About Alliance Française Paris Île-de-France
Alliance Française Paris Île-de-France is one of the most recognised French language schools in the world. Founded in 1883, it sits steps from the Luxembourg Gardens in the heart of Saint-Germain - the intellectual and cultural heartbeat of Paris. Classrooms are bright, the library is exceptional and the social programme keeps you living the language around the clock.
Accredited by Label Qualité FLE and a member of Fédération Internationale des Professeurs de Français, the school keeps classes small (10–14 students) and its groups genuinely international, so French is the only common language from your very first morning.
- Label Qualité FLE-accredited, Fédération Internationale des Professeurs de Français member
- Small, international classes - 10–14 students
- Free Wi-Fi, a self-study lounge and a welcoming student space
- Weekly social programme and weekend excursions
Courses & prices
From your first words to exam-ready fluency, there's a course for every goal. All courses start every Monday and begin with a placement test so you join the right level.
Indicative course-only prices. Your On the move quote bundles accommodation, transfers and activities into one clear total.
Around the school
Saint-Germain-des-Prés is the soul of literary Paris - the Luxembourg Gardens, the Sorbonne and the Seine all within walking distance of the school.
What students say
"The teaching is exceptional and the school's location in Saint-Germain is a French lesson in itself. My spoken French transformed completely."
"Did the intensive DELF B2 prep and passed with distinction. Small classes and real exam practice - exactly what I needed."
"I came as a complete beginner and left ordering coffee, reading menus and chatting with my host family. Magic."
"Business French course was top quality. The teachers understand exactly what professionals need from the language."
Frequently asked questions
Yes. The school is accredited by Label Qualité FLE and is a member of Fédération Internationale des Professeurs de Français - your guarantee of teaching standards, facilities and student welfare.
Classes average 10–14 students, so you get plenty of speaking time and individual attention from your teacher.
We arrange accommodation as part of your package - a vetted host family for full immersion or a student residence near the school.
Yes. We handle your course enrolment, accommodation, airport transfer, insurance and visa guidance - one contact in Brussels, everything organised before you fly.