French standard 26 lessons/week

Biarritz Language Courses Institute

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Course description

Learning at BLCI means learning French through total immersion in classes, while at the same time doing a variety of outdoor, cultural and sports activities so rich as to make the student forget that it is all happening in a foreign language ! Our program is based on communication, we wish to bring our students to a level of fluency in French where they will be able to communicate efficiently by re-creating real life situations.

Teaching methods specific to "French as a Foreign Language" are applied using authentic documents as well as visual and audio material.

Our teachers : are all graduates and experienced in teaching French as a Foreign Language.

Course topics

Listening, Speaking, Pronunciation, Reading, Writing, Vocabulary, Grammar and Activities

Class schedule

Course duration
1-52 weeks
Start dates
Every Monday
Classes per week
26 lessons per week (each lesson lasts 45 min)
Class days
Monday - Friday

Class times

Morning session
09:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Afternoon session
01:30 PM - 03:00 PM

Class schedule may change depending on availability and season.

Class level

Elementary
Pre-intermediate
Intermediate
High intermediate
Advanced
You will take a placement test on your first day to determine your class level. You may also take this test before your arrival in Biarritz.

Class size

Average 8 students
Maximum 13 students

Student age

Age range 15 years old and older
Average 25 years old

Certificate

A certificate of completion will be issued at the end of the course.
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Reviews

92% recommend

based on 12 reviews
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"Personalised lessons in a dream location"

Oswald Jack, student from Germany

The classes were very personal, with the low student class numbers. Classes could be tailored to one’s needs. Consequently, there was a lot of opportunity to speak to speak French. The school is small and cosy, and Biarritz is ideal for those liking the sea and mountains. I stay with a lady and had a lot of opportunity to speak French. During my stay I made significant progress.

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
4 weeks
Date of study
25 Sep 2023 - 27 Oct 2023
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"Very pleasant."

William Cartar, student from Canada

The teachers all spoke in French pretty well the whole time, which was very helpful. I was only there for 1 week, but still felt I got something out of my short time there. They correctly placed me in the A2 course, which I was happy about. Tea and coffee in the morning was a nice touch. Everyone super friendly, and good facility / location. Would recommend.

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My ratings for this school

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Date of study
20 Jun 2022 - 24 Jun 2022
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"Not again"

Mai Knudsen, student from Denmark

I was sent in a class with students who already had a basic knowledge of French. Which made the teacher speak fast so for 90 % of the classes I didn't follow. I raised my concern, but the teacher didn't change her method or attitude. There were not time to practise the pronouncing. It wasn't until the very last week, the teacher slowed down and allowed us to talk more after the break. This was again after I raised my discomfort in the class. This type of teaching broke my confidence to learn french. When I tried to speak the teacher often took over and just continued talking. She didn't seem to have patience with students who had no knowledge of French. I am sure she is a good teacher, just not for totally beginners. This has been a waste of money for my part. I wish that no others will experience this.

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
3 weeks
Date of study
10 Jan 2022 - 4 Feb 2022
Would you recommend this school?
No
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"Thé course was a huge help for me"

Siobhan Maguire, student from Ireland

The teachers were very friendly and helped all the students in a positive learning environment . They encouraged us to speak up and overcome our fear of having poor accents .

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
18 Oct 2021 - 29 Oct 2021
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"Relaxed French classes in a great beach town"

Audrey Kost, student from USA

I had a great time in Biarritz. In the summer the language school is mostly Swedish, Swiss, and Americans from 15-20 yrs old but there are some older students as well. The program doesn’t have tests or much homework, but I was motivated so I was able to hold myself accountable to mastering content and vocabulary. I went from having no former experience with French to A2 in four weeks. Biarritz is a great town to be in- after class everyone goes surfing or to the beaches and the international language community is very cool, but it is worth noting that almost everyone speaks English outside of class. There are definitely more intense language courses than BLCI, but for me it was the perfect combination of vacation and language acquisition.

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
3 weeks
Date of study
1 Jul 2019 - 26 Jul 2019
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"It was a pretty good experience."

Gilles Häfeli, student from Switzerland

The teacher was very good and funny. She didn't take things that serious but in a good way. The location is good. Not too far from the city and not too far from home. I had French & surf and i loved the surf. It was so cool. The host-mother was very kind.

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
8 Jul 2019 - 19 Jul 2019
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"A very good start to French"

David Buchanan, student from South Africa

I liked going to class every day.
It was nice to see all my friends in the morning.
I ate cookies and drank coffee.
The classrooms are very cute.
I liked my daily class.
My teacher, Andrée, always took care of me.
I felt like a member of his family.
The morning classes contained theory.
Afternoon classes were a general discussion.
I liked the general discussion.
I learned a lot during the general discussion.

I did not like the breaks.
I started at 8:30 and worked until 11am (a long time).
Then a break.
Then lunch at 12:30 (shortly after the break).
Why not take a break at 10am or 10:30 am to space things out?

I appreciate all the hard work and attention that everyone has provided.
I felt very comfortable.
The overall experience was great.

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
2 weeks
Date of study
3 Jun 2019 - 21 Jun 2019
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.

"Met my expectations"

Beatriz Marin, student from Spain

The professor for the group B1 was very good and professional, very good classes and fun. The companions were not very participatory but I managed to get the best of each student. I cannot give my opinion on host families or school activities because I was with my family and only went to school. Although I was only one week I actually managed to pass the official written exam of the language school.

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My ratings for this school

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Date of study
22 Aug 2016 - 26 Aug 2016
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
This is a verified review. This student has booked a course at this school through Language International.
Valerie, Sales and Marketing at Biarritz Language Courses Institute responded to this review.
08 November 2016

Thank you very much for your feedback, we are glad you enjoyed your stay at BLCI

We try to have the questionnaire translated, this is a very good suggestion.

