Learn French in France and Switzerland

Dear Students,

At ESL, your courses are specially designed to meet the specific needs of non-Frenchspeaking international participants. We know that enjoying classes is the key to learning, and we offer lessons that are both challenging and motivating so that you'll progress more rapidly.

Our two French language schools for adults in Switzerland and France are in exceptional central city locations. You can choose to learn French in Montreux or to learn French in Lyon.

ESL Montreux - French Language School in Switzerland

This famous town on Lake Geneva is the pearl of the Swiss Riviera and one of the most visited place in Switzerland

Learn French in Switzerland, Montreux (16+)

ESL Lyon - French Language School in France

France’s second-largest city in terms of population, in many ways Lyon comes in first. Indeed, it has everything a city needs to seduce.

Learn French in France, Lyon (18+)

ESL Nice - French Language School in France

Located only fifteen minutes’ walk from Vieux-Nice and from the seafront, our school in the heart of the city centre is composed of 2 “Belle Epoque” …

Learn french in France, Nice (18+)

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8 reasons for choosing ESL

#1 Quality monitoring
With ESL, you study in schools recognised by Swiss and international quality-monitoring organisations.

#2 Centres located downtown
Our schools are ideally located right downtown, in the liveliest, most popular districts. So you’ll be close to all the shops, cafes, and restaurants, and it will be easy for you to get to the course centre from your accommodation.

#3 Two French-speaking countries
If you prefer, you can start your sessions at our city centre in Lyon and then complete them in Montreux, on the shores of Lake Geneva, surrounded by the foothills of the Alps. Or vice versa.

#4 Recognised examinations
Regardless of whether you choose to study in Lyon or Montreux, every month you will have the opportunity to sit examinations, administered at the school, which are recognised by the Ministère de l’Education Française (French Ministry of Education).

#5 Assistance and support
From your arrival until your departure, we will provide you with personalised support. Our staff is always on hand to answer your questions and help you througout your stay. In addition, you may also receive assistance by dialling an emergency phone number that is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

#6 Wireless and internet access
Our course centres are equipped with computer stations that offer internet access free of charge. Furthermore, you may access our free wireless networks located throughout the school as well as in the students’ apartments.

#7 Accommodation options
Depending on whether your top priority is to make direct contact with native speakers, to interact socially with other students, or to live on your own, you can choose from amongst several carefully selected accommodation options.

#8 Favourable quality-price ratio
Our programmes represent an excellent quality-price ratio. Regardless of the course that you choose, you will be trained by an enthusiastic, professional team that is attentive to your needs. You will study in an ideal setting for your coursework, and several times each week you will have the chance to take part in activities suggested by our leisure activity team.

Anita (31 years) from German-speaking Switzerland

Primary school teacher, 6 weeks in Lyon

"I chose Lyon for my language course in France as it is a town with a very interesting history and a lot of possibilities for cultural excursions. And ESL in Lyon? It is a school with a very relaxed atmosphere. That is a really pleasant asset. Everybody knows each other and it is easy to make contact with other students. The teachers are very nice and helpful. As a school for studying the French language: ESL is an excellent choice!"