This course is designed for students with prior knowledge of the French language at lower intermediate level or at the A2/B1 level on the CEFR scale. Students will continue to build and strengthen listening comprehension, speaking, writing and reading skills, all in a social and interactive environment. This course is recommended for those who are familiar with the use of verbs conjugated in the present, past perfect, future, imperfect and imperative tenses. In addition to the recommended books, extra material will be provided. Homework will be an essential element for the success of the course.
If you are unsure about your level, do not hesitate to contact us. We can connect you with the instructor to discuss your current level and ensure you have the optimal learning experience.
Join us on this exciting linguistic adventure!
If you are unsure about your suitability, we can put you in touch with the instructor to discuss your level
This class will be held face to face
A pen and a notebook.
Two new textbooks (either ebook or paperback will be suitable for the class) :
Communication progressive du Français – Niveau intermédiaire (A2/B1) –2nd Edition – CLE international, by Claire Miquel.
Available from :
· CLE online, as E-book at Communication progressive du français – Niveau intermédiaire (A2/B1) – Ebook interactif – Licence 3 ans – Livre + exercices interactifs autocorrectifs + Appli-web – A télécharger / A consulter en ligne – Manuel numérique élève (cle-international.com) (30 €)
· Abbey’s language bookshop, as paperback at https://www.abbeys.com.au/book/livre-intermediaire-cd-a2-b1-nouvelle-couverture.do ($89.95) – Not currently in store, but you can order it.
Read & Think French, Premium 3rd Edition – McGraw Hill Professional
Available from:
· Google Play books, as an ebook. ($9.99)
· Booktopia, as paperback at https://www.booktopia.com.au/search.ep?keywords=Read+%26+Think+French&productType=917504 ($26.25)
Please call and check with the office on 9970 1000 to confirm the class is going ahead before purchasing your book. NBMC is not liable to for any loss incurred from purchasing a textbook if a class is cancelled.
Dominique Partridge:
Dominique Partridge is an experienced tutor and has been tutoring at Mosman Evening College and now at Northern Beaches & Mosman College. She grew up in the countryside of France and has worked in Paris and London before moving to Australia. Dominique’s experience in teaching and her in-depth knowledge of both, the French and English language, ensures her classes are of high standard. She uses up-to-date teaching methods and her classes are fun and stimulating!
In this course, we will continue to build up all aspects of the language in a step by step manner along with constant revisions throughout the Term. Revisions are the key.
Zoom is easy to use video conferencing software with a simple set up. You will be able to see your trainer and classmates and interact as though you were in the same room, all from the comfort of your own home!
This is what you need to join the Zoom class:
*If you have a laptop computer a webcam and microphone is usually built into the top of the screen frame. Smartphones and iPad/tablets also contain cameras and microphones.
Once you have watched our free tutorial and experimented with Zoom, if you still have questions, we are offering free Q & A Zoom sessions with one of our experienced trainers. See our Zoom page for available dates by clicking here.
This course is delivered once a week over a period of 8 weeks.
Below are our available intakes to the French Intermediate Stage 1. Select the intake you wish to enrol into and complete the Online Enrolment Form
| Name | Date | Time | Location | Spaces | Cost | |
| French Intermediate Stage 1 - Mon 10AM -12PM Trainer: Dominique Partridge | 5 May - 30 June 2025 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | ST LUKES HALL, MOSMAN | 12 | $350.00 |
If you have any questions related to the French Intermediate Stage 1 please enquire here. Alternatively you can email one of our course-cordinators here
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