Looking forward to welcoming you again,

A bientôt à BLCI

"Awesome!"

Andreas D

Biarritz Language Courses Institute is a small school in Biarritz. It is located 10 minutes from the Center in a small house. I visited the School two summers in a row for four weeks each time, I met lovely people and the teachers are simply awesome. There are extra activities for the students every day, so if one day you don't know what to do...additionally there is an "apero" once a week, all students are invited to bring something to eat and drink, last year we even organized a BBQ...because of its familiar touch it is probably the best school in Biarritz to get in touch with people and find contact...I highly recommend to visit this school.

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
3 weeks
Date of study
7 Jul 2014 - 1 Aug 2014
Would you recommend this school?
Yes

"It was excellent and it really helped me in my further studies of French"

Oksana Karyakina for Ivan MAKHIN

Everything was fine. Ivan really liked the classes, teachers and their methods of studying. They differ very much than those he sees here in Russia. The studying materials were chosen carefully and with attention to student's needs.

As his private teacher I noticed that he started to speak French much more fluently after attending this language course.

He also liked very much the activities that the School provided especially surf classes. He noticed that excursions were well organized and he learned interesting facts about the city he stayed in.

It's really fantastic that his course was possible in June; any school in France provides such early dates in a year!

As for accommodation - it was also brilliant! The international environment was perfect. He didn't meet any Russian speakers, and that helped him much to practice not only his French but his English too.

I would like to hope that Ivan would choose your center again for his further language studies.

As for registration and all administrative work, I must say that it was good. After a little misunderstanding, we were able to cooperate well and find reasonable decisions for any requests. You are very fast in working with partners!

Thank you very much for an excellent experience in cooperating with you!

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
2 weeks
Date of study
8 Jun 2014 - 22 Jun 2014
Would you recommend this school?
Yes

"It was a splendid experience and a great education."

Julia Simakova

I liked classes very much. The teachers were great, they gave us interesting and useful activities. Speaking of locate, the course was situated a bit far from the center of Biarritz, but still fine. I liked the small number of students in each group. I would suggest having more unusual activities in class.

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My ratings for this school

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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
17 Aug 2014 - 29 Aug 2014
Would you recommend this school?
Yes

"Nice company, nice studying"

Maria Gordeeva

It was my first time in Biarritz but not the last one. I studied two weeks, half a day. When I came I know only couple of words. For two weeks in my group there were three teachers. It broke a system a little but it afforded me to compare different types of teaching. I forgot the name of the best teacher, but she was from Paris and wore glasses.
Actually at the beginning class I got more fun then knowledge. I think it was my fault, not school's. Because I didn't know anything. To the end of the second week I could understand people speaking French.
I am very appreciate for the atmosphere at school. It was pleasant and soft. And many thanks to Isabel and especially Phillip who helped me in my way home. It was the best service that I ever had.

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Duration of study
1 week
Date of study
14 Jul 2014 - 26 Jul 2014
Would you recommend this school?
Yes
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Housing

BLCI offers the following housing types:
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Homestay - 2-person shared room - Breakfast and dinner

NZ$ 464
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Biarritz
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (14 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, computers, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, heating, and garden
Distance to school: 5 - 30 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 02:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 07:00 AM
NZ$ 464
During your stay you will share daily life with French family living in Biarritz,. You will have a private bedroom. Breakfast,r and dinner are provided Transfers (Biarritz airport or train station) arrival, departure include

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

NZ$ 522
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Biarritz
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, computers, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, heating, and garden
Distance to school: 5 - 30 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 02:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 07:00 AM
NZ$ 522
During your stay you will share daily life with French family living in Biarritz,. You will have a private bedroom. Full board
Transfers (Biarritz from airport or train station) on arrival and departure included

Homestay - 2-person shared room - Breakfast, lunch, and dinner

NZ$ 522
weekly
Age range: 16 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Biarritz
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: 2-person shared room
Board type: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (21 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, computers, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, heating, and garden
Distance to school: 5 - 30 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 02:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 07:00 AM
NZ$ 522
During your stay you will share daily life with French family living in Biarritz,. You will have a private bedroom. Full board Transfers (Biarritz airport or train station) arrival, departure include

Homestay - Single-person room - Breakfast and dinner

NZ$ 528
weekly
Age range: 15 years old and older
Location: In the city center of Biarritz
Housing type: Homestay
Room type: Single-person room
Board type: Breakfast and dinner (13 meals per week)
Facilities: Kitchen, laundry, computers, wireless internet, free internet, tV room, carpet, heating, and garden
Distance to school: 5 - 30 minutes by walk
Availability: January - December
Check-in: Sunday, after 03:00 PM
Check-out: Saturday, before 11:00 AM
NZ$ 528
During your stay you will share daily life with your French family living in Biarritz or in the close suburb. You will have your private bedroom.
Breakfast and dinner are provided.
Transfers from Biarritz airport or train station on arrival and departure included
visa

Visa support

We cannot apply for visas on behalf of students. However, the school can supply you with all the documentation you need to support your visa application.

Your letter of acceptance will be sent to your home address by regular mail at no charge to you.

Flights and airport transfer

Please note that we do not book flights for our students. If you are researching airfare costs, we recommend using Kayak.com, a search engine that lets you compare flight options from your home country to Biarritz based on your budget, schedule and preferences.

Travel insurance

Study abroad worry-free with Language International's health and personal effects insurance coverage. When you book a course with us, you can opt to purchase an international insurance plan that covers not only your health care cost but also loss of your personal belongings. You must book your insurance in advance when you register.

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