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Come to Toulouse to learn French
and you'll be joining thousands of
other students studying at its many
universities, colleges and grandes
écoles. Perhaps no exaggeration,
then, to say this is the learning
centre of the south. And, whilst clinging
onto its age-
old architecture and beautiful vieux quartier,
it is also one of France's fastest growing cities
and an important hub of industry and commerce,
stemming in part from its strategic aeronautical
position during the wars. Today, though, Toulouse
lies virtually within throwing distance of the
Pyrenees and just a couple of hours from each
of the Atlantic and Mediterranean coasts - within
range, we should add, of a warm Spanish sun sneaking
up generously from the south. Hence we have it
that student life does not limit itself to the
countless libraries, bookshops or museums in Toulouse,
but instead to the open-air terraces and attractive
park areas.
The
School
The school, established in
1984, runs French language courses
in Toulouse year-round. The school
is run by a dynamic and experienced
team of native French speakers, and
courses are designed for all nationalities
and all levels of knowledge of French.
The
building itself is a beautiful
Toulousain-style house in the city centre, a 5
minute walk from Capitole (the city hall), and
St. Sernin Cathedral. Nearby there is a large
park with a Japanese garden, and a daily Farmers'
Market on the boulevard itself. For easy access
to all areas of Toulouse the bus station and metro
are just two minutes' walk. The school uses a
variety of teaching methods, cassettes and texts
are used to encourage development of all language
skills, with a particular focus on practical conversation.
Client
Feedback
" I loved Toulouse and would happily
go back there. I think the best
recommendation I could give would
be to get a good map and really
explore the city. Hiring a bike
and riding along the Canal du Midi
is particularly worthwhile."
Ave no. of lessons:
15 lessons per week (45 mins each) Airport Transfer: Toulouse airport Accommodation: Host family, shared room,
full board
Sample Programme
Sunday: Transfer to host families directly
from Toulouse airport. Monday: Morning reception at the school,
level test and language classes. Afternoon guided
tour of Toulouse. Tuesday: Morning language classes. Afternoon
sporting activity. Evening French cookery class
including dinner. Wednesday: Morning language classes.
Half day excursion to AIRBUS (Aerospace). Thursday: Morning language classes. Afternoon
introduction to Pétanque
with competition between students. French film
evening at the school. Friday: Morning language classes. Afternoon
sightseeing and shopping in Toulouse. Evening
Garonne cruise. Saturday: Full day excursion to Carcassone,
visit the town and castle with bi-lingual tour
guide. Sunday: Departure for Toulouse airport.
Cactus Rates Toulouse
Because...
* It is a buzzing
student city
* It is near to mountains and beaches
* The school is in a fantastic, central location
