic and/or professional perspective, together we can establish a needs analysis to set up a training program and schedule helping you achieve your specific goals.
Every Thursday afternoons
Pros
- Fully customized offer
- Tailor-made to the precise needs of your linguistic situation and workfield
Starting at 22,000JMD/term
Conversation and TEF Canada Preparation
You want to study or work in Canada, but a minimum level of French is required at the TEF exam? This conversation and preparation courses give you the keys to success.
From A1 to C2 levels
Pros
- Training for the new DELF/DALF examination format
- Get to understand exactly what is expected from you and pass the exam successfully!
Starting at 30 000JMD/term
Language Level Test
Do you want to test your language level before signing up for a course?
Starting a training, sitting an exam or applying for a job? We have the test which meets your needs!
Oral test on Zoom (10 minutes max)
- On the assigned date and time, follow the Zoom link given to you to test your speaking skills. Make sure you connect yourself at least 5 minutes before your test in order to check your speaker and mic.
- No specific preparation is required. The test will be live with a French teacher. Don’t be stressed!
Placement tests fees 3000JMD$
To register for the placement test, please contact admin@afjamaica.com
Foreign Language Classes
Beyond borders!
Starting at -130 EUR
Patwa Classes (Pour Francophones)
Apprends le patois jamaicain en direct depuis Kingston !
Notre programme se base sur une approche linguistique et socio-culturelle de la Jamaïque. Ainsi, des éléments seront apportés sur le contexte géographique, politique, religieux et artistique du pays tout en apprenant la langue. Des chansons (reggae, dancehall), poèmes et articles en patois sont utilisés en classe. Des invités (artistes, chanteurs…) participeront à certaines séances pour interagir avec les étudiants. Le cours est enseigné par un jamaïcain bilingue.
FAQ
My registration
How do I apply for admission as a student?
How can I pay?
Two options:
- At the reception desk during working hours with cheque, credit card or cash
- For payments in branch or by wire-transfer at the National Commercial Bank, Matilda’s Corner Branch
Bank Address: 32 Trafalgar Road, Kingston 10, Jamaica, W.I. | SWIFT/BIC code: JNCBJMKX
Account name: Alliance Française de la Jamaïque | Account numbe: 371035028
Please email the receipt/voucher or a copy of the confirmation page to confirm payment to admin@afjamaica.com
What are the deadlines for registration or pre-registration?
No deadlines! You can join a class any time. If you want to enjoy the full term, do not miss the registration periods: January 1-15 / April 1-15 / September 1-15. Private classes are also availaible !
Courses
When can I start classes?
Classes take place all year-round. New sessions start in January, April and September, but you can also join a class at mid-session if you like.
How many students are there per class?
There is an average of 10 students per class.
Which teaching method is used?
All our teachers use a communication based approach in their classes. We have one textbook corresponding to each level. Teachers also use all kinds of teaching facilities (audio, videos, etc). You may enquire at the secretariat or at admin@afjmaica.com if you wish to purchase the textbook. This one can last up to one year.
If you didn’t find any answers to your question in this FAQ,
please contact admin@afjmaica.com