Gap Programs in France

Gap Program in Tours!

spoken in Tours, which makes it a great choice for international students. Some of the best places to practice the language and enjoy the city are the beautiful parks and gardens, and the many cozy cafes in the historic city center. 

The Language Institute
Located in the lively old town of Tours, the institute offers nine spacious, comfortable classrooms, a rooftop terrace, a video room, several libraries, and a cellar constructed in the 15th century. Students come here from all over the world, creating a truly multicultural learning environment.

The Classes
With a maximum of only seven students per class, you will have many opportunities to participate. The courses are designed according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages and include 20 hours of classes per week. You can also choose additional sessions on French society, political life, literature, art history, or wine. At the end of your course, you will receive a certificate. 

Cultural Activities
Visiting the medieval fortresses along the Loire river, tasting French artisan breads and cheeses, or discovering the homes of Honoré Balzac and Leonardo da Vinci are just a few of the many options. You will want to budget a little extra for entrance fees and transportation costs. Free activities may include concerts by local musicians, museum visits, or screening of French films. 

Special Option: Combine Tours and Paris!
Don’t leave France without having experienced the City of Lights! You can continue your language studies at an institute in the cosmopolitan 14th arondissement, within walking distance of Montmartre and the Sacre Cœur basilica. Contact us for details!

Accommodations
A homestay with a local family is the best way to immerse yourself into the daily life in Tours. Host families come in all shapes and sizes, but what they all have in common is a strong interest in sharing their culture. All homestays include breakfast; dinner can be arranged for an extra fee. 

Gap Program in Bordeaux!

street, the sunny weather, or its proximity to the Southern Atlantic coast and the Pyrenees. Bordeaux is also the home to a vibrant cultural scene, several universities, and delicious varieties of French cuisine.

The Language Institute
Inside the cozy 19th-century building, you will find several bright classrooms, a self-study area, and a comfortable lounge opening onto a sheltered garden. The institute is situated close to Place Gambetta, where you will find many cafés and shops.

The Classes
For four hours each day, you will study French with a focus on oral communication. The institute emphasizes the importance of understanding the language within its cultural context. Teachers work with authentic materials like newspaper articles, literature, and songs. There are no more than 8-12 students in a class. Courses with a specific focus on business, medicine, law, diplomacy, and wine are also available.  

Cultural Activities
Each week, you can choose your activities and excursions from an outstanding program. Highlights may include a visit to a contemporary art museum, a day trip to the Dune of Pyla, screenings of French movies, or concerts. Some activities are free; for others you need to budget a little extra to cover transportation and entrance fees.

Special Option: Study and surf on the Atlantic coast!
The institute’s second campus is located in the seaside town of Biarritz, on the Bay of Biscay. Start your day with three hours of conversational French classes, then pack your wetsuit and surf the fantastic waves of the Atlantic coast! All levels are welcome, both in the classes and on the surfboard. Contact us for details!

Accommodations
A homestay with a local family is the best way to immerse yourself into the daily life in Bordeaux. Host families come in all shapes and sizes, but what they all have in common is a strong interest in sharing their culture. All homestays include breakfast and dinner each weekday and all meals on weekends